Goal: $7 Million
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A Home for Our Community
For over 100 years, SSCH has uplifted Columbus residents and their families, providing resources and opportunities when they are needed most. Here, individuals and families find the tools they need to build the fulfilling lives they desire.
Our organization has always grown and evolved to serve our neighbors’ most pressing needs. In order to continue providing the level of service our community deserves, we are launching a transformative $7 million campaign to make significant and necessary upgrades to our E. 17th Avenue building. With the completion of this campaign, we are confident that everyone we serve will have a comfortable and dignified experience. SSCH has always been a beacon of hope, and when this campaign is complete, that beacon will shine more brightly than ever.
Your generosity will make Greater Columbus Community House a true community home.
Our Services
Children
Our Christ Child Early Learning Center prepares the littlest learners for kindergarten and boosts early literacy skills.
Youth
Our youth programs close achievement gaps, develop STEM skills through our Summer STEM Camp and After-School program.
Families
We strengthen families by offering material support, financial assistance, and education for caregivers.
Seniors
Social activities, case management, transportation, and other services help seniors connect with their community and live independently.
Teens
Our A.M.P. program, Ready 2 Earn, and Pathways to Progress Programs support youth ages 14-18 with work readiness and high-school graduation.
Food Security
Our Mid-Ohio Market at Greater Columbus Community House provides fresh, healthy food to over 1,200 households a week.
Neighborhood Support
Our Neighborhood Services program provides rent and utility assistance and other crisis support.
Our Impact
Children aged 6 weeks to five years were enrolled at our Christ Child Early Learning Center.
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Youth were provided with academic services, daily meals, and developmental activities, and employment training.
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Visitors attended Mid-Ohio Market.
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Seniors were provided with meals, transportation, social connection, and support services.
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The Need
SSCH is the sole owner and operator of our 63,000-square-foot building at 1500 East 17th Avenue. While we have made minor repairs as needed, we have prioritized fundraising for new and expanded programing to help our neighbors. But small expenses add up over time. Since 2019, we have spent over $200,000 in incremental repairs to our aging building.
Recent assessments have identified elements of our building that need immediate work:
- Critical security deficiencies leave our neighbors and staff vulnerable.
- Our flat roof is in poor condition, and multiple leaks throughout the building are damaging the ceiling, walls, and floors.
- All 24 of our original rooftop HVAC units and air handlers are starting to fail, and some are not operating at all.
Our neighbors deserve a comfortable, functional, safe, and pleasant environment where they can find the resources they need. It’s time to renovate Greater Columbus Community House.
Our Goal
Building Renovations $5 Million
The upgrades will improve service delivery and efficiency, earn revenue through space rental, & promote staff collaboration and productivity.
- Upgraded security features that balance openness and safety.
- New exterior signage so our neighbors can find us when they need us.
- A bright and bold lobby that makes our neighbors feel welcome.
Modern staff offices that offer function and comfort for our incredible team. - A flexible event space that will provide earned income from rentals.
- Refreshed community classrooms for learning essential life and career skills.
- A colorful play space for youngsters in our Christ Child Early Learning Center.
HVAC System Upgrades $1 Million
Overhauling our HVAC system will lower our energy bills and make SSCH a more comfortable environment for our neighbors and staff year-round.
- New, energy-efficient roof-top HVAC units and air handlers to replace our original equipment.
Roof Replacement $1 Million
A brand-new roof will prevent leaks and decrease maintenance costs, allowing SSCH to reallocate funds to new and expanded community programming.