Community Shares of Mid Ohio

🎉 Kickoff Alert! The State of Ohio Combined Charitable Campaign is Live! 🎉

From August 21st to October 18th, state employees and retirees can make a real impact by supporting causes across Ohio. With over 60 Community Shares members participating, there’s a cause for everyone—from education and healthcare to environmental protection, social justice, and more.

👉 Get Involved: https://communityshares.net/about-us/newsroom.html/article/2024/08/21/support-the-state-of-ohio-combined-charitable-campaign-august-21-october-18

Make your pledge today and help create positive change! 💪

Send a message to learn more

🎉 Kickoff Alert! The State of Ohio Combined Charitable Campaign is Live! 🎉

From August 21st to October 18th, state employees and retirees can make a real impact by supporting causes across Ohio. With over 60 Community Shares members participating, there’s a cause for everyone—from education and healthcare to environmental protection, social justice, and more.

👉 Get Involved: https://communityshares.net/about-us/newsroom.html/article/2024/08/21/support-the-state-of-ohio-combined-charitable-campaign-august-21-october-18

Make your pledge today and help create positive change! 💪

Community Refugee and Immigration Services (CRIS)’ Good Neighbor Training is an excellent resource for anyone looking to gain a deeper understanding of refugee resettlement and make a positive impact. Don't miss the chance to participate in this informative and impactful program on August 19th!

We are inspired by the strength and self-advocacy of Brenda, an Advocacy & Protective Services, Inc. - APSI client. With the support of APSI and Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities, she was able to achieve her goals and transform her life. Read her story below.

Client Story: Brenda Brenda was in a rough spot. She was staring down problems at work and at home. Her job didn’t give her enough hours, and her relationship with her family was in a rocky spot. In life, Brenda knew, you sometimes had to make tough choices – but to her, that didn’t make them any less tricky. The ...

🚀 Exciting Announcement for Central Ohio Nonprofits! 🚀

Our new member application is officially LIVE! 📢 If you want to join Community Shares of Mid Ohio, now is your chance. Applications are open from mid-July until the end of August, so act fast!

🌟 Create an account for your nonprofit organization and apply to join today. Don’t miss this once-a-year opportunity!

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Did you know that Dreams on Horseback does therapeutic horseback riding with veterans and the military? You can see the joy in the participant's faces.

🎇 Out of Office Notice: July 4th & 5th 🎇

Hey everyone! 🌟 We're out celebrating July 4th and 5th. We'll be back soon to respond to your messages!

Enjoy the holiday and stay safe! 🎆

Can you believe Stop the Suffering Animal Rescue of Ohio has transported more than 1,900 animals to safety?

🌿 On Friday, we had the pleasure of visiting our fiscally sponsored project, The Garden for All. Touring the garden, we saw the beautiful produce being donated to those in need. 🌱🍅

We love their commitment to ensuring everyone has access to fresh, delicious food. Most impressive? Dozens of eager volunteers of all ages were already hard at work at 8 AM! 🙌✨

Want to learn more? Check out their social media and website! 🌼

From Stonewall Columbus

Wrapping up Columbus Pride weekend remembering that our pride is 365 and we all year long! ✨🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈
Thank you for making this weekend so special Columbus!

Send a message to learn more

Who else is excited for Pride? We sure are! Don’t miss out on the fun and resources—grab your tickets ASAP and for an unforgettable celebration hosted by Stonewall Columbus! 🏳️‍🌈🎉

Our friends at GrantStation offer excellent training sessions, perfect for nonprofits seeking help with building capacity with volunteers. Check out this upcoming session...

Build Your Capacity With an Effective Volunteer Program
June 12, 2024 at 2pm EST

With 72% of volunteers only working with one organization each year and most volunteers providing financial support in addition to their time, it's crucial that you make the most of this invaluable resource. Following the right process will help you develop a solid volunteer program that delivers results and enhances your engagement with the community. In this webinar, Mindy Muller of Community Development Professionals will explore the basics of good volunteer programs and how to effectively integrate volunteers into your organizational structure.

Register here: https://grantstation.com/webinar/build-your-capacity-effective-volunteer-program-0?SESSgsaffiliate=355705

Don't miss King Arts Complex's Juneteenth Commemoration next week. Details below...

"Join us on Wednesday, June 19th from 10 AM - 3 PM for activities to commemorate a special date in history.

Now a federal holiday, Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved Africans. Originating in Texas, it’s been observed on the 19th of June annually since 1865.

Activities include the following:
Community Yard Sale
Food, Information & Merchant Vendors
Juneteenth Poetry Slam @ 2 PM
Music and much more!

Sign up for the community yard sale, food and merchant vending today!

General Information
https://kingartscomplex.com/juneteenth/"

Thank you to our member, Kaleidoscope Youth Center for sharing ways you can celebrate Pride month with them!
🦄 March with us in the Columbus Pride Parade on Saturday, June 15th! If you’re a young person between 12 - 24, or a family with a young LGBTQIA+ person, you’re invited to join us as we march in celebration of our 30th Anniversary! ✨REGISTER BY JUNE 3RD✨ at tinyurl.com/KYCPrideMarch2024 and receive a free KYC t-shirt!!
🌈 Say “Hello!” to us during the Columbus Pride Festival. We’ll be tabling at the Festival on Friday, June 14 and Saturday, June 15!
🏳️‍🌈 Celebrate with us at PRIDE ON HIGH, the ultimate pride march viewing experience. Tickets to this event benefit 1 of 3 charities, including KYC! Learn more at prideonhigh.com!
🏳️‍⚧️ Celebrate Pride AT KYC! ALL AGES are invited to join us on Saturday, June 22 from 3-6pm for our ✨family friendly✨ pride celebration! We’ll have plenty of activities, shade, and live music! The first hour is sensory friendly!
🦄 Say “Hello!” to KYC at pride celebrations all across Central Ohio and beyond! For more info on where we’ll be visit KYCOHIO.ORG/PRIDE!
❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🤎🖤

Don't miss a great chance to see our client, Columbus Gay Men's Chorus, tonight at 6:30PM at the Main Library!

🌍✨ Happy World Environment Day! ✨🌍

Today, we honor our incredible members who tirelessly work to protect and preserve our environment. 💚

Special shoutout to:
🌍 The Ohio Environmental Council
🌾 Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association
🌼 Simply Living
🌳 Friends of Goodale Park
🌿 Four Seasons City Farms
🌱 Central Ohio Green Education Fund

Thank you for all that you do! 🌟

🚴‍♂️🌟 Happy World Bicycle Day! 🌟🚴‍♀️

Did you know two of our member nonprofits have biking at the core of their missions and work? Check out Yay Bikes! and Outdoor Pursuits! 🚴‍♂️🌳

Visit their pages to learn about the incredible work they're doing! 🌟

🌈 Happy Pride Month from Community Shares of Mid Ohio! 🌈

This month, we celebrate the resilience, diversity, and achievements of the LGBTQ+ community. We're proud to honor our member organizations that make a difference every day:

✨ Kaleidoscope Youth Center
🏳️‍🌈 Stonewall Columbus
💜 Equitas Health
⚖️ Equality Ohio

Join us in celebrating Pride and supporting the vital work these organizations do. Together, we create a more inclusive and loving world. Happy Pride, everyone! 🏳️‍🌈❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

Last Thursday we were invited to Patches of Light's 25th anniversary Gala. We had the opportunity to sit next to a family who had received service from POL. The mother said something that really stuck with us... " I was filling out the application and it felt unreal that someone was helping me in such a tangible way." How powerful. Congrats on 25 years Patches of Light. WatersEdge - Wedding & Event Venue

From Ohio Alliance for Arts Education...

GREAT NEWS! Read all about it!
New Learning Standards for Fine Arts have been officially adopted by the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce. Access the new standards here: https://education.ohio.gov/Topics/Learning-in-Ohio/Fine-Arts/Fine-Arts-Standards?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR23Zkc9UdyeTt3ev14VhSulQLLYU9zuti4zwymWVjppcHZUBN0o3WoRNWA_aem_AYI8vO95CT443KO3tQ2sLR3k8ZTP4Ya6GLg5VjVOnPQzrcWtuGmsXZeNQT6JVBXLiduN8EZUmhJgNlRUouUna6rr

From our member, COSI - Center of Science and Industry....

The 6th annual was the best one yet! 🤩🧪🎉 We loved getting to explore the extraordinary science in our every day with STEAM advocates & experts from throughout Ohio— and beyond! 🚀 What was your favorite part of this year's Big Science Celebration?

The King Arts Complex, along with Gala co-chairs Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (Honorary), Alycia Broz, Mindy & Mark Corna, Olivia Johnson, and Sheila & Gene Smith (Honorary) invite you to the 37th Anniversary Gala.
This year’s Gala will be held at the Columbus Museum of Art on Friday, on May 17, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. We will celebrate Demetries, who has successfully led the King Arts Complex for the past thirteen years and has positioned KAC for a bright future.
All proceeds from the evening will support The King Arts Complex in its mission to provide our community with artistic programming that challenges and inspires. We honor select community figures and provide guests with an unforgettable evening of entertainment. The 36th Anniversary Gala features performances from Starlit Ways, the Otis Jazzman Davenport Trio, and a special "Golden Era" concert from Deal Breakers to close out the Gala.

In the past year, the Columbus Historical Society hosted an exhibit called The Art of Edoardo Alfieri as Generously Donated by the Alfieri-Maisano Archive, Genoa: Celebrating the Special Connection Between Columbus and Genoa, Italy. This exhibit featured fifty-nine pieces by Edoardo Alfieri including nineteen original sculptures and reliefs, one of which is the original plaster maquette for the Christopher Columbus statue, and forty original drawings. This artwork represents a wide range of artistic styles and subject matter. The Art of Edoardo Alfieri was free to view for individuals and groups.

Throughout this month, Community Shares of Mid Ohio will be putting a spotlight on our valued members who are committed to cultivating education and the arts. Stay tuned as we delve deeper into the remarkable work of organizations like the King Arts Complex, COSI - Center of Science and Industry, Ohio Alliance for Arts Education, and the Columbus Historical Society. 🎨📚

🍎✨ Happy National Teachers Day! 📚 Today, we celebrate the incredible dedication and hard work of educators across the nation who inspire, empower, and shape the minds of tomorrow. 🎉 At Community Shares, we're honored to work alongside amazing school districts like South-Western City Schools, Hilliard City Schools, and Upper Arlington Schools. 🏫 Your commitment to excellence and support of our workplace giving program make a world of difference in our community. Thank you for all that you do! 💙

🐾 Exciting news! 🌟 Ohio Animal Foundation is now accepting grant applications until June 1st, 2024! 🎉 Grants typically range $300-$500. Apply now at ohioanimalfoundation.org/grants! 🐶🐱

Discover how the Humane Society of Delaware County swiftly answered a call for help, saving the lives of 40 dogs on April 7th! Dive into the latest updates on this remarkable rescue by clicking the link below:

April 17, 2024 News Update - Humane Society of Delaware County Statement from HSDC April 17, 2024 At a hearing held this morning in Delaware County Municipal Court, Judge Marianne Hemmeter awarded the Delaware County Dog Warden custody of the 40 […]

Stop the Suffering Animal Rescue of Ohio focuses much of its efforts in rural southern Ohio, where shelters often lack resources like vaccines and basic preventives. Through their Sponsorship Program, they ensure that dogs in these shelters receive care when they're sick, injured, pregnant, or with babies. For example, Snow, a young great Pyrenees, unexpectedly gave birth in a rural shelter. A concerned individual reached out to us, and we arranged an emergency transport to our veterinarian in Franklin County. Fortunately, Snow and her two babies received the care they needed, highlighting the importance of our work in supporting rural shelters.

Happy Earth Day from Community Shares of Mid Ohio! Today, we're thrilled to celebrate our members who are dedicated to preservation and environmental protection. Among them are Simply Living, The Ohio Environmental Council, Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association, Four Seasons City Farm, and Central Ohio Green Education Fund. We honor their commitment to safeguarding our planet and promoting sustainable practices. Together, we strive for a healthier, greener future for all. 🌍🌱

Help our friends at Columbus Humane...

SPECIAL REQUEST: Large plush toys and treats for dogs in the shelter! We are low on two of our friends' favorite things and need your help. We accept new and gently used toys, as well as, new and opened bags of dog treats. You can drop off items anytime we are open 7 days-per-week or ship items directly to us at the address below.
Please send all dog toys and treats to our Hilliard shelter location:
3015 Scioto Darby Executive Ct, Hilliard, OH 43206
Thank you friends. The dogs appreciate you!