Community Stories

Read our full 2017-2018 Annual Report here. Over the past several years, we have talked a lot about poverty in Cincinnati, with new studies highlighting the deep disparities in our city. In Lower Price Hill, we were not surprised by the findings: poverty governs our daily lives. It ha

You’re invited to spend an evening with us in Lower Price Hill celebrating stories of home as told by our neighbors. Event includes complimentary valet, dinner, dessert, open bar, live entertainment, grand raffle, and silent & balloon auctions. Cocktail attire is recommended

We believe it is time for a new approach to building community. For too long, individuals in our community have been seen solely as people in need. With each new initiative or project, people are offered a service to meet their needs, but when the service goes away, families are left

While it’s still a little chilly outside in Cincinnati, at Community Matters, we are excited to know that Spring is just around the corner! Spring symbolizes so many positive moments for us, including plenty of sunshine and more opportunities to connect with our neighbors in Low

Ambassadors for Community and Education (ACE) Matters is a new group of young professionals dedicated to supporting both Community Matters and Education Matters. ACE strives to build into future leaders by offering networking opportunities, supporting career development, and offering

Community Matters was excited to welcome Tracy Gulleman to our team as the Program Coordinator for the Opportunity Hub! Tracy started back in the Fall (right in the middle of our busy event and holiday season) and jumped right in getting to know neighbors in Lower Price Hill. Tracy ha

On Saturday, November 18th, Community Matters and Education Matters hosted our annual winter gala, An Evening in Lower Price Hill, sponsored by Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati, Ross, Sinclaire & Associates, and Strauss Troy, Attorneys at Law. More than 200 guests joined us for th

Community Matters is partnering with the United Way to develop a pilot project called Community Grandparents. We are looking for mentors to share skills and donate time to low income parents in Lower Price Hill. Time commitment is flexible and up to you! We will match you with someone

Meet Steven. He’s one of two friendly faces on duty at the Washing Well helping to ensure that residents in Lower Price Hill (and beyond) have access to safe, affordable laundry. In addition to raising his 3 sons, he works as a security guard at Oyler School and is the Head Coac