The 216 Foundation exists to assist in the search for and successful creation of a cure for diabetes by providing financial support to organizations and programs dedicated to the search for a cure. The 216 Foundation is looking for volunteers! Help us reach our goal of beating diabetes by volunteering your time.
The Alzheimer's Association of Greater Cincinnati began in 1979 as a family support group for caregivers, relatives and friends of individuals with Alzheimer's disease. It became affiliated with the national Alzheimer's Association in 1980, was granted chapter status in 1983 and now serves a 27-county area in Southern Ohio, Northern Kentucky and Southeastern Indiana. It is estimated that there are 44,000 individuals with Alzheimer's disease or a related disorder within the Greater Cincinnati Chapter territory.
The American Diabetes Association is leading the fight against the deadly consequences of diabetes and fighting for those affected by diabetes. The Association funds research to prevent, cure and manage diabetes; delivers services to hundreds of communities; provides objective and credible information; and gives voice to those denied their rights because of diabetes.
Amy's Hope International creates channels for private orphanages in Eastern Europe to receive grant funding and be blessed by people all around the world. People just like you. Our vision was born out of first-hand experience in the countries we are seeking to support. Private orphanages offer a solid upbringing with a focus on education, self-sufficiency and Christian faith. This environment provides an avenue for orphans to become contributing members of society. Studies have shown that children raised in this environment also grow to be adults that are less likely to abuse drugs and alcohol, turn to criminal activity including prostitution or become homeless.
Assistance League of Greater Cincinnati was founded in 1995 as a Guild of National Assistance League by a handful of enthusiastic, dedicated women with a desire to bring a new philanthropic organization to their community. Hard work helped the tiny guild accomplish all the goals necessary to become a chapter. In 1998 (after only three years of operation), Assistance League of Greater Cincinnati became the 101st Chapter of National Assistance League.
With new facilities, improved services and a growing vision, Baptist Life Communities continues to expand its Continuum of Care to better meet the needs of Northern Kentucky's senior adults. Our ministry operates with two distinct but interwoven philosophies known as quality and caring.
Bark Ark Bully Rescue is a nonprofit organization located in the Cincinnati area, working to save the lives of dogs in high kill shelters, primarily in Ohio and neighboring states. We are a completely volunteer organization and we can\'t do it without you. Please consider volunteering, fostering, adopting or donating to help us. We could not continue our work if not for generous people like yourself. One hundred percent of every donation given will help save the life of a deserving animal.
Court Appointed Special Advocate volunteers act as advocates for dependent, abused or neglected children. Volunteers are appointed by the Boone County Family Court Judge only after completing a 30-hour training program. CASA takes all cases of child abuse or neglect that go through the Juvenile Court.
The mission of Brighton Center, Inc. is to create opportunities for individuals and families to reach self-sufficiency through family support services, education and leadership throughout the communities of Northern Kentucky. We will achieve this mission by creating an environment which rewards excellence and innovation, encourages mutual respect and maximizes resources.
CASA For Clermont Kids is a Court Appointed Special Advocate and Guardian Ad Litem program. We are a nonprofit children\'s advocacy program for children who find themselves in the court system because of what their parents or guardians did to them (physical and/or sexual abuse, neglect and dependency).
Casting for Recovery is a national nonprofit support and educational program for women who have or have had breast cancer. We provide an opportunity for women whose lives have been profoundly affected by the disease to gather in a beautiful, natural setting and learn fly fishing, a sport for life. Just as importantly, we offer an opportunity to meet new friends and have fun.
Centerpoint Health is a comprehensive behavioral health care provider in Hamilton County (Cincinnati), Ohio. Our mission is to improve the general mental health of individuals and groups in the community by providing a continuum of behavioral health care services to help them achieve their maximum potential. With five neighborhood-based locations throughout Hamilton County, Centerpoint serves children, adults and families.
Our purpose is to extend public education and awareness regarding abuse and neglect. In 2008, CRT placed several hundred Chihuahuas and Chihuahua mixes in approved homes. CRT requires an application, vet check, reference check and home visit for each adopter.
The Child Wellness Fair connects families with area healthcare professionals, social workers, educators and volunteer ambassadors to identify community needs, launch efforts to address those needs and provide the means to stabilize the program. It is our belief that by working together, sharing in the responsibilities and providing leadership that allows easy entry points for individuals, businesses and organizations to truly collaborate, we can begin to solve many issues otherwise falling through the cracks of our society.
Motivated by the needs of our children, the goal of The Children\'s Heart Foundation is to bring health, hope and happiness to children impacted by congenital heart defects, the No. 1 birth defect in the United States. We accomplish this goal by funding the most promising research to advance the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of congenital heart defects.
The Cincinnati Area Chapter of the American Red Cross, through its network of chapters, service delivery units and national headquarter operations, provides emergency services to our community 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year. Through an extensive network of well-trained volunteers and generous donations from people throughout the country, the Red Cross is able to provide these services in 16 counties throughout Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana in which we serve.
Cincinnati Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit Christian housing ministry that seeks to eliminate substandard housing by building simple, decent, affordable homes to sell to low-income families in need. Cincinnati Habitat works in equal partnership with families, volunteers and donors building a sense of community as well as affordable housing.
Volunteers are a vital part of Cincinnati Museum Center's activities. Without this special group of dedicated people, Cincinnati Museum Center would not be able to fulfill its mission to inspire people of all ages to learn more about our world through science, regional history, and educational, engaging and meaningful experiences. No prior volunteer experience is necessary, ”just enthusiasm and an avid interest in the activities and programs we offer.
With the formation of the Cincinnati Red Stockings of 1869, professional baseball and America's passion for the sport were born, and grew, right here in Cincinnati. Now, for the first time, the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame and Museum offers fans of the Reds, and of baseball, the first comprehensive look into the sport's heralded past. Nowhere else are fans able to see as complete of a collection of artifacts from the first professional baseball team and its rich history in the major leagues.
CYC makes a significant difference in the lives of young people in grades 3 through 12 by providing mentoring and college readiness services. We serve as a catalyst, bringing together more than 2,100 volunteers and 120 local businesses and organizations to help young people graduate from high school and successfully make the leap forward into postsecondary education or rewarding employment.
A great way to support the Cincinnati Zoo is by volunteering. We have volunteers of all ages, from 13 to 95! There are volunteer opportunities in many areas of the Zoo, including: education, horticulture, special events, clerical work, ambassadors and craft making or working with CREW, our research facility. Volunteers receive many special privileges including educational opportunities, social events with other volunteers, discounts at our restaurants and gift shops, and the monthly newsletter specifically for volunteers.
The Civic Garden Center is a nonprofit horticultural resource that enriches lives through education, community beautification and environmental stewardship. The Civic Garden Center is an oasis in the city - eight beautifully landscaped acres open daily to visitors at no charge and located 2.5 miles from downtown Cincinnati. Volunteers donate their time to maintain the grounds, and they and others provide financial support to the organization that was founded in 1942.
CRISPAZ is a faith-based organization dedicated to building bridges of solidarity between the Church and the poor and marginalized communities in El Salvador and communities in the U.S. and other countries through mutual accompaniment, striving together for peace, justice, sustainability and human liberation. CRISPAZ is politically non-partisan, committed to nonviolence and supportive of the faith journeys of one another.
The mission of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, a nonprofit donor-supported organization, is to assure the development of the means to cure and control cystic fibrosis and to improve the quality of life for those with the disease. The Foundation is the leading organization in the United States devoted to cystic fibrosis. It funds and accredits more than 115 CF care centers, 95 adult care programs and 50 affiliate programs and has 80 chapters and branch offices nationwide.
The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America is a nonprofit, volunteer-driven organization dedicated to finding the cure for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Four decades ago, the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation created the field of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis research. Today, the Foundation funds cutting-edge studies at major medical institutions, nurtures investigators at the early stages of their careers, and finances underdeveloped areas of research.
Easter Seals Work Resource Center empowers individuals with disabilities and disadvantages to increase their independence through employment. Our organization has extensive experience in creating opportunities for nearly 12,000 people with disabilities and disadvantages each year to gradually transition into the workforce and experience career success. Our goal is to give each participant work skills that allow him or her to be self-sufficient for life.
Originally called the Project Connect Homeless Children's Fund, FwP helps Project Connect by providing valuable funding and awareness to support children experiencing homelessness. FwP has provided funding for enrichment, summer programming, transportation, uniforms, supplies, enrollment assistance and field trips.
Fernside is a nonprofit organization offering support and advocacy to grieving families who have experienced a death. As the second center in the nation, Fernside offers peer support for grieving children, teens and adults. Fernside works to increase community awareness of grief issues through community outreach.
Focus on Youth, Inc., founded and incorporated on February 5, 1992, is a nonprofit, faith-based foster care and adoption agency. We are located in southwest Ohio and serve neighboring counties by licensing quality foster homes. Our staff has more than 100 years of experience in foster care and adoption, not only as social workers, but also as professional foster parents, adoptive parents, and siblings to foster and adopted youth.
Girl Scouts of Kentucky's Wilderness Road Council serves 25,000 girls and 5,000 adult volunteers in 68 counties in Central, Eastern and Northern Kentucky. Girl Scouts is the preeminent leadership development and values - driven organization for girls ages five to 17. In Girl Scouting, girls discover by exploring the world, connect by caring for and teaming with others and take action to make the world a better place. Girl Scouts has been cultivating women leaders for 96 years.
Give Back Cincinnati started in December 2000 with a small group of friends that wanted to give back to their community. Since our first event, that small group of friends has grown to more than 4,000 members (representing 400 companies) and continues to provide young people in Cincinnati with an outlet where they can have fun, meet people and give back to their community all at the same time.
The Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network strives to assure that each member of every school community is valued and respected regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity/expression. GLSEN Cincinnati is one of more than 40 chapters nationwide of the Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network.
Gorman Heritage Farm is a 120-acre working and educational farm, located just minutes from I-75 and I-71 in Evendale, Ohio. The farm is managed by the Gorman Heritage Farm Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. In addition to farm visits, GHF offer field trips for schools and groups, summer camp for ages 4-15, volunteer opportunities, seasonal festivals and other events.
Cincinnati Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit Christian housing ministry that seeks to eliminate substandard housing by building simple, decent, affordable homes to sell to low-income families in need. Cincinnati Habitat works in equal partnership with families, volunteers and donors building a sense of community as well as affordable housing. Our partners include corporations, churches, foundations, organizations and individual donors who donate money, labor and materials to fund and build our homes.
The Interchurch Organization (ECHO) is a nonprofit agency that serves the poor and homeless of Northern Kentucky. ECHO was started by Sister Mary Dorgan, CDP and other interested laity and ministers of Campbell County. We now average about 150 meals an evening. Many volunteers work together to ECHO the call of the Gospel today by reaching out to the poor and homeless in our community.
Since 1978, Hospice of the Bluegrass has provided quality end of life care to terminally ill patients and their families using a comprehensive spectrum of care - from palliative outpatient services to in home medical services to family and community support. Grief and bereavement services extend to family members, caregivers and anyone in grief whether or not their loved one was a Hospice patient.
Hoxworth Blood Center is the only blood center for the greater Cincinnati area. Serving a 17-county area in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana, Hoxworth collects, tests, processes and distributes blood and blood components to 32 hospitals and medical centers. Hoxworth needs to collect blood from 350 volunteer blood donors and 40 volunteer platelet donors each day meet the needs of Tri-state patients.
The I Have Wings foundation's mission statement is to emotionally inspire breast cancer patients during their cancer journey, encourage each woman by acting on their behalf as an advocate for their individual needs and educate women on the facts, risks and treatment of breast cancer. Because knowledge is critical to the prevention and diagnosis of cancer, I Have Wings reaches out to school systems by educating youth on breast and testicular cancer.
We provide patented Wings of Love shawls to those who need them, such as those suffering from cancer or other serious illness and their caregivers. These blankets are handmade and given to people in need of healing or comfort. We are a non-profit organization with the goal of spreading love and comfort through the blankets made by registered members of the Wings of Love.
Jeanie’s Haven is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to rescuing animals, making a difference in the lives of abused, mistreated and homeless animals. In fact, rescuing animals is Jeanie's life's mission. I have seen firsthand the wonderful difference Jeanie makes in the lives of abused, mistreated and homeless animals and this organization is my gift to her so she can continue to do what she loves and does best.
Since 1943, Jewish Family Service has played a vital role in serving the constantly changing social service needs of individuals, families and their children in Greater Cincinnati. People count on Jewish Family Service every day for support, comfort and hope. JFS' mission is strengthening Jewish lives and responding to community needs through intervention, support, education and enrichment.
The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra was formed in 1992 (as the Northern Kentucky Symphony) with a mission to make classical music attractive, accessible and affordable to people in the Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati area. Since its inception, the KSO has demonstrated a unique ability to make the concert experience relevant and entertaining to its audiences, while maintaining high performance standards and integrity.
Since 1995, KFK has invested nearly 0,000 into improving the outlook of the children it serves and positively impacted over 40,000 young lives in the process. Former Bengals kicker Doug Pelfrey started the charity as a result of his passion to help kids and his commitment to the community in which he lives.
The League for Animal Welfare, which has operated as a no-kill shelter since 1964, is dedicated to bettering the lives of companion animals in the Greater Cincinnati area by providing shelter, adoption, public education and spay/neuter programs. We're a voluntary, nonprofit animal shelter located in Clermont County. Our shelter houses approximately 80 cats and 40 dogs looking for permanent, loving homes.
LifeCenter Organ Donor Network, A Donate Life Organization, encourages and coordinates the donation of human organs and tissues for transplantation. In 1981, LifeCenter began operating as an independent, nonprofit organ procurement organization and it has been approved and designated by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services as the primary organ procurement organization serving eight counties in Southwestern Ohio, six counties in Northern Kentucky and two counties in Southeastern Indiana.
The mission of Lighthouse Youth Services is to advance the dignity and well being of children, youth and families in need. We promote good citizenship, responsible behavior and self-reliance.
Little Brothers - Friends of the Elderly is a national, nonprofit, volunteer-based organization committed to relieving isolation and loneliness among the elderly. We offer to people of goodwill the opportunity to join the elderly in friendship and celebration of life. We feel that love and dignity and beauty in life are as basic as physical needs.
We are a foster care organization in dire need of foster homes for dogs and cats. We do not make a profit by charging to take animals in. Our adoption fees do not cover the expense of caring for pets.
We are a nonprofit organization that serves as the contact center for literacy programs in the Tri-state area. Our service area includes eight counties: Hamilton, Clermont, Butler and Warren in Ohio; Kenton, Campbell and Boone in Kentucky; and Dearborn in Indiana. We work with a coalition of more than 100 literacy-provider agencies and more than 30 schools to improve lives throughout the region.
MidPoint Volunteers are the face, muscle and might that propel Cincinnati's MidPoint Music Festival forward each year. Participating in MPMF as a volunteer is a great way to get behind the scenes, meet new people, discover new music, get a new T-shirt and build diverse experience while nurturing your Cincinnati pride. We have new things planned for our growing festival and need your help to make it all happen. Please consider joining us this year.
Milestones is a nationally accredited, not-for-profit organization. Our mission is to improve cognitive, physical and psychological function and to nurture the emotional health of our members through therapeutic horseback riding activities. We strive to assist each rider to become an innovative and productive member of the community by building independence, self-confidence and social skills in a fun, loving environment.
The Music Resource Center is a multi-faceted music education center for teenagers in Cincinnati. The center uses the recording and performing arts to create a sense of empowerment and accomplishment in the urban community. The mission of the Music Resource Center is to educate and inspire urban youth and through music equip them with life skills for the future. We accomplish this mission through music education and performance opportunities, as well as life skills mentoring.
NECCO understands limited budgets, overflowing caseloads and your desire to give kids a true chance. We have built a solid reputation for working successfully with difficult populations and specialize in 24-hour response on all referrals. NECCO is a flexible team of professionals poised to do whatever it takes to provide multiple, community-based services to youth who need care. NECCO provides services in Georgia, Kentucky, Ohio and West Virginia.
The O'Bryonville Animal Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, volunteer run organization. We promote non-lethal control for feral cat colonies and humane methods to reduce the population of feral cats. In addition, we work to socialize those cats and kittens and place them in well-screened homes. OAR has made a difference in the lives of over thousands of abandoned and unwanted cats and kittens by placing them in loving homes.
Covington Partners in Prevention was founded in 1999 to reduce drug abuse and violence among Covington youth. Since that time, we've expanded our offerings to include a variety of mentoring, family strengthening and physical/mental health programs. Every aspect of this coalition's work is focused solely on supporting the children of Covington.
Pink Ribbon Girls was founded when Tracie Metzger and Dawn Harvey realized there was no specific group for young women dealing with breast cancer. Through this nonprofit organization, young women are offered education and awareness for early detection, support and an outlet to express fears. The topics of discussion at group meetings include dating, caring for young children while undergoing treatment, fitness and nutrition. Pink Ribbon Girls has a national, searchable database, providing a way for people to connect with other young women with similar life circumstances.
A Foundation of Hope for Children with Cerebral Palsy was started in late 2004 by two mothers determined to go above and beyond what is currently possible to make a profound difference in the lives of our children and others, who suffer the negative physical, emotional and social impact of cerebral palsy. RFTS' mission is to foster national cerebral palsy research with the goal of expediting the creation of new medicines and effective treatments for children with cerebral palsy.
Redwood guides children and adults with multiple and severe disabilities to achieve independence and reach their highest potential throughout their lives by providing enriching educational, therapeutic and vocational services. At Redwood, children and adults flourish, prosper and are empowered to achieve the quality of life they deserve.
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Cincinnati provides a supportive œhome away from home for families and their children receiving medical treatment at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, regardless of their ability to pay. Ronald McDonald House Charities also awards grants to local not-for-profit organizations serving children through a portion of donations from McDonald's customers and Global Ronald McDonald House Charities' matching funds.
Save Our Strays was founded in 1998 to reduce pet overpopulation in the Cincinnati area through non-lethal, humane methods. Inspired by national groups like Alley Cat Allies, our primary focus was initially trap-neuter-release (TNR) of feral and stray cat populations in the area. In more recent years, we have also started offering to the public low-cost spaying/neutering at one of the local veterinary hospitals we're partnered with. While we have fewer foster homes currently for dogs, we also will take in stray dogs or pull dogs from death row at high-kill shelters as often as space in our foster homes allows.
Save The Animals Foundation is a no-kill shelter for abandoned cats and dogs. We currently house more than 600 dogs and cats, including those abused or neglected before coming to our shelter and benefit from the extra time, love and caring patience given by our volunteers each day. It is run totally by volunteers. Some roles volunteers fill are caring for dogs and puppies or cats and kittens, helping with fundraisers and assisting with building maintenance ... something for everyone!
Sober Living is a nonprofit organization committed to providing a safe, affordable, sober housing and structural living environment to individuals recovering from alcohol and drug addiction. Our goal is to encourage and instill personal growth through educational, work-force training and spiritual development.
St. Jude is unlike any other pediatric treatment and research facility. Discoveries made here have completely changed how the world treats children with cancer and other catastrophic diseases. With research and patient care under one roof, St. Jude is where some of today's most gifted researchers are able to do science more quickly.
At St. Margaret Hall, we try to provide a way of life that is as home-like as possible for our residents and their extended families. In this residential health care setting, we strive to provide a Christian community in which to live, along with enhancement of human dignity and quality care.
Starfire enables individuals with disabilities to become active and vital members of the community. Since 1993, Starfire has offered innovative programs that address the emerging needs of teens and adults with disabilities. Starfire creates opportunities that allow their members with disabilities to interact with friends their own age.
Stepping Stones Center is a nonprofit United Way partner agency that serves close to 1,000 adults and children with disabilities annually, offering year-round services at two locations. The mission of Stepping Stones Center is to increase independence, improve lives and promote inclusion for children and adults with disabilities.
Susan G. Komen for the Cure was founded on a promise between two sisters. Nancy G. Brinker promised her dying sister, Susan G. Komen, she would do everything in her power to end breast cancer forever. In 1982, that promise became Susan G. Komen for the Cure and launched the global breast cancer movement. Today, Komen for the Cure is the world's largest grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and activists fighting to save lives, empower people, ensure quality care for all and energize science to find the cures.
The Salvation Army has had a presence in Cincinnati since 1885, serving the needs of the less fortunate in our community for nearly 125 years. Year round, we are active providing counseling, social services, emergency and transitional housing, child care and after-school programs, emergency disaster services, adult rehabilitation, visitation to the elderly, sick, imprisoned, homebound and so much more.
The Scratching Post is a nonprofit, no-kill shelter for stray and abandoned cats. Located in Silverton, the shelter has been in operation since May of 1990. We are able to find homes for about 400 cats per year.
Our purposes are to promote reconciliation between Northern Irish Catholics and Protestants by fostering tolerance, understanding and friendship among future leaders; to present a program that brings Northern Irish teenagers of different faiths together in a strife-free atmosphere that emphasizes acceptance of all people regardless of creed; to educate and sensitize the Northern Irish teenagers to what actions and attitudes disturb Catholics and Protestants about one another; to educate and encourage persons to appreciate their roles as peacemakers and reconcilers; to encourage Northern Irish leaders and clergy involved in the project to continue to foster the spirit of Ulster Project for a period of three to five years following a given project; and to promote a spirit of community and commitment among participants.
UGIVE is a nonprofit organization on a mission to catalyze, excite and empower the next generation of volunteers. We make philanthropy relevant to students, guiding them to give their time and talents to build communities. UGIVE gives students the power to choose, which means they're more likely to find their passion and keep volunteering. We also adapt to their needs based on direct feedback from students, highlighting the projects and charities that are mostly highly rated.
In 10 counties throughout Greater Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky and Southeast Indiana, United Way brings our communities together to advance the common good. In addition, more than 20,000 volunteers serve on committees and help set priorities, budget funds, evaluate outcomes, supervise audits and raise money. Without their help, we would not be able to accomplish much of what we do. Contact us for more information on leadership volunteer opportunities at United Way.
Founded in 2004, Village Life Outreach Project, Inc., is an official 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based out of Cincinnati whose mission is to unite communities to promote life, health and education. Most of Village Life\'s work focuses on three remote and impoverished villages in the Tarime district of Tanzania, East Africa.
Reducing drug abuse among youth in local communities is the goal of WWCC. WWCC is committed to fostering a community environment that affords people of all backgrounds the opportunity to contribute to our mission and goals. Thus WWCC will continue to use language beyond the law - required statement found in position announcements \'The Winton Woods Community Coalition is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer\' to convey a higher level of commitment. We want potential volunteers to know that WWCC values diversity.