Camp Hamwi

Since 1968, more than 6,000 kids have attended the Central Ohio Diabetes Association, Inc.’s summer residential camp for youth with diabetes ages 7–17. Children enjoy a traditional camp experience while participating in diabetes education and lifestyle management activities. 

Concert Series

Friends of Early Music Inc. presents professional artists who perform music of the Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque periods. The organization promotes the awareness and use of historical instruments in public performance to foster appreciation of early music. 

Women's Extended Care

One of the only programs with residential treatment for pregnant women and their children, women live in a supervised home-like setting while building skills to become self-sufficient and establishing a positive bond with their infant. Maryhaven, Inc. has assisted more than 2,100 women reclaim their lives from alcohol and drug addiction through this and other programs.

Daily Bread

Better Way Ministries operates a soup kitchen program to feed the homeless, unemployed, and working poor of the inner city. Last year, more than 27,000 hot meals were served, and the organization is working to expand their ministry by renovating current dining and kitchen facilities.

Wesley Family Services

The United Methodist Children's Home, Inc. provides mental health treatment for children and families through a community-based service. This program helps families with children who need intensive in-home treatment and support to stay together. Outpatient care is also available to families with children who have been discharged from out-of-home-placement or who are experiencing challenges.

Saturday Morning Art

Modeled after a college foundation program, classes enable youth in grades 1–12 to develop superior skills and gain a strong background in visual art. Columbus College of Art and Design faculty and arts professionals provide instruction as youth are guided through diverse artistic experiences designed to increase their exposure to a wide variety of techniques and media.

Outpatient Program for Eating Disorders Some think eating disorders are simply about food: merely starving oneself or eating too much. The fact is, eating disorders are serious illnesses and have the highest death rate of any psychiatric illness. The Center for Balanced Living offers a specialized clinical program for persons who have eating disorders.

Kidney Score Campaign

This awareness campaign informs healthcare providers, the general public, legislators, and community leaders about the importance of knowing your kidney function score. The mission of the National Kidney Foundation of Ohio, Inc. is to prevent kidney and urinary tract diseases, improve the health of individuals and families affected by these diseases, and increase the availability of organs for transplant.

Underground Railroad Learning Station

A documented stop on the Underground Railroad, the Kelton House Museum and Garden contains a dedicated area where adults and children learn about the stories of the Underground Railroad. The Junior League of Columbus, Inc. operates the museum to educate the public about the Victorian era and is committed to promoting volunteerism and developing the potential of women.

SAVE Students Network

This school-based program is designed to effectively prevent youth from becoming victims or perpetrators of crime and violence. The five strategies used by Strategies Against Violence Everywhere to bring about a positive impact on youth are prevention education, community service, positive peer interaction, leadership, and mentoring.