My friends son Ryan went through the Cook's program and Tony Lavatori was so helpful in getting him…read moreback on his feet , helped him get a job and has now been promoted at the job the free store helped him obtain . Thank you to the Free Store and Tony for helping him get in the program. This changed a young man's life

It is great what they do for the community. We went to a dinner event that funds the eork. This was…read moreat the main iffice and their students didcthe catering. Great all around.

I had no idea what to expect when I traveled with my granddaughter to stay at the Ronald McDonald…read morehouse next to Cincinnati' Children's Hospital. She had appointments and procedures scheduled every day for a week, and being able to stay so near the hospital was great! I was blown away with RMH! They have thought of and provided everything a family could need while away from home whether for a short term or a long term stay. The house can serve over 170 families, is clean and inviting, and has the happiest staff around. We were met with smiles and encouragement at every turn. The rooms are well outfitted and in good repair. There are activities throughout the day for both parents and children. We used the arts and crafts room, the toy room, the indoor playground, the outdoor playground, the exercise room, the library, and the laundry area. My granddaughter loved the therapy dogs that came to visit. We were served lunch and dinner each day and breads and cereals for breakfast. There was a large family kitchen area that was fully stocked if you wanted to cook your own meal. All of this was provided at no cost to the family. After experiencing this place with my family, I can tell you that I will be an avid supporter of RMH and the services provided to families with children needing medical attention. This is truly love in action.

Wow. What else can I say? They have supported us during a time when we had no place to stay while…read moreour son has been in the NICU. Staff have been great. It is clean, beautiful, and makes us feel at home while we are away. We appreciate this charity so much.

This organization does great things! I first volunteered with them over the summer, as they painted…read more40+ homes in the downtown Cincinnati area. They partner with other organizations occasionally, as I volunteered with Habitat for Humanity for a Give Back Cincinnati event. I like that they are looking for ways to partner with other organizations to help our city become better. I did go to their social in January, as they kicked off the new year with an open social meeting at a local brewery. I also volunteered with them in January, as their first service project was called 'back to school'. This service project focused on helping a local school turned orphanage. We painted several of the rooms and hallways, as well as cleaned up the school. Give Back went over and beyond, as they provided bagels and coffee in the morning before we worked. They welcomed everyone with a big smile! There was over 60 people at this event, so neat to see. This organization always does a social after an event. This time they met in the Hyde Park/Oakley area to say thank you to their volunteers with some drinks and appetizers. I really do think this organization does great things, and I look forward to their various service projects throughout the year. Interested? Check out their website or follow them through social media. They are really good about posting about upcoming events. All are welcomed!

This foundation does great things for families who are affected by cancer. This weekend they were…read morethe sponsor for The Candy Race 5k and jelly tot dash at Sawyer Point. They also have many other events throughout the year. It is all for a great cause!

This is an amazing non-profit foundation that does amazing work to help children and families…read morestruggling with young cancer and bone marrow transplant patients. They work in partnership with Children's Hospital and do amazing work with children and their families, including siblings! I'm truely in awe of all the great work they are doing and how much they are growing.

Mission Statement: Peaslee Neighborhood Center is a peaceful place in Over-the-Rhine where…read moreresidents create and engage in participatory education to foster creative expression, self-determination and social change. Education, engagement, empowerment and enrichment is what Peaslee is also about. Young learners are developed through Pealee's Child Development Center for low-income children, ages six weeks to five years old. Learners of all ages are enriched through Peaslee's piano program which provides affordable private piano lessons. School, civic and service groups also come to Peaslee for it's unique Community Education Program which seeks to educate learners about Over-the-Rhine through service in the neighborhood and reflection on the deeper issues affecting the urban core. A great organization with a great mission!

What a great place! Offering after school programs for kids as well as music and art lessons…read more Really great asset to the neighborhood of Over-the-Rhine. More people need to be aware of this place!

This is a great place. Individuals living with disabilities attend this program as a 4 year school…read more They learn how to be more independent by taking many classes. I have volunteered in their awesome kitchen and taught some crock pot cooking classes. There are many opportunities as a volunteer here. I have found it very rewarding. We have had just as much fun as the students!

"You don't know what you've gotten yourself into," smirked Nikki. "Once you walk through these…read moredoors, you can't stay away!" Four years ago, Nikki started StarfireU as a shy, silent 21-year-old. Today she enthusiastically led me on a tour of her school. StarfireU is a four-year college geared towards individuals with developmental disabilities. Their goal is to enrich lives through unlimited opportunities that build independence and community inclusion. Students have the opportunity to improve social skills, create art, photography, learn yoga, cook, and everything in between. Many go on to lead independent lives and become involved in the community. I sat in on a seminar where the Senior class discussed their capstone projects. Ideas ranged from documenting Cincinnati murals through photography, to fundraising for homeless advocates, to adapting a play from a favorite book. I was beyond impressed with the initiative and support within these classroom walls. StarfireU has been educating adults with disabilities since 1993. Over the years, it has grown from a single classroom to a state-of-the-art facility with computers, roundtable classrooms, and dry erase walls. They're always open to working with volunteers around the community, so if you're in need of a smile and a life-changing opportunity, get involved here!

Gabriel's Place is a wonderful institution and a wonderful asset to the community. I used to…read morevolunteer in the gardens, where they grow food to host a community farmer's market. Every Tuesday there is a community dinner, which I absolutely love (and don't make it to often enough). They also offer all kinds of programming for kids, including teaching them how to cook. There's yoga on Saturday's.

This is the place where nonprofits go to shop for furniture office supplies and knickknacks that…read moreyou need but you might not have known you need it. I've been here a dozen times over the years and each time has been like trolling for gold. I almost always find something I want but hardly the things I need. Today was not one of those days however. I went to find office chairs with wheels and I found the cache that knocked my socks off! Don't bother even showing up to this place if you're not there on behalf of a not-for-profit because they will not allow you to shop. They are planning to set up some days where normal people and individuals can come to shop but they said that this is probably months from now. They have everything from cream Brûlée torches to wine decanters. ....And why exactly would a nonprofit need a wine decanter or cream Bruleé torch?:) i'm really looking forward to them opening it up for individuals to shop. Not so humbly submitted, King Michael C.