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Emily Hanson is a passionate volunteer who has been affected by pancreatic cancer. She lost her dad to pancreatic cancer when she was 12 years old. He was diagnosed in November and died just three months later. That was 11… [Read More]
The Ruling Our eXperiences (ROX) program was designed in 2006 by Dr. Lisa Hinkelman, with funding from The Women’s Fund of Central Ohio. Through extensive experience working as a counselor with girls, coupled with a rigorous review of literature on… [Read More]
Cakes for a Cause was founded in December 2009 by wedding and event planners, Emilie Duncan and Kasey Skobel-Conyers. In their line of work, one big component is to make sure people are fed and happy everyday. In addition to… [Read More]
Fairy Goodmothers started with five close friends and a girls’ trip to Chicago in April of 2005. While enjoying their time together, the ladies came up with the idea of collecting and distributing free prom dresses to high school girls…. [Read More]
Skills-based volunteerism is a growing trend across the country that utilizes the skills, experience, talents and education of volunteers and matches them with the needs of nonprofits. Locally, organizations like HandsOn Central Ohio are developing this concept in Columbus. The… [Read More]
“I would like to thank you for funding my fourth grade class’s trip to COSI. I appreciate it and I am grateful because it was educational.” Most people might not realize that COSI is an independent, not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization that… [Read More]
The YMCA is one of the largest and most respected human service organizations in the world. The YMCA of Central Ohio is a mission-driven association, committed to providing programs to serve the whole community while working to build a healthy… [Read More]
LifeCare Alliance programs assist older adults or chronically ill residents in Franklin and Madison Counties through eight signature programs. These programs include Meals-on-Wheels, Columbus Cancer Clinic, Project OpenHand-Columbus, Visiting Nurse Association, Senior Dining Centers, Senior Wellness Centers, Help-at-Home and Groceries-to-Go…. [Read More]
Every day children from every race, culture and socioeconomic background experience mental health issues. For nearly 50 years, The Buckeye Ranch has offered treatment and support to countless children and families who struggle with emotional, behavioral and mental health issues…. [Read More]
NDCC is a not-for-profit 501(c) 3 organization that assists individuals, especially women, in the midst of transition. They serve a diverse population from different social, economic, and educational levels and aid them in attaining and maintaining financial self-sufficiency
“When you leave them in the morning, they stick their nose in the door crack and stand there like a portrait until you turn the key eight hours later.”
 Erma Bombeck The Franklin County Dog Shelter receives annual funding allotted… [Read More]
Suicide is a serious public health problem in the United States. It is estimated that 2,220 people a day will attempt suicide, and 88 people will die by suicide, while countless others will have suicidal thoughts
The Columbus Council on World Affairs (CCWA) works to highlight global and local connections and encourage thoughtful analysis of the world’s shared issues. It was founded in 1975 by a group of Central Ohio citizen leaders who acknowledged that local… [Read More]
We will not see an end to domestic violence until there is a community consensus that violence in the home is unacceptable. Domestic violence is an issue that can affect a person no matter their background or culture. To enter… [Read More]
Thousands of animals are euthanized. For most they are not vicious, behaviorally unsound or have major health issues, instead they were given up due to owner abandonment, owner surrender, pulled from high-kill shelters or strays. Colony Cats (& Dogs) offers… [Read More]
Launched in August 2010, TheMetropreneur.com is a local online resource devoted to small business development and entrepreneurship. Its aim is to tell the stories of Central Ohio’s business community, foster regional economic development and assist entrepreneurs with its resource-heavy focus. Click here to visit TheMetropreneur.com.
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