As economic uncertainty grips America, charities such as Be Concerned become increasingly vital to local communities. Be Concerned is a Northern Kentucky-based food pantry. Their charity has helped thousands of residents get access to food. In February, the Covington Rotary Club partnered with Be Concerned to set up collection bins in popular local businesses year […]
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DCCH Center for Children and Families to hold auction for survivors of child abuse
DCCH Center for Children and Families is holding a virtual Swing into Spring virtual auction to raise money for survivors of child abuse. The event is the organizations largest philanthropic effort, and plays a large part in the funding for its residential treatment program. The Fort Mitchell nonprofit serves children and families in crisis, and […]
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Tom DiBello on impending retirement: Covington ‘was a place that nurtured me’
A pivotal figure — or perhaps THE pivotal figure — in Covington neighborhood development is leaving a legacy of valiant service in his community. Tom DiBello’s 27-year career as executive of the Center for Great Neighborhoods is coming to an end later this year. He has dedicated 46 years of his life to working with […]
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Want to win a flight of rare Pappy?
If you know your Bourbon (and, in these parts, let’s hope you do) then you know how hard it is to get your hands on a bottle of Pappy Van Winkle. One local nonprofit is raffling a flight of rare Pappy valued at $20,000. Redwood, which helps children and adults with disabilities achieve independence, is […]
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They’ve supported kids in Ukraine for decades. Now this Florence nonprofit is needed more than ever
It was the day Russia invaded Ukraine. Pavel Smolyakov and Ludmila Strokatyuk appeared on the Zoom call. Also on the screen was a conference room of people from Florence-based Master Provisions. Smolyakov and Strokatyuk are the directors for My Home for Orphans in Kherson, Ukraine. Master Provisions team members were checking in on the kids, for […]
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Redwood opens new children’s library to provide enriching educational experiences
Redwood, a nonprofit that serves children and adults with severe and multiple disabilities, opened a new children’s library on their campus last week. The new space was made possible by a $20,000 grant from the Millstone Fund, which aided in the cost of renovations including a new ceiling, lights, paint and carpets; as well as […]
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Nonprofit For Goodness Cakes opens Covington chapter
For Goodness Cakes is looking to start their Covington “Sprinkle Squad” with volunteer bakers from across Northern Kentucky to make and hand-deliver cakes to children in foster care and at-risk youth on their big days. For Goodness Cakes is a nonprofit organization that operates on volunteers who go through an online orientation and food safety […]
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Souper Bowl Food Drive exceeds donation goal
The Souper Bowl was a roaring success! Over 2,000 items were donated to FUEL NKU in the food drive that honored the Cincinnati Bengals run to the Super Bowl. Prysmian Group’s Souper Bowl Food Drive ran from Jan. 31 to Feb. 11, leading up to the Bengals Super Bowl LVI appearance. The drive had a […]
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Cards made Valentine’s Day a little sweeter for patients at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital
More than 25,000 valentines arrived at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center from 50 states and 30 countries through the annual Valentine’s Day e-card campaign. “It warms my heart,” said Liz Smith, manager of Annual Giving at Cincinnati Children’s. “Each card is by someone who took the time to think about our patients and families and […]
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Souper Bowl Food Drive to Honor Bengals, Collect Items for NKU FUEL
The Bengals’ historic Super Bowl appearance has given companies a unique opportunity for philanthropic endeavors. Italian company Prysmian Group (formerly General Cable), which operates in the energy and telecommunication systems industry, and which has its North American operations in Highland Heights, announced the Souper Bowl Food Drive. The Souper Bowl has a goal of collecting […]
