IMPACT Community Action

This past Saturday, July 20th, three IMPACT staff members from the Climate Justice Initiatives Department attended the inaugural Linden Community Day Festival. Our CJI department had the opportunity to educate residents on how extreme weather impacts their financial security and personal health, as well as how they can live more sustainably!

This past week, IMPACT Community Action CEO Bo Chilton was in Boston for an incredible experience at the Harvard Kennedy School of Executive Education! He participated in Fifth Third Bank’s Empowering Community Leaders program, designed to help build capacity and strategic leadership among nonprofits.

ECL provides nonprofit leaders with lessons in leadership development, technical skills and specialized certifications that enable access to resources and knowledge necessary to achieve great community outcomes. Bo left feeling inspired and ready to make an even greater impact!

Our IMPACT litter league is ‘hitting a home run’ for our environment by reducing litter and promoting a cleaner, healthier community! Over the past two cleanups, our team collected 24 bags of trash!

IMPACT youth services took rising senior Anna to Dress for Success! With the help of a personal stylist she chose six outfits, complete with shoes, bags, and jewelry. Anna is now well-prepared for interviews and school visits, feeling grateful for her new items!

With summer temperatures on the rise, don’t forget to take advantage of Impact’s summer crisis programs!

Today we got to celebrate our Momentum Class #6! It was an amazing day to honor those who, for the past 3 weeks, have been actively transforming their lives and career trajectories! Congratulations to our grads!

Last Friday, Leadership Linden Academy held their inaugural graduation ceremony, where our very own Tia Ferguson graduated! The Leadership Linden Academy is a neighborhood enrichment program that centers on the values of engagement, stewardship and collaboration.

Please join us in congratulating Tia in the comments!

Last week was a busy one for IMPACT! Let’s recap some of our events!

On 6/22, IMPACT Community Action hosted a block party at American Addition. The event aimed to inform the community about IMPACT’s initiatives, including making homes more energy-efficient and promoting sustainable lifestyles.

On 6/25, we held our BOSS UP Shark Tank presentations. Six students pitched their business plans, and three winners received startup funds: 1st place received $1,000, 2nd place $750, and 3rd place $500.

On 6/26, Empowerment Services organized the Summer Sizzle Hiring Fair, featuring over 15 employer partners for attendees to connect with.

On 6/27, at our BOSS UP Graduation Celebration, 11 students graduated! Each graduate received an E*trade account and up to $150 in savings matches.

On 6/28, IMPACT hosted its annual Beat the Heat event! Beat the Heat was a success, with over 15 onsite community partners and more than 175 families joining us.

On 6/29, IMPACT Youth Services participated in the Fairmoor Resource Fair, offering valuable resources to the community.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Beat The Heat 2024! We had a fantastic day coming together to provide resources and strengthen our community. We want to give a special thank you to our sponsors: Aetna, Franklin County Office on Aging, and Sustainable Columbus for their support.

IMPACT is excited to be part of this year’s Little League! During yesterday’s first summer cleanup, our team collected ten bags of trash from around the building!

Today’s the day!!! Join us until 3pm for our annual BEAT THE HEAT event at IMPACT Community Action: 711 Southwood Ave, Columbus.

Get ready!

We have partnered with The Breathing Association to provide a mobile medical unit at IMPACT Comminity Action! You can utilize this service on June 25th from 8:30 am to noon!

With summer temperatures on the rise, don’t forget to take advantage of IMPACT’s summer crisis programs starting July 1st!

Please join us in welcoming Stephanie Robinson as our new Director of Empowerment Services at IMPACT Community Action!

All are welcome to attend!

The year 2024 marks 60 years of Community Action!

We celebrate an ongoing impact of fostering hope and empowering millions. Together, we’ve built stronger communities and a stronger nation!

Join us in giving a warm welcome to Lauren Marvin, our newest addition to the IMPACT Community Action team!

IMPACTS Summer Sizzle Hiring Fair has something for everyone!

Summer Sizzle Hiring Fair. The heat is on to your next opportunity! All are welcome to attend. Come résumé, ready and dressed to impress! Great employers have something for everyone.

Join us on June 26th for our Summer Sizzle Hiring Fair!

The hiring fair will be held at IMPACT Community Action, in our cafeteria from 1 pm to 4 pm. IMPACT partners with companies that are hiring NOW, so come prepared for on-the-spot interviews! Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to connect with others and get the job that you deserve.

IMPACT is seeking nominations for exceptional young individuals (12-25) who are making a significant impact in climate justice and green sustainability. Do you know a young person who is passionately advocating for the environment, leading green initiatives, or driving change in their community? Nominate them now and help us recognize their outstanding contributions to a greener, more sustainable future!

To submit your nomination, please provide the nominee’s name, contact information, and a brief description of their work and achievements in climate justice and sustainability by June 26th. We will celebrate the young leaders who are making a difference today for a better tomorrow at our annual Ripple of Hope Awards on October 24th!

Becoming EMPOWERED! Right now at IMPACT!

One more hour of POWER! IMPACT’s Re-Entry Resource Fair until 2 pm. You still have time …

Reentry resource Fair TODAY until 2 PM!

The Re-Entry Resource Fair is making an IMPACT! TODAY until 2 pm!

Knowledge is power, make sure you don’t miss this!