Major Upcoming Events
August 9th
We need "All Hands On Deck" as we head out to various nonprofit agencies around Cincinnati to help out those who give back to Cincinnati every day! The Drop-Inn Center, Freestore Foodbank, Tom Geiger House, Interfaith Hospitality Network, Crossroad Health Center, and 3CDC Redevelopment sites in OTR will all be part of this exciting event! Volunteers will be able to participate in a variety of jobs including painting, cleaning, and food sorting. Registration is now open!
September 3rd, 6th and 9th
Looking to get engaged with Give Back Cincinnati? We have leadership opportunities to match your interest and fit in your schedule. Whether it's getting involved in the planning of one of our programs (Paint the Town, Fall Feast, Lily Pad, Give Back Beyond, Give Bach High or Freedom Project), joining a board committee or maybe even being a part of the Give Back Board, we need your help! Join us for an info session to learn more about ways to help us continue our growth, and create new opportunities! Join one of the three info sessions: Sep. 3rd, Sep. 6th or Sep. 9th
Recent Events
July 26th
Over 100 volunteers showed up at this historic event! Over the course of 6 hours, our volunteers gave nearly the entire theatre a miniature facelift. Seats and aisles were vacuumed, floors were swept and mopped, door and window frames were painted, and brass handrails were polished for the first time in decades. Although it was shy of a complete renovation, by the end of the day portions of the theatre's faded glory were starting to shine again! This event has re-newed interest in getting the theatre re-opened. The mayor even stopped by and started a dialog with the board of directors about getting the theatre renovated. With a little luck, the theatre will return to operation before its 100th anniversary in 2011!
Check out the photos from the event here.
July 12th - 20th
Nearly 120 volunteers spent their summer vacation with Give Back Beyond Cincinnati (GBBC) from July 12th – 20th. In GBBC's third annual trip to New Orleans, three busloads packed up, drove down to the culturally rich city, and worked with Habitat for Humanity on the post-Katrina rebuilding effort. Houses were roofed, framed, painted, and caulked; fences were installed; sand grading and landscaping was finalized; debris was removed – if it needed to be done, the GBBC volunteers stepped up to the plate and worked hard all week long! The message they received was clear – there is still much rebuilding to be done in this city filled with amazing music, cuisine, and culture. We're not forgetting about you, New Orleanians, and we'll be back next year!
Check out the photos from the event here.
July 19th
This year's Give Back Challenge, which included a thought-provoking Trivia Bowl, was a huge success with over 130 volunteers in attendance! Thanks to all the volunteers who participated and to those that couldn’t make it but have helped us out so far this year. We truly appreciate your hard work and dedication to GBC! Whether it was because of the Trivia Bowl itself, amazing prizes, or delicious food and drink, everyone had great time! Thanks to all our sponsors and donors for making this event possible!
June 28th
The Hyde Park Blast had something for everyone, whether it was the 4 mile run, bike events, or just enjoying the food and drink at the block party. Proceeds from the Hyde Park Blast benefited Give Back Cincinnati, as well as Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Wellness Community, and CancerFree Kids. Thanks to everyone who came out and had a good time and for helping out with the block party!
June 14th
We broke records yet again and painted 47 houses in one day for year 7 of Paint the Town! With your help, we were able to transform neighborhoods in Covington and have a great time in the process. Thanks to all who were involved in all aspects of this amazing event - volunteers, house leads, area leads, sponsors, committee members. We couldn't have done it without your help!
June 2nd, June 3rd, June 5th
Young professionals joined together on three different days but with one common theme - to discuss a marketing plan of revitalizing patronage of downtown Cincinnati. The meetings were held at Churchill's Tea Room in Tower Place Mall and were a powerful opportunity for people's voices to be heard.