Community Stories
Reimagining local food systems with Brick Gardens
Brick Gardens brings healthy food to areas lacking fresh food options. Through programs in seven different neighborhoods, the organization employs local residents, with a focus on young people to cultivate vacant land, teaches agricultural skills, educates communities on healthy eating habits, and transforms food deserts into accessible fresh food hubs….
Samaritan Car Care Clinic – A Car Gets You Far
The Samaritan Car Care Clinic keeps families on the road through shared-cost car repairs. Hear how the clinic has transformed client Jamie Harrison’s life and helped her access a new career.
Learning Grove: Building Brighter Futures Through Partnership
GCF is on a mission to create a vibrant Greater Cincinnati where every person has a fair opportunity to thrive. Through trusted partnerships, we cultivate a spirit of generosity — one that embodies kindness, thoughtfulness and a deep desire to see our community reach its fullest potential. While we wear…
Improving Health Outcomes for Black Women and Babies through Queens Village
In 2023, GCF’s Racial Justice Fund continued to support the voices of Black women in our community with a $35,000 grant to Queens Village. Queens Village exists to uplift Black women and reduce poor health outcomes that disproportionately affect Black mothers and babies. Their programming is created by listening to…