All of these organizations have been researched by our Community Engagement Department, and a summary of their grant proposals is included.
As you may see, for many of these requests, we were able to fund only to a certain level. The organizations may still have needs associated with their specified programs. Or, in some cases, the projects may be complete but the organizations may have more needs that require funding. If you would like additional information about these programs or to support other important work, please feel free to contact the charities directly.
Discretionary Grants
Advocates for Basic Legal Equality | Miami Valley Environmental Justice Partnership
$75,000 Project Budget | $30,000 Granted
Advocates for Basic Legal Equality, Inc., is a nonprofit regional law firm that provides high-quality legal assistance in civil matters to help low-income individuals and groups in Ohio achieve self-reliance, equal justice and economic opportunity. Funds will be used to support the Miami Valley Environmental Justice Partnership project, which will convene impacted neighborhood leaders and community-based organizations that wish to address environmental justice issues by providing them with grant writing support and microgrant opportunities.
Makiedah Messam, Executive Director, (937) 535-4435
Bottom Line | College Access Program
$830,912 Project Budget | $25,000 Granted
Bottom Line helps first-generation students from under-resourced backgrounds graduate from high school and college and obtain a successful first career through free one-on-one advising. The first College Access cohort started in the fall of 2024 and is comprised of 170 high school seniors from partner school districts, including Dayton Public, Trotwood-Madison, Mad River Local, Middletown, Chaminade Julienne Catholic High School, Miami Early College Academy and DECA. All students in Montgomery County College Promise also have the option to be enrolled in Bottom Line. Funds primarily will be used to provide 120 students from Dayton Public Schools with full-time, trauma-trained advisors who will help College Access students navigate the college application process during their senior year.
James Cosby, Executive Director, (937) 838-1235
Boys and Girls Club of Dayton | A Future Ready Club
$16,000,000 Project Budget | $75,000 Granted
The Boys and Girls Club of Dayton mission’s is focused on inspiring, developing and helping young people reach their full potential because they believe that every child deserves a great future. BGCD is one of a few nonprofits in Dayton providing out-of-school STEM education, career exploration and workforce development experiences for youth and teens. Funds will be used to construct a new 37,000-square-foot, ADA-compliant facility with usable program spaces, a Life and Workforce Readiness Center, a sensory room, a Digital Transformation Hub (e-sports room) and more storage capacity to enrich the overall club experience.
Crystal Allen, President/CEO, (513) 545-2210
Brukner Nature Center | Accessibility at Brukner Nature Center
$151,116 Project Budget | $20,000 Granted
Brukner Nature Center promotes the appreciation and understanding of wildlife conservation through preservation, education and rehabilitation. Funds will be used to add concrete walkways to the driveway, parking area and a half-mile loop trail through the prairie and along the woodland edge at River’s Edge Wildlife Preserve. The paving project benefits nearly everyone who visits BNC by making several outdoor areas easier to navigate.
Debra K. Oexmann, Executive Director, (937) 698-6493
Caesar's Ford Theatre | Shawnee Living History Film Production
$55,750 Project Budget | $10,000 Granted
Caesar’s Ford Theatre is dedicated to working with members of today’s communities to lift the standard of historical accuracy to new heights. Funds will be used to help CFT create a film to reform the problematic theatrical representation of American-Indian history that was prevalent in the later part of the 20th century. This project includes the writing, filming, post-production and distribution of a series of original scripts, and will feature American-Indian storytelling through the casting of tribal citizens, helping to bring to light how the Shawnee lived, spoke and interacted with others.
Tim Haney, Board Secretary/Treasurer, (937) 272-4725
Choices in Community Living, Inc. | Martin Center Generator
$59,435 Project Budget | $8,000 Granted
Choices in Community Living provides and promotes community-based living accommodations for people with developmental disabilities and assists them with education and formal training. The Martin Center, which offers support to enhance the quality of life for individuals served by Choices and other eligible community members, is in need of a new generator. Funds will be used to purchase and install a generator to ensure that services remain uninterrupted during adverse weather conditions or emergencies.
Trent Grooms, CEO, (937) 898-2220
County Corp | Strategic Marketing Plan
$60,000 Project Budget | $13,500 Granted
County Corp’s mission is to improve the Greater Dayton/Montgomery County community by providing affordable housing and youth development programs that have a real impact on the lives of residents. In 2023, County Corp merged with HomeOwnership Center to reduce administrative expenses and increase operational efficiencies. Funds will be used to develop a marketing plan as part of its strategic plan to increase community engagement and outreach.
Stephen D. Naas, President, (937) 531-7026
Dayton Movies / d.b.a. The Neon | Eichelberger Patio Phase II
$65,000 Project Budget | $10,000 Granted
The Neon is a space where diversity is celebrated, civic-minded missions are implemented and intellectual stimulation is revered, all through the power of international and independent cinema. The Neon is requesting funds to partially fund Phase II of its patio expansion to improve the entire Neon experience. Funds will be used to purchase and install audio equipment, lighting and patio furniture; paint the building; and produce a mural project.
Steve Budd, Board Chair, (937) 545-0410
Dayton Theatre Guild | Solar Panel Project
$153,300 Project Budget | $10,000 Granted
The Dayton Theatre Guild first opened its doors in the waning years of World War II. In 2009, the Guild purchased and converted an old gym on Wayne Avenue near the Oregon District into a thrust theatre. Recently, utility costs at the facility have dramatically increased, forcing the nonprofit organization to reallocate budget dollars that normally would support the production of cutting-edge theatre. Funds will be used to install solar panels on the facility’s large, flat roof to power the building, allowing the Guild to redirect resources that would have been spent on utility costs into its core mission.
Rhea A. Smith, Grants Chair, (937) 286-8259
Downtown Dayton Partnership Corporation | Courthouse Square Transformation Project Plan
$365,000 Project Budget | $25,000 Granted
As the heart of downtown Dayton, Courthouse Square has both the responsibility and the opportunity to be a place of civic pride, while creating a cultural pulse for the community. Courthouse Square is currently an antiquated and underutilized space, having been originally conceived, designed and developed in the 1970s. In the post-COVID era, Dayton, like many other cities across America, is left with a central business district that is no longer bustling with daily office workers. Because the solution to revitalizing Dayton’s downtown is multi-faceted and requires considerable expertise and innovation, funds will be used to help the Downtown Dayton Partnership develop the Courthouse Square Transformation Project Plan.
Katie Meyer, President , (937) 224-1518
Economic & Community Development Institute | SBA Women's Business Center
$300,000 Project Budget | $20,000 Granted
The Economic & Community Development Institute is dedicated to ensuring all entrepreneurs, regardless of where they live, their gender or their race, have access to funding and the business mentoring services they need to build small businesses that thrive. In the spring of 2024, the U.S. Small Business Administration awarded a five-year grant to ECDI to establish a Women’s Business Center at Central State University. Funds will be used to support the new office and expand ECDI’s proven wrap-around services and small business programming in Dayton.
Louisa Dallett, Vice President of Development, (614) 559-0115
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Elizabeth's New Life Center | HVAC Upgrades
$164,200 Project Budget | $20,000 Granted
Elizabeth’s New Life Center was founded in 1989 as a pregnancy resource center in inner-city Dayton to provide compassionate support for women experiencing challenging pregnancy situations. Funds will be used to replace 12 HVAC units at two of the properties owned by ENLC, allowing the nonprofit organization to continue providing services in a comfortable environment for pregnant women and families in need of resources and support.
Michael McGraw, Executive Director, (937) 226-7414
The Foodbank | Community Center Building
$4,500,000 Project Budget | $75,000 Granted
The Foodbank is seeking funding to support the construction of a new 12,000-square-foot Community Centered Building, to be built on the existing Foodbank property. Funds will be used to support the general construction costs of the building, which will include workforce development and wrap-around services programming and meeting spaces, medical exam rooms, a staffed probation office and a kitchen with two walk-in freezer/coolers.
Michelle L. Riley, CEO, (937) 461-0265 ext. 11
Goodwill Easterseals Miami Valley | Adaptive Equipment Program
$25,183 Project Budget | $25,183 Granted
Goodwill Easterseals Miami Valley’s mission is to empower people with disabilities and other disadvantages so they may achieve independence and improve their quality of life. The nonprofit organization offers vision services for community members who are blind or facing visual impairment so they have what they need to adapt and remain independent and active in public life. Funds will be used to maintain and purchase diagnostic and assistive equipment.
Caryl Segalewitz, CFRE, Director of Development, (937) 528-6319
Greene County FISH (Friends In Service to Humanity) Pantry | Cooler/Freezer Build
$131,170 Project Budget | $20,000 Granted
Greene County FISH Pantry, a full-choice food pantry, alleviates hunger and need within Greene County by acquiring and distributing food and care items to those in need. Currently, they use a frozen storage facility but don’t have the necessary capacity to store large amounts of products. Funds will be used to purchase and install a 24’ x 30’ freezer and a 24’ x 30’ cooler. The new freezer and cooler will help accommodate additional food donations.
Gail Matson, Executive Director, (937) 372-8441
The Learning Tree Farm, Inc. | Tractor Purchase
$42,800 Project Budget | $10,800 Granted
Learning Tree Farm is a traditional working farm that engages people in hands-on, nature-based education. The nonprofit organization hosts and educates schoolchildren, homeschool groups, parent groups, gardening clubs, families and community members of all ages throughout the year with a variety of events and outdoor learning experiences. Funds will be used to help purchase a utility tractor, which is essential to enhancing Learning Tree Farm’s ability to manage its land, supporting its mission and programs, and upholding sustainable agricultural practices.
Heather Ritter, Executive Director, (937) 543-2169
Little Art Theatre Association, Inc. | Reclaiming Our Past to Revitalize Our Future
$400,000 Project Budget | $25,000 Granted
The Little Art Theatre Association is one of the oldest, continuously operating, single screen theatres in Ohio. Funds will be used for a historic restoration of a marquee, façade and six indigenous culture murals to reclaim the theatre’s 1940s art deco heritage. The work also will include safety, accessibility, usability, design and stabilization updates to the facility, which was built in 1895, to ensure sustainability.
Caleab Wyant, Theatre Manager, (937) 767-7671
Montgomery County Law Enforcement | Montgomery County Law Enforcement Memorial Association
$2,000,000 Project Budget | $37,500 Granted
MCLEMA’s purpose is to provide comfort and resources for the families and coworkers of county officers tragically killed or seriously injured in the line of duty. Funds will be used for the construction of a memorial to honor law enforcement officers from across all 33 agencies in Montgomery County and will serve as a symbol of collective respect and gratitude for the officers who protect our communities.
Chief John Porter, Police Chief, (937) 890-2671
National Aviation Hall of Fame | Discovering Flight Innovation Lab
$1,604,252 Project Budget | $25,000 Granted
The National Aviation Hall of Fame’s mission is to honor America’s aerospace pioneers and memorialize and share their impact for the inspiration of leaders to come. Research shows that early exposure to aviation is key to breaking down barriers for individuals looking to enter the aviation workforce. As a result, NAHF launched Discovering Flight, a comprehensive education and outreach strategy to engage young students, teachers and visitors online, in the classroom and in the Heritage Hall and Education Center. Funds will be used to complete Phase II of the project.
Aimee Maruyama, President and CEO, (937) 256-0944
NPower, Inc. | IT Tech Fundamentals Program
$592,103 Project Budget | $25,000 Granted
NPower Inc., (Ohio) offers tuition-free, virtual-led technology training with in-person professional development for veterans, transitioning military personnel, their spouses and underemployed young adults ages 18 to 26, with a focus on areas where median household incomes are significantly below Ohio’s average. Its six-month training model equips trainees for industry-recognized certifications, such as CompTIA, while offering professional development, wrap-around services and job placement assistance. NPower seeks funding to provide the IT Tech Fundamentals Training Program to military-connected individuals and young adults from underserved communities in the Dayton Region, who are seeking pathways to higher-paying, opportunity-rich digital careers.
Demarus Crawford-White, Executive Director, (937) 848-1520
Parity, Inc. | Capacity-Building Project
$366,508 Project Budget | $75,000 Granted
Parity, Inc., has been at the forefront of the fight for equality in Greater Dayton for over three decades. Current community initiatives are the Youth Development for Success Summer Program, The Black Leadership Development Program, and the Top 10 African American Male Honorees luncheon. Parity has spearheaded positive change and community improvement in the Dayton Region through these initiatives. Funds will build organizational capacity to continue existing work and expand programming.
Ricky Robinson, Executive Director, (937) 228-3939
Preschool Promise | Be Ready by Five Program
$450,000 Project Budget | $20,000 Granted
Preschool Promise is dedicated to supporting young children from prenatal to age 5, ensuring they have access to the educational and health and wellness opportunities they need to start kindergarten fully prepared to learn. Funds will be used for the Be Ready by Five program’s public-facing phase, which will include creating a plan to communicate available resources for parents with young children, developing a centralized online system for families to research and apply for programs and implementing a system for leaders to evaluate the program and identify ways to maximize funding for under-resourced families and children.
Robyn Lightcap, Executive Director, (937) 620-8647
Rebuilding Together Dayton, Inc. | Falls Prevention Program Expansion
$463,655 Project Budget | $25,000 Granted
Rebuilding Together Dayton’s mission is to build community partnerships and provide home rehabilitation for low-income, Dayton-area homeowners, particularly older adults, so they can live in warmth, safety and independence. Funds will be used to expand its Falls Prevention program, a vital initiative to protect older adults from the dangers of falls, which are a leading cause of injury and death among this population.
Amy Radachi, President/CEO, (937) 223-4893
We Care Arts, Inc. | New Roof
$79,861 Project Budget | $15,000 Granted
We Care Arts offers a diverse array of programs designed to enrich the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities, substance use disorders and mental health diagnoses through the transformative power of creativity. Last year, WCA served more than 1,350 individuals at its Kettering campus and throughout the community through its adult day programs, outreach programs and employment services. Funds will be used to replace its 20-year-old roof in order to continue to use the facility for programming development and classes.
Katie Neubert, Executive Director, (937) 252-3937
Xenia Adult Recreation & Services Center | Vehicle Purchase
$85,907 Project Budget | $8,000 Granted
Xenia Adult Recreation & Services Center is a one-stop resource for a variety of services for seniors ages 60 and older. The nonprofit organization’s transportation program provides seniors with door-to-door services to their out-of-town medical appointments. Locally, it also provides non-medical transportation to seniors for grocery shopping, hair appointments, pharmacy visits and more. Funds will be used to purchase a modified minivan to help support these programs for seniors who reside in their own homes.
Judy Baker, Executive Director, Please email to make a direct donation.
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Affecting Community Transformation Oasis House | Safe House Fix It Up!
$10,000 Project Budget | $2,500 Granted
Oasis House maintains a transitional safe home where formerly homeless, marginalized women can live for up to two years. Residents strive to heal from the trauma of sexual exploitation and human trafficking. The home offers safety and stability for residents participating in mental health and wellness therapies, substance use disorder/opioid use disorder treatments and a variety of life-skills classes such as finance, anger management and setting boundaries. Funds will be used to make exterior repairs on the house, which was built in 1900, to help sustain the safety and quality of the home for current and future residents.
Dona Pierce, Executive Director, (937) 898-7811
America's Packard Museum | Lights for Public Safety
$5,078 Project Budget | $2,000 Granted
America’s Packard Museum is the largest public collection of Packard Motor Car Company automobiles and memorabilia in the United States. Funds will be used to help with the installation of period-correct and environmentally efficient exterior pendant lights in the Franklin Street parking area to improve public safety. The lights will help improve the historic structure of the facility, improve environmental efficiency, safeguard the local population and help improve the overall look of the city’s southwestern quadrant.
Mark Vargas, Development Director, (320) 223-5779
The Bach Society of Dayton | Harpsichord Purchase
$15,000 Project Budget | $5,150 Granted
For more than 20 years, The Bach Society of Dayton’s innovative, collaborative concerts have supported regional arts groups, bridged cultural divides and reached out to diverse segments of the Dayton community. The Bach Society performs choral masterworks for audiences and routinely performs large works from the Baroque period, which call for harpsichord accompaniment. Funds will be used to purchase a harpsichord to perform the music in a manner that adheres to the composers' specifications.
Sharon A. Norton, President, (937) 294-2224
Building Bridges, Inc. | Digital Impact Initiative
$12,304 Project Budget | $4,450 Granted
Building Bridges’ vision is to redirect the lives of kids who need a second chance to make better choices, turn their lives around and find lasting success. Funds will be used to complete the nonprofit organization’s website upgrade and enhance its digital presence. By modernizing the site, Building Bridges can increase its visibility, attract new donors and build long-term sustainability for the organization to serve at-risk youth in Montgomery County for years to come.
Crystal Jody, Administrative Assistant II, (937) 496-7800
Catholic Social Services of the Miami Valley | Guardianship Program Software
$19,414 Project Budget | $3,000 Granted
Catholic Social Services of the Miami Valley’s Guardianship Program provides support for adults in Montgomery, Greene, Shelby and Miami counties who have been deemed mentally incompetent and don’t have family willing or capable of making sound decisions for them. Funds will be used for a new software program that will serve roughly 200 wards under the care of the Guardianship Program. More effective tracking and reporting will improve partnerships with vendors, such as the courts, referring agencies and medical institutions, the aging population and additional funding sources.
Iris Juergens, Director of Development, (937) 223-7217 ext. 1142
Daybreak | Facility and Programming Upgrades
$7,500 Project Budget | $2,500 Granted
Daybreak remains the Miami Valley’s leader in serving youth and young adults ages 10 to 24 with emergency shelter and housing programs. Currently, 100 percent of Daybreak clients have a diagnosed mental health condition. Funds will be used to support necessary upgrades to its facility and programming to meet the current goals to create opportunities for all. These programs include the Daybreak Market Place, sensory room and drop-in sleeping quarters. Daybreak anticipates being able to serve more clients by providing more programming to better suit their individual needs.
Alisha Murray, CEO, (937) 395-4600 ext. 110
Dayton Diaper Depot | New Location Resources
$5,500 Project Budget | $1,000 Granted
Dayton Diaper Depot improves the community’s social, economic and health outcomes by providing access to basic hygiene products for individuals who need them most. Funds will be used to provide needed resources to set up the nonprofit organization’s new location, which will help it grow capacity to serve community members in need of diapers and wipes.
Dr. Kelly McDonald, Development and Grants Lead, (480) 390-5699
Dayton Metro Chapter BHS | New Choral Risers
$12,874 Project Budget | $3,500 Granted
The Dayton Metro Barbershop Chorus performs in local festivals, nursing homes and places of worship. Funds will be used to help purchase modern choral risers that incorporate safety features for the singers. The risers will be used weekly for rehearsals and to enhance performances in the Dayton area.
Gregory Sammons, Secretary, (419) 350-9518
Dayton Public Radio - WDPR | Web-Based Donor and Music Systems Improvements
$8,495 Project Budget | $5,000 Granted
Discover Classical is a fine arts radio station that serves as a portal to the arts, informing the community of upcoming events such as theatre productions, lectures, musical performances, exhibits and other cultural gatherings. Funds will be used to add a member donation portal to the existing customer management system, a new donation web page and an additional module to give radio hosts remote access to the music system. These upgrades will streamline the online donation process, enhance the web-based portal and allow listeners to search playlists.
Shaun Yu, President/CEO, (937) 222-9377
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Dayton Sewing Collaborative | Fashion Club Pilot Program
$8,000 Project Budget | $5,950 Granted
The Dayton Sewing Collaborative trains and develops skilled sewists, reclaims and redistributes sewing items and creates sewn products to benefit the community. Funds will be used to establish a pilot Fashion Club at Belmont High School to build confidence, foster creativity and provide students with access to equipment, tools and textiles. The DSC will provide expertise, mentoring and guidance, while Belmont High School will supply the students and meeting space.
Brenda Rex, President / CEO, (937) 476-1455
Habitat for Humanity | New Software
$56,278 Project Budget | $3,500 Granted
Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope. Funds will be used to implement an updated software database to support the nonprofit organization’s accounting team and align business departments, enabling them to work harmoniously. This software database will reduce reliance on spreadsheets, improve reporting at all levels and enhance operational efficiency by decreasing redundant tasks and presenting a more streamlined workflow.
Norm Miozzi, Executive Director, (937) 965-7673
Mercy Manor, Inc. | Strategic and Fundraising Plan
$7,500 Project Budget | $4,000 Granted
Mercy Manor is a guiding light for women that provides an alcohol- and drug-free living environment, peer support, assistance with obtaining alcohol and drug addiction services, and other addiction recovery assistance. Recent changes in leadership and funding have underscored the need for a comprehensive plan to secure the organization's sustainability, maintain its legacy and expand its impact. Funds will be used to support the development of a three- to five-year strategic and fundraising plan to strengthen the organization’s capacity to continue serving women in recovery and provide a foundation for long-term success.
Maya Dorsey, Executive Director, (937) 268-0282
Miami Valley Leadership Foundation | Connect App
$11,000 Project Budget | $2,500 Granted
Miami Valley Leadership Foundation is a local leadership foundation serving within a network of more than 50 leadership foundations across the United States and globally. Mentoring2Thrive is a program that equips under-resourced youth with the tools they need to succeed by matching 108 students with caring adult mentors. Funds will be used to support the one-time implementation costs for development and set up of the MVLF Connect App. This smartphone app will enable MVLF to share content, drive culture, enhance communication and build community within the mentoring program.
Jay Schindler, Executive Director, (937) 660-6475
Miami Valley Meals | Basement Safety Improvement Project
$11,371 Project Budget | $2,000 Granted
Miami Valley Meals’ team of chefs transform recovered foods into hearty and nutritious prepared meals that are distributed free of charge to a network of nonprofit partners serving local people experiencing food insecurity. The basement of the nonprofit organization’s facility is no longer secure, posing significant risks to the dry food storage area and the overall safety of the building. Funds will be used to update the basement to enhance safety for staff and volunteers and protect food inventory, ensuring uninterrupted service to the community.
Amanda DeLotelle, Executive Director, (937) 938-7141
Mosaic Church | Expanding Meal Service Capabilities
$25,000 Project Budget | $3,000 Granted
Fight Chance, a pioneering recovery program sponsored by Mosaic Church, stands as a beacon of hope and transformation within the Dayton Region. The comprehensive services, which include free meals, childcare, worship and recovery support, address the critical needs of individuals battling addictions, afflictions and compulsive behaviors. Funds will be used to facilitate the purchase of commercial-grade kitchen appliances, cookware and utensils, which will allow for healthier, more varied meal options and better serve the growing population of attendees.
Rosario Picardo, Co-Pastor, 937-426-6491
937 Hoop Dreams | Basketball Equipment
$7,500 Project Budget | $3,350 Granted
The mission of 937 Hoop Dreams is to develop and operate programs, activities and facilities, such as recreational sports programs and basketball leagues and camps, in order to increase the health status of children and young adults who are under-resourced or distressed. Funds will be used to expand the nonprofit organization’s program by acquiring court-regulated basketballs and two additional professional-grade portable basketball hoops. These enhancements will significantly increase the program’s capacity to engage more youth and help transform winners into leaders.
Wade O'Connor, Founder, (937) 499-4345
Ohio Historical Society / d.b.a. Connection | Museum In A Box School Outreach Initiative
$11,632 Project Budget | $3,000 Granted
The Ohio History Connection's mission is to spark discovery of Ohio's stories. The National Afro-American Museum and Cultural Center opened in 1988 and is a division of OHC. The NAAMCC collection, which consists of more than 10,000 items and exhibits, has been featured in national and international exhibitions, books and publications. Funds will be used to provide free history education programming for Dayton-area schools, many of which may not be able to cover costs associated with field trips. The objective is to educate local youth through engaging educational programs that focus on Black History.
Jerolyn Barbee, NAAMCC Assistant Director, (937) 376-4944 ext. 2120
Sidewalk Soldiers | Operation Accelerate Excellence
$8,800 Project Budget | $3,100 Granted
Sidewalk Soldiers exists to provide hope, help and healing to individuals who have been sex trafficked or are at risk for trafficking. Funds will be used for Operation Accelerate Excellence, a capacity-building project aimed at enhancing the operational capacities of its women’s drop-in centers in Montgomery County and streamlining processes across its locations.
Amy Cornelius, Operations Director, (513) 371-9292
A Special Wish Foundation of Southwest Ohio | Board Development Training
$8,000 Project Budget | $5,000 Granted
The mission of A Special Wish Foundation of Southwest Ohio is to grant the wish of a child or adolescent (birth through age 20) who has been diagnosed by a physician with a life-threatening disorder. The nonprofit organization’s board of directors has undergone recent changes, including the exit of several long-term, experienced board members. Several of the new board members are serving on a board for the first time or have only a few years of experience. Funds will be used to conduct board development training to help create a strong and confident board to better serve families, partners and the community.
David Seyer, President, (937) 641-4267
StoryChain LLC | Correctional Institution Program Expansion
$30,000 Project Budget | $3,500 Granted
StoryChain connects incarcerated parents with their children through community outreach, literacy intervention and audio technology. Using the knowledge of social and restorative justice and family literacy, trained volunteers produce audio files of incarcerated parents who want to read to their children. The recording is then edited and downloaded on an MP3 player for the child and the caregiver to receive. Funds will be used to expand the program to serve Montgomery County residents at two correctional institutions.
Jonathan Platt, Executive Director, (937) 510-4600
We Love Birthday Parties | Strategic Plan
$4,500 Project Budget | $4,000 Granted
We Love Birthday Parties provides monthly birthday parties and birthday boxes for children from underserved communities, including foster kids. This lets children know they matter, were born with a purpose and are loved and cared for by their community. Funds will be used to conduct a comprehensive strategic planning process to ensure that its expansion into Montgomery County is successful and sustainable. This process will be critical in aligning the organization’s growth strategy with the needs of the community and building a framework for long-term success.
Shelly Calvert, Founder/Director, (937) 524-3097