Two nonprofits focused on education and family well-being in Northern Kentucky were recently awarded a combined $18,000 in grants.
Horizon Community Foundation’s “The 410 Giving Circle” has announced the recipients of its 2025 grants, awarding a total of $18,000 to Esperanza Latino Center of NKY and UpSpring.
Esperanza Latino Center of NKY will receive $13,000 to support its Acompañando con Esperanza initiative, which expands mental health and emotional-wellness services for the Hispanic/Latino community across Boone, Kenton and Campbell counties.
The funding will provide bilingual trauma-informed staff training, enhanced wellness navigation, and resources to strengthen culturally responsive care for more than 500 individuals.
UpSpring, a Cincinnati-based organization serving children experiencing homelessness, will receive $5,000 to support its “After School Program” in Northern Kentucky.
This program provides trauma-informed academic and social-emotional support for more than 100 students each year, helping them build resilience and confidence through personalized learning and enrichment activities.
“The 410 Giving Circle is a powerful example of collective philanthropy at work,” said President and CEO of Horizon Community Foundation Nancy Grayson. “By coming together to learn, discuss and vote on issues that matter most to our region, our members are directly shaping a stronger and more equitable Northern Kentucky.”
Founded in 2019, The 410 Giving Circle unites emerging and established philanthropic leaders to amplify their impact through collective giving.