Established in 1933, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Ohio is a nonprofit agency that provides a range of mentoring and camping programs for children and youths. It serves more than 4,500 individuals in Franklin, Delaware and Union counties in Ohio. The agency offers community- and school-based mentoring programs. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Ohio provides Project Mentor, a plan to boost the high school graduation rate in Columbus City Schools in Ohio. Its mentors include corporate volunteers and college and high school students, as well as individuals from the community and faith-based organizations. The agency operates Chase Leadership Academy. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Ohio also owns and operates a residential camp, Camp Oty'Okwa, which offers several summer camping sessions. It is a member of the United Way of Central Ohio, United Way of Delaware County, and American Camping Association.
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Welcome to the Hilltop YMCA, a resource for health and wellness since 1948. Our building opened in 1960, offering a fitness floor, an indoor pool, and now preschool and teen programming. We believe community is more than just a neighborhood or a gathering of people. Strong communities are a goal to work towards – and a tool for sparking transformational and social change. Our purpose is to guide you on your path to holistic healthy living and provide opportunities of empowerment for all. Let us help you reach your full potential.
Welcome to the Eldon & Elsie Ward Family YMCA! As the successor to the Spring Street YMCA, one of the first Y locations in the country to serve the Black community, our branch proudly carries forward a legacy of over 100 years as a cornerstone of this community. We hold the belief that a community is more than a mere geographic area or a gathering of people. Strong communities are a goal to work towards – and we're dedicated to shaping a future that fosters transformational and social change. Our mission is to guide individuals on their journey toward holistic well-being while offering empowerment opportunities for all. Let us join you in realizing your fullest potential.
