The season of giving just passed, but nonprofits throughout the Tristate work tirelessly throughout the year to do good in the region. In our fifth annual Greater Cincinnati Nonprofit of the Year Awards, we wanted to honor the many nonprofit organizations that make an impact in the Tristate, from support groups and housing assistance to art galleries and community support organizations. Thousands of people voted in this online competition for their favorites in 75 categories. We are excited to celebrate these winners in the following pages.
Basic Needs
Assisted Living Facilities
Deupree House – Episcopal Retirement Services
3939 Erie Ave., Cincinnati
Baby Clothes
Society of St. Vincent de Paul – Cincinnati
1125 Bank St., Cincinnati
Community Meals
Mother Teresa of Calcutta Dining Room – St. Francis Seraph Ministries St. Anthony Center
1615 Republic St., Cincinnati
Donation Programs
The Cure Starts Now 
10280 Chester Road, Cincinnati
The Cure Starts Now represents something truly different. It’s not about fighting just one cancer, but the elimination of all cancers. It believes as the experts do; that in order to truly cure cancer you have to focus on those cancers that are the biggest bullies like pediatric brain cancer.
Food Banks/Food Distribution Warehouse
Freestore Foodbank
3401 Rosenthal Way, Cincinnati
“We are very honored to receive this award. Our team of over 100 employees is working hard to solve hunger. With one in seven neighbors in our area at risk for hunger, we are dedicated to addressing the need. We provided over 47 million meals to 20 counties in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana.”
– Nicki Roe, marketing and communications manager
Food Donation Programs
GO Pantry
7960 Kentucky Drive, Ste 1, Florence, Ky.
Food Pantries
Table of Hope Meal & Market Ministry
3707 Edgewood Drive, Cincinnati
Home Rehabilitation Programs
People Working Cooperatively
4612 Paddock Road, Cincinnati
Homeless Shelters
St. Francis – St. Joseph Catholic Worker House
PO Box 14274, Cincinnati
Housing Goods Donation Programs
Ohio Valley Goodwill Industries
10600 Springfield Pike, Cincinnati
Ohio Valley Goodwill is a dynamic nonprofit and social enterprise empowering individuals to overcome barriers through opportunity and the power of work. With 85% of every dollar funding job training, housing and vital services, it transforms lives, creates lasting community impact and promotes sustainability by diverting millions of pounds from landfills annually.
Independent Living Communities/Complexes
Maple Knoll Village
11100 Springfield Pike, Cincinnati
Soup Kitchens
Our Daily Bread Soup Kitchen and Social Center
1730 Race St., Cincinnati
“Our Daily Bread is a nonprofit soup kitchen and social center in Over-the-Rhine, offering meals, hospitality and connections to social services in a safe, respectful environment. With the help of many volunteers, we serve 600-plus meals a day, five days a week, using only donated and rescued food.”
– Kat Heilman, Director of Communications and Development
Thrift Shops
Thrifting on Eastern – Brighton Center
2014 Eastern Ave., Covington, Ky.
Transitional Housing/Shelters
Talbert House
2600 Victory Parkway, Cincinnati
Consumer Services
Personal Financial Counseling
Working In Neighborhoods 
1814 Dreman Ave., Cincinnati
Working In Neighborhoods (WIN) empowers families and transforms communities in Greater Cincinnati through homeownership programs, financial literacy training and leadership development. By building equity and fostering partnerships, WIN helps families break the poverty cycle, creating thriving neighborhoods. WIN initiatives include economic education, one-on-one counseling, energy-efficient housing development and community-driven solutions.
Criminal Justice & Legal Services
Advocacy
Pro Seniors
7162 Reading Road, Ste 1150, Cincinnati
Foster Home Placement
Beech Acres Parenting Center
Multiple locations including Cincinnati
(615 Elsinore Place, Ste 500)
For 175-plus years Beech Acres has served as a community partner for essential resources, parenting tools and wrap-around care in support of children. CEO Laura Mitchell explains, “While we cannot reverse time, we can create a stronger tomorrow. Our vision to ‘Transform Systems’ is to help families overcome life’s many challenges.”
Issue Advocacy
Women Helping Women
215 E. Ninth St., Floor 7, Cincinnati
Education
After School Programs
Boys Hope Girls Hope of Greater Cincinnati
2400 Reading Road, Ste 139, Cincinnati
Alcohol Use Disorder Education/Prevention
UMADAOP of Cincinnati
199 William Howard Taft Road, Cincinnati
Art Appreciation
Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park & Museum
1763 Hamilton Cleves Road, Hamilton
Arts and Crafts Instruction
ArtWorks 
2429 Gilbert Ave., Cincinnati
“ArtWorks has a vital role in employing young people and keeping Cincinnati vibrant. We have made our streets an art gallery and changed lives for individuals while beautifying our communities.”
– Jill Dunne, Senior Director, Marketing & Communications
Arts Centers
Milford Youth Theater
PO Box 79, Miamiville
Colleges/Universities
Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science
645 W. North Bend Road, Cincinnati.
Community Based Preschools
Best Point Education & Behavioral Health
5050 Madison Road, Cincinnati
Drug Use Disorder Education/Prevention
Serenity Recovery Network
PO Box 5467, Cincinnati
Serenity Recovery Network is a peer-ran, recovery housing program for men and women recovering from addiction. Its unique program is facilitated fully by individuals who are alumni. This act of reciprocity motivates the current residents to stay sober, re-build their life to then turn around and help the person coming in behind them.
Educational Grants
Greater Cincinnati Foundation
720 E. Pete Rose Way, Ste 120, Cincinnati
Family Literacy Programs
Santa Maria Community Services
617 Steiner Ave., Cincinnati
Life Skills Education
MomsHope
408 Fourth Ave., Mason.
Lifelong Learning Programs
Community Matters
2104 Saint Michael St., Cincinnati
Nutrition Education
Cancer Support Community Greater Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky
Multiple locations including Blue Ash
(4918 Cooper Road)
Preschools
Crescent Ridge Academy
2625 Anderson Road, Crescent Springs, Ky.
Primary Schools
The Good Shepherd Catholic Montessori
4460 Berwick St., Cincinnati
Secondary/High Schools
Saint Ursula Academy
1339 E. McMillan St., Cincinnati
Saint Ursula Academy is a vibrant leader in girls’ college-preparatory education. Rooted in Catholic faith, SUA is proven to develop strong faith-filled leaders through academic excellence, whole-person formation, innovation, a welcoming sisterhood and service. Graduates are women of faith, integrity and courage ready to make a positive impact in the world.
Special Education
Hearts in the Park
670 Northland Blvd., PO Box 40821, Cincinnati
“Hearts in the Park is dedicated to creating meaningful experiences for youth and young adults with disabilities, supporting their families and promoting disability awareness. We believe ‘the park’ extends beyond a greenspace; embracing every opportunity for individuals with disabilities to be respected, loved, acknowledged and celebrated for who they are!”
– Jenetta Thomas, Founder/CEO
Technical/Trade Schools
Great Oaks Career Campuses
110 Great Oaks Drive, Cincinnati
Tutoring Services
Heidt Center of Excellence – Best Point Education & Behavioral Health
4550 Red Bank Expressway, Cincinnati
“The Heidt Center of Excellence, a program by Best Point Education & Behavioral Health, offers specialized programs for individuals with autism, including a school for middle and high school students, transition-to-adulthood programs, and behavioral health counseling. Located in a state-of-the-art facility, it provides therapy integration, job readiness training and a supportive environment to foster academic, social and personal development.”
– Stacey Hill-Simmons, Superintendent
Environmental Quality
Animal Adoption
Louie’s Legacy Animal Rescue
Cincinnati
“Louie’s Legacy saves thousands of animals annually through a foster-based model. We provide top-tier care, including medical treatment and training, in loving foster homes so that each animal we rescue can find their forever home. Our passionate volunteers, foster families and supporters make our lifesaving work possible.”
– Emily Gear, President
Animal Shelters
Cincinnati Animal CARE
Multiple locations including Cincinnati
(3949 Colerain Ave.)
Community Involvement Programs
Back the Heroes Rumble
530 Park Place, Cincinnati
“Back the Heroes Rumble is a 100% volunteer led nonprofit dedicated to supporting first responders, military and veterans. Through impactful events like our annual Car Show and vital programs, we provide lifesaving equipment, promote mental health and strengthen communities. Passion, purpose and unwavering support for our heroes set us apart.”
– Carl Whalen, Executive Director/Co-Founder
Community/Nature Area Cleanup/Enhancement Projects
Keep Cincinnati Beautiful
1115 Bates Ave., Cincinnati
Disaster Relief/Recovery Organizations
Matthew 25: Ministries
11060 Kenwood Road, Blue Ash
Health Care
Behavioral Health
Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services
1501 Madison Road, Cincinnati
Emergency Room Care
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center
3333 Burnet Ave., Cincinnati
Family Counseling
Family Nurturing Center 
Multiple locations including Cincinnati
(7162 Reading Road)
Family Nurturing Center’s free counseling services specialize in helping children who have experienced abuse, along with their family members. Its highly trained staff uses evidence-based therapies to support healing and promote healthy family relationships. It is recognized as a leader in the region for its trauma informed approach and holistic services.
General Health Education Programs
NAMI Urban Greater Cincinnati
2420 Harrison Ave., Cincinnati
General Medical Care
Crossroad Health Center
Multiple locations including Over-the-Rhine
(5 E. Liberty St.)
Pediatrics
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Cincinnati
341 Erkenbrecher Ave., Cincinnati
Income Support & Employment
Career Counseling
BAWAC, Inc.
7970 Kentucky Drive, Florence, Ky.
Individual Counseling
Health Resource Center of Cincinnati, Inc.
2347 Vine St., Cincinnati
Job Search/Placement
Cincinnati Works
708 Walnut St., Cincinnati
Outreach Programs
Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio
3458 Reading Road, Cincinnati
Individual & Family Life
Adolescent/Youth Counseling
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Cincinnati
615 Elsinore Place, Ste 950, Cincinnati.
Adult Day Health Programs
Easterseals Redwood
2901 Gilbert Ave., Cincinnati.
Adult Residential Care Homes
Graceworks Enhanced Living
11370 Springfield Pike, Cincinnati
Arts Galleries/Exhibits
Summerfair Cincinnati
7850 Five Mile Road, Cincinnati.
“We are one of the longest running, continually ranked top 10 art fairs in the country. With each year’s profits, we give the Greater Cincinnati arts community over $100,000 in support.”
– Jayne Utter, Managing Director
Book Reading
Queen City Book Bank
1200 Gest St., Cincinnati
“Queen City Book Bank (QCBB) is proud to work in tandem with our community to champion the development of literacy through tutoring, Little Free Libraries (LFL), literacy outreach and book access. Without our 2,500 volunteers who serve as tutors, book bank volunteers and LFL stewards, we could not accomplish our mission!”
– Michelle Guenther, CEO
Day Camps
Behringer-Crawford Museum
Devou Park, 1600 Montague Road, Covington, Ky.
Foster Parent/Family Recruitment
Foster Adoptive Parent Association of Northern Kentucky
Independence, Ky.
History Museum
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
50 E. Freedom Way, Cincinnati
Home Delivered Meals
Meals on Wheels Southwest OH & Northern KY
2091 Radcliff Drive, Cincinnati
Home-Based Parenting Education
Pathways to Home
Multiple locations including Harrison (9141 Kilby Road)
It provides free home visitation services to families through Every Child Succeeds. Home visitation is provided from birth to three years of age and the goals of the program include healthy parent-child interaction, appropriate child development and family support and self-sufficiency. Pathways to Home serves 250 families and completes 4,300 home visits annually.
Job Information
Mercy Neighborhood Ministries
1602 Madison Road, Cincinnati
Mental Health Related Support Groups
Casa de Paz Cincinnati
PO Box 14584, Cincinnati
Parenting Skills Classes
Elizabeth’s New Life Center
2201 North Main St., Dayton.
Therapeutic Camps
Milestones, Inc.
12372 Riggs Road, Independence, Ky.
Youth Enrichment Programs
A Kid Again Southwest Ohio Chapter
9600 Montgomery Road, LL Ste 4, Cincinnati
Organizational & Community Services
Community Foundations
Aubrey Rose Foundation
3260 North Bend Road, Cincinnati.
Holiday Gifts/Toys
Butler County United Way
323 N. Third St., Hamilton
Nonprofit Support Organization
OneNKY Alliance
50 E. RiverCenter Blvd., Ste 250, Covington, Ky.
Senior Centers
Little Brothers Friends of the Elderly
5530 Colerain Ave., Cincinnati.
Support Groups
Addictions/Substance Use Disorder
City Gospel Mission
1805 Dalton Ave., Cincinnati.
Caregiver/Care Receiver
HELP Program Cincinnati
1600 Madison Road, Cincinnati.
Drug Use
Parents of Addicted Loved Ones (PAL)
Cincinnati.
Pregnancy/Childbirth
Rosemary’s Babies Co.
4439 Reading Road, Ste 107, Cincinnati
