Our Partner Agencies
Altar
Wholesome, values-based activities for teens throughout Ross County, including tutoring, photography classes, creative writing, scrapbooking, cooking classes, dodgeball tournaments and more.
213 E. Water St., Chillicothe (740) 703-5507
Email: middleground@adelphia.net
American Red Cross, First Capital District Chapter
Blood Services; disaster assistance, education and preparedness; armed forces emergency services; health and safety courses; blood pressure screenings.
115 W. Main St., Chillicothe (740) 772-2014
Email: mccordm@ohioredcross.org
Website: www.rossredcross.org
Assistance House
Provides assistance with medication and/or medical supplies, food, utility shut-off notices, school shoes and winter coats to Ross County.
11 W. Fifth St., Chillicothe (740) 774-3560
Bainbridge Senior Citizens
Companionship, socialization and nutrition site facilities for seniors. Monthly meetings, carry-in dinners, entertainment and exercise program.
203 E. Main St., Bainbridge
(740) 634-2364
Boy Scouts, Simon Kenton Council
Building tomorrow's leaders through programs designed to instill self-sufficiency, integrity, patriotism, values and achievement.
991 E. Main St., Chillicothe (740) 772-6887
Website: www.skcbsa.org
Carver Community Center
Helps people of all ages build self-esteem, develop positive coping skills and self-control. Mentoring, tutoring, programs to develop and nurture creative expression.
165 W. Fourth St., Chillicothe (740) 773-4242
Email: carverccdirector@horizonview.net
Child Protection Center
Medical, mental health, case management services to child victims of physical or sexual assault and their families. Prevention initiatives include classes for parents, children, and adults working or volunteering with children.
138 Marietta Road, Ste. E, Chillicothe (740) 779-7431
Website: www.thechildprotectioncenter.org
Frankfort Senior Citizens
Nutritional site facilities, companionship and socialization for seniors and physically challenged individuals. Socials, games, crafts, bingo.
31 Main St, Frankfort (740) 998-6871
Girl Scouts, Seal of Ohio Council
National leadership development program helps girls, ages 5-17, build the courage, confidence and character to make the world a better place.
1534 N. Bridge St., Chillicothe (740) 773-2146
Website: www.sealofohio.org
Goodwill Industries of South Central Ohio
Quality of life and employment opportunities for people with disabilities and disadvantages through transportation, workshop, job training and placement programs. And it's a great place to shop!
457 E. Main St., Chillicothe (740) 702-4000
Email: goodwill@roadrunner.com
Website: www.goodwill.org
Homeless Assistance
Working to provide short-term shelter, food, clothing, counseling, assistance and referrals for homeless individuals and families. Achieving self-sufficiency for the homeless is the goal.
Ross County Community Action Commission (740) 702-7222
Interagency Child Care Center
Provides comprehensive childcare services for ages 6 weeks through 12 years. The center serves employees, residents and students of our community.
17273 State Route 104, Chillicothe (740) 772-7086
Email: je898703@ohio.edu
New Horizons Youth Crime Watch
Giving young people opportunities for building self-esteem, learning conflict resolution, self-reliance and self-discipline.
178 W. Fourth St., Chillicothe (740) 775-7881
Email: wstansberry@hotmail.com
Website: www.ycwa.org
Reinstorm Therapeutic Riding Center
Committed to serving "special needs" children and adults. Students benefit by receiving physical, mental and cognitive therapies, using horses as a tool. And they gain independence, self esteem, and a freedom that many of them have never experienced!
5854 Westfall Road, Frankfort (740) 998-4026
Email: reinstormquarterhorses@yahoo.com
Website: www.reinstormcenter.20megsfree.com
Ross County Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Provides outreach, shelter and victim support. Services include: 24-hr shelter and crisis line; domestic violence and substance abuse counseling; court advocacy and support; education programs.
PO Box 1727, Chillicothe (740) 775-5396
Salvation Army
Food, shelter and utility assistance for low and moderate-income families in crisis; community center; latchkey and day camp programs; and residential camping for low-income children.
171 E. Fourth St., Chillicothe (740) 774-2760
Email: faith_miller@use.salvationarmy.org
Website: www.salvationarmy.org
South Central Ohio Big Brothers Big Sisters
Volunteers mentor children, ages 7-14. Provides school-based mentoring programs, activities for ready-to-be-matched children, and substance abuse prevention education and training.
173 W. Second St., Chillicothe (740) 773-2447
Email: bbbssco@bright.net
Website: www.bbbssco.org
YMCA of Ross County
Provides programs for all ages including swimming, aquatic programs, pre-school and school-age childcare, health and wellness programs, gymnastics, recreation and sports leagues, handicapped swimming, and water safety classes for county fourth-graders.
100 Mill St., Chillicothe
Email: ymcaexec@horizonview.net
Website: www.ymca.net