Real Stories

The dedicated individuals at our member organizations work tirelessly to improve our community. Below are a few examples of the positive results these efforts produced. These are the stories of some local people whose lives have been changed through contact with our member organizations. We rotate these stories regularly, so please visit this page again soon.

		Pamela, an individual struggling with addiction issues, became a Drop Inn Center client, and, with the help of her advocate, was able to make a fresh start. Pamela began computer classes at the Cincinnati Art and Technology Center and received support in developing life skills such as housekeeping, personal hygiene, money management, and interviewing techniques. After only two months Pamela was able to move into transitional housing. (Drop Inn Center)

	One of ECO's primary goals is to hold polluters and the government accountable for their actions regarding environmental issues. This frequently takes staff and volunteers into the field to discuss concerns with community members. During one such excursion in Camp Washington, it was brought to ECO's attention that a nearby factory was pouring particulates onto residents' property, forcing one local family to keep their children indoors. ECO took this issue to City Hall resulting in the City of Cincinnati issuing a citation to the factory. (ECO: Environmental Community Organization )

		At age 18, Antwon Denson found himself serving time at the Queensgate Correctional Facility. While at the facility, he participated in Cincinnati Human Relations Commission's Reentry Program, which, upon release, assisted him with finding housing and advocating for his acceptance in the Job Corps. Now, Antwon is studying culinary arts and hopes to open his own restaurant. He states, "Cincinnati Human Relations Commission is where to go to get help in turning your life around." (Cincinnati Human Relations Commission)