Meet Our Community Impact Partner: easterseals of Central & Southeast Ohio
One in four Americans is living with a disability—and at some point, disability will touch us all. easterseals of Central & Southeast Ohio is committed to changing the way the world defines and views disability by making profound, positive differences in people’s lives every single day.
Meet Our Community Impact Partner: Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Central Ohio
Since 1979, Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Central Ohio has believed that every child has incredible potential. As part of the nation’s largest donor- and volunteer-supported mentoring network, we create meaningful, monitored matches between adult “Bigs” and youth “Littles” across Ross, Pike, Pickaway, Fayette, and Highland counties.
Meet Our Community Impact Partner: The Garden Family Advocacy Center
Meet Our Community Impact Partner: Sojourners Care Network
Sojourners Care Network is a nonprofit organization rooted in Appalachian Ohio, dedicated to empowering young people to become healthy, responsible, and productive citizens. Through a combination of grant funding and local resources, we address critical issues such as youth homelessness, poverty, illiteracy, and mental health challenges.
Meet Our Community Impact Partner: Ross County Community Action
Ross County Community Action is dedicated to reducing poverty and strengthening families throughout our community. Through vital programs and partnerships, we work to provide essential resources and support to those in need.
Meet Our Community Impact Partner: Hope Clinic of Ross County
Hope Clinic is committed to sharing the love of Christ by providing free, quality medical care to individuals without health insurance. Our mission is to serve with compassion in an environment that is accepting, authentic, and welcoming to all.
Through the dedication of our volunteers and supporters, we strive to ensure that everyone in need has access to essential healthcare services, regardless of their financial situation.
Meet Our Community Impact Partner: First Capital Pride Coalition
First Capital Pride Coalition is dedicated to creating a safe and welcoming community for LGBTQIA+ individuals in Ross County. Through diverse community events, advocacy efforts promoting inclusion, and health equity education, we strive to foster a more supportive and affirming environment for all.
Join us in our mission to celebrate diversity, promote equality, and build a stronger, more inclusive community.
Meet Our Community Impact Partner: Carver Community Center
Carver Community Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to serving the residents of Ross County through youth development, family enrichment, nutrition, and health and wellness programs. Our mission is to create positive change by providing essential services and opportunities that uplift individuals and strengthen our community.
Meet Our Community Impact Partner: The Assistance House
The Assistance House of Ross County is dedicated to supporting working-class individuals and families who are struggling to make ends meet. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, the dedication of our board members, and the hard work of our staff and volunteers, we are able to offer more programs than ever before.
Ty Wertman is the Superintendent of Zane Trace Local Schools and is entering his 18th year with the district. A lifelong educator, Ty began his career as a high school social studies teacher before transitioning into roles as a school counselor and later, high school principal.