Cincinnati Public Schools has partnered with the nonprofit “Girls with GRIT” to offer girls early access opportunities to participate in camps this upcoming summer. Girls with GRIT was developed to help build confidence in girls through sports by teaching the foundational sports skills, building relationships with fellow campers and positive
The Hamilton County Youth Employment Program provides summer jobs and year-round job readiness training for Hamilton County residents ages 14-21. The program helps young people in Hamilton County find work, explore careers and remove barriers to create a clear path to more education or a career. To be eligible, young
National Nutrition Month is an annual campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. During the month of March, everyone is invited to learn about making informed food choices and developing healthful eating and physical activity habits. Eating isn’t just about satisfying hunger. Children who have access to nutritious food
The Cincinnati Recreation Commission will be providing a Spring Break camp for children ages 6 to 12 years old. The week of spring break will include 4 days of fun activities such as basketball, art, e-sports, swimming/water safety (Mt. Auburn Rec Pool), and free play. Please review these important details and steps to register
The Cincinnati Nature Center offers a 50% discount for families and individuals receiving food assistance. If you are currently enrolled in SNAP or WIC, you can join or renew with a 50% discount. Proof of participation is required with a valid EBT card and photo ID, provided in person at the Membership
Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden is offering discounted tickets and season passes to community members who participate in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. The Zoo Access for All program encourages families and individuals of all backgrounds to visit the zoo by showing their SNAP card and a photo ID to receive
Being a single dad: Jamel Kirk. This is a story you don’t hear often. It’s about a young man who unexpectedly finds himself a single father raising two little girls and doing a good job at it. The life jolt Jamel Kirk didn’t expect has become his greatest blessing. And
You can now search the Greater Cincinnati United Way database without leaving United Resource Connection by using the form located at https://cincinnati.unitedresourceconnection.org/uwgc-database. The Greater Cincinnati United Way database consists of nearly 1,500 agencies and organizations that provide approximately 3,000 programs to assist you in your time of need. The database provides
The 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans was released by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The guidelines are now available in .pdf format and provide chapters devoted to dietary recommendations for each of 5 population groups: Infants & Toddlers, Children & Adolescents, Adults, Women Who Are Pregnant or Lactating,
United Resource Connection has partnered with the United Way to help enhance communication and collaboration between area social service agencies. Each resource page on United Resource Connection prominently displays a link to United Way 2-1-1. United Way 2-1-1 provides free, confidential information and referrals, available 24/7. Dial 2-1-1 to
For students and teachers who don’t have Internet service, Spectrum is offering free Internet and Wifi access for 60 days. Teachers and parent/guardians can call (855) 243-8892 and ask for the sales department (expect a long wait). Tell them you would like to set up new service and get
For Homeowners and renters, if your child is Medicaid eligible and under 19 years of age — or you are pregnant and Medicaid eligible — you may qualify for FREE home testing and lead paint hazard removal. This program is statewide and available in every county in Ohio. The program
“Discovery Passes” are offered by the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County. These passes provide Library cardholders with free admission to arts, cultural, and recreational attractions throughout Hamilton county. Customers can check out passes to: The American Sign Museum