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Just One Week Until FC Cincinnati’s Dominique Badji Ignites Inspiration at Santa Maria's SOLD OUT Annual Fundraiser - Passport to Success!
CINCINNATI, OH – Santa Maria Community Services, Inc. is gearing up to host its all-new annual fundraiser, Passport to Success exactly one week from today on Thursday, October 5, from 6-9 p.m. at The Miami Township Event Center, located at 3780 Shady Lane, North Bend, OH 45052. Tickets are completely sold out! Passport to Success is a celebration of cultural diversity, inclusion, and the collective spirit of achievement. Attendees will have the opportunity to embark on a memorable journey of exploration
Empowering Price Hill: Santa Maria’s PreventionFIRST! Fall Fest Shines a Light on Substance Abuse Prevention
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 19, 2023 CONTACT: Christy Cauley Santa Maria Community Services, Inc.Christy.Cauley@SantaMaria-Cincy.org(513) 557-7297 CINCINNATI, OH – Santa Maria Community Services, Inc. is pleased to present PreventionFIRST! Fall Fest. This fun family event will be held on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at its East Price Hill office, 3301
Santa Maria Community Services Announced as Better Business Bureau® Torch Awards for Ethics Finalist
Cincinnati, September 11, 2023 — Santa Maria Community Services, Inc., a nonprofit human services agency, located in Price Hill, announced today that it has been named a 2023 Torch Awards for Ethics finalist by Better Business Bureau Cincinnati. The BBB® Torch Awards for Ethics is Greater Cincinnati’s premier ethics-centered awards program for businesses and nonprofits. For more than two decades, the iconic program has distinguished hundreds of local businesses and nonprofits of all sizes, from all
Santa Maria Recognized as 2023 Transformation Award Honoree by The Center for Respite Care
Santa Maria Community Services has been recognized as a 2023 Transformation Award honoree by The Center for Respite Care, acknowledging the organization's dedicated commitment to positively impacting the lives of individuals and families in Greater Cincinnati. Santa Maria's mission revolves around empowering Greater Price Hill families to achieve educational, financial, and health goals. The Center for Respite Care will host a virtual awards ceremony on September 14, 2023, at 7 p.m.
Fall into Inspiration, Friend: Read how Sherry's Tenacity Translates to Transformative Triumphs!
As we step into fall, we want to share an inspiring story that reflects the heart of our mission at Santa Maria Community Services. Sherry's journey with our Every Child Succeeds (ECS) program is a testament to the power of determination and the impact of support. Her story is a reminder that together, we can change lives for the better. Speaking of reminders, don’t forget about our upcoming all-new fundraiser, "Passport to Success," where you can play a crucial role in helping families like Sherry's
FC Cincinnati’s Dominique Badji to Inspire at Santa Maria's All-New Annual Fundraiser Passport to Success
Santa Maria Community Services is excited to announce our upcoming annual fundraiser, "Passport to Success," scheduled for Thursday, October 5, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at The Miami Township Event Center in North Bend, OH. This event, which replaces our previous fundraiser, is designed to celebrate the rich tapestry of cultural diversity and collective achievements within our community. We are honored to have Dominique Badji, Forward for FC Cincinnati, as our special guest speaker, who will share his
SC Ministry Foundation Bolsters Community Initiatives with Five Grants to Santa Maria Community Services
Santa Maria Community Services, Inc. is pleased to announce the receipt of a generous gift from the SC Ministry Foundation's Sr. Elise Fund Grant. This contribution will enable Santa Maria to further its mission of uplifting and empowering the community through various essential programs, including Parents on Point, Promoting Our Preschoolers, Hispanic Women’s Support Group, Supportive Services, and English as a Second Language classes. These initiatives align with the SC Ministry Foundation's values and
Santa Maria Community Services Expands Impact with $30,000 Grant from Greater Cincinnati Foundation for its Promoting Our Preschoolers Program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 20, 2023 CONTACT: Christy Cauley Santa Maria Community Services, Inc. Christy.Cauley@SantaMaria-Cincy.org (513) 557-7297 Santa Maria Community Services, Inc. has received a $30,000 grant from the Greater Cincinnati Foundation (GCF) for its Promoting Our Preschoolers (POP) program. POP is a comprehensive initiative that focuses on early child development and provides home-based services to families from low socioeconomic backgrounds with preschool-aged children. It
Santa Maria Community Services, Inc. Strengthens Board with Two New Appointments
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 22, 2023CONTACT: Christy Cauley Santa Maria Community Services, Inc.Christy.Cauley@SantaMaria-Cincy.org(513) 557-7297 CINCINNATI, OH – Santa Maria Community Services, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering families in achieving their educational, financial, and health goals, is thrilled to announce the addition of two outstanding individuals to its Board of Directors: India Cole and Gary
Santa Maria's Third Annual Summer Safety Fest Provides Resources that Offer Support and Education on Safety and Substance Abuse Prevention in Price Hill
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 7, 2023 CONTACT: Christy Cauley Santa Maria Community Services, Inc.Christy.Cauley@SantaMaria-Cincy.org(513) 557-7297 CINCINNATI, OH - Santa Maria Community Services, Inc. is excited to announce the upcoming third annual Summer Safety Fest. This highly anticipated family event will take place on Saturday, June 24, 2023, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the
Santa Maria Community Services Secures Grant from SC Ministry Foundation, Igniting Growth of Promoting Our Preschoolers Program
Santa Maria Community Services has received a one-year grant from the SC Ministry Foundation for its Promoting Our Preschoolers (POP) program. The grant, running from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, will support the program's mission of preparing families and young children for kindergarten and beyond. Through home visits and collaborative efforts, parents receive support, education, and referrals, while children benefit from developmental screenings, educational supplies, and learning opportunities. The SC
Santa Maria Community Services Enhances Early Literacy with $25,000 Grant from Scripps Howard Fund
Santa Maria Community Services, Inc. is thrilled to announce a $25,000 grant from the Scripps Howard Fund for its Promoting Our Preschoolers (POP) program. This grant will be instrumental in expanding and enhancing the program by integrating literacy and reading components during the summer. Partnering with the University of Cincinnati Speech and Pathology Department (UCSPD), the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County, COSTARS Best Point, and Supporting Partnerships to Assure Ready Kids (SPARK),
Santa Maria Community Services welcomes two new members to its Board of Directors
Santa Maria Community Services, a nonprofit organization supporting families' educational, financial, and health goals, welcomes two new members to its Board of Directors: Rebecca Restrepo and Rick Seaver. With diverse backgrounds and expertise, Restrepo and Seaver bring valuable experience to Santa Maria, enhancing its ability to achieve strategic goals and advance its mission. Restrepo is a Senior Purchasing Manager at Procter and Gamble and actively involved in local community events. Seaver is the
Santa Maria Community Services Hosts Free Health Fair on April 15, 2023, at the Price Hill Recreation Center
Christy Cauley Santa Maria Community Services, Inc.Christy.Cauley@SantaMaria-Cincy.org(513) 557-7297 CINCINNATI, OH – Santa Maria Community Services, Inc. is thrilled to announce its Spring Health Fair. The Free Health Fair will take place on Saturday, April 15, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Price Hill Recreation Center located at 959 Hawthorne Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45205. Bilingual volunteers will be on hand to provide
Santa Maria Block Party on April 6th Featuring the Fifth Third eBus!
For Immediate Release: Friday, March 31, 2023 Education, financial products, and financial services will all be offered in Spanish and English; organizers available for interview day of event. Santa Maria Community Services, Inc. will host a Block Party, featuring the Fifth Third Bank Financial Empowerment Mobile, commonly known as the eBus, at its East Price Hill location, 3208 Warsaw Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45205, on April 6, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Fifth Third Financial Empowerment Mobile is
Santa Maria Community Services to help Families Empower their Lives Financially by Hosting a Block Party that Includes Fifth Third Bank eBus
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 6, 2023 CONTACT: Christy Cauley Santa Maria Community Services, Inc.Christy.Cauley@SantaMaria-Cincy.org(513) 557-7297 Education, resources and financial services will be offered in Spanish and English. CINCINNATI, OH – Santa Maria Community Services, Inc. is proud to announce that it will be hosting a Block Party at its East Price Hill location,
New Board Members Bring a Wealth of Diverse Experience to the Board of Directors at Santa Maria Community Services, Inc.
https://www.santamaria-cincy.org/2023newboard/ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 10, 2023 CONTACT: Christy Cauley Santa Maria Community Services, Inc.Christy.Cauley@SantaMaria-Cincy.org(513) 557-7297 CINCINNATI, OH – As Santa Maria Community Services, Inc. enters its 126th year of helping families help themselves, it is pleased to announce the appointment of new board members,
Santa Maria Community Services Enhances Academic and Life Success for Youth With Support From The Sutphin Family Foundation’s $25,000 Grant
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 14, 2022 CONTACT: Christy Cauley Santa Maria Community Services, Inc.Christy.Cauley@SantaMaria-Cincy.org(513) 557-7297 CINCINNATI, OH – Santa Maria Community Services, Inc. announced it will enhance academic and life success for youth in its youth development program made possible in part by a $25,000 grant from The Sutphin Family
Santa Maria Community Services Provides Assistance for the Financial Stability of Families With Support From The John A. Schroth Family Charitable Trust $40,000 Grant
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 6, 2022 CONTACT: Christy Cauley Santa Maria Community Services, Inc.Christy.Cauley@SantaMaria-Cincy.org(513) 557-7297 CINCINNATI, OH – Santa Maria Community Services, Inc. announced it will provide financial stability assistance to families made possible by a $40,000 grant from the John A. Schroth Family Charitable Trust. Santa Maria
Santa Maria Community Services Teaches Skills for School Success to Youth With Support From The Charles H. Dater Foundation, Inc.’s $75,000 Grant
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 5, 2022 CONTACT: Christy Cauley Santa Maria Community Services, Inc.Christy.Cauley@SantaMaria-Cincy.org(513) 557-7297 CINCINNATI, OH – Santa Maria Community Services, Inc. announced it will provide assistance for youth in its youth development program made possible in part by a $75,000 grant from The Charles H. Dater Foundation, Inc. Santa
December 8 is “Santa Maria Community Services Day” in Cincinnati!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 1, 2022 CONTACT: Christy Cauley Santa Maria Community ServicesChristy.Cauley@SantaMaria-Cincy.org (513) 557-7297 City honors nonprofit celebrating 125 years of service in Cincinnati CINCINNATI, OH – Mayor Aftab Pureval has proclaimed December 8, 2022, as “Santa Maria Community Services Day” in Cincinnati, honoring the nonprofit human
Santa Maria Community Services, Inc. Voted 2022 Best Nonprofit of the Year for After School Programs and English as a Second Language in Greater Cincinnati
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 21, 2022 CONTACT: Christy Cauley Santa Maria Community ServicesChristy.Cauley@SantaMaria-Cincy.org (513) 557-7297 Santa Maria Community Services, Inc. Voted 2022 Best Nonprofit of the Year for After School Programs and English as a Second Language in Greater Cincinnati CINCINNATI, OH – Santa Maria Community Services, Inc. is pleased to announce
Santa Maria Community Services To Provide School Supplies, Clothing With Support From PNC Foundation $25,000 Grant
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 24, 2022 CONTACT: Christy Cauley Santa Maria Community Services, Inc.Christy.Cauley@SantaMaria-Cincy.org(513) 557-7297 CINCINNATI, OH – Santa Maria Community Services, Inc. announced it will provide much needed school supplies for preschoolers, including Amazon Fire tablets, made possible by a $25,000 grant from the PNC Foundation. In addition
Santa Maria Community Services, Inc. Presents its 125th Birthday Party Fundraiser
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 3, 2022 CONTACT: Christy Cauley Santa Maria Community Services, Inc.Christy.Cauley@SantaMaria-Cincy.org(513) 557-7297 CINCINNATI, OH – Santa Maria Community Services, Inc. is pleased to announce its 125th Birthday Party on Thursday, November 3, 2022 from 6:30 – 10:30 p.m. at the American Sign Museum, 1330 Monmouth Avenue, Cincinnati, OH
Cincinnatus to Honor Six Organizations for Promoting Diversity and Inclusion
Cincinnatus to Honor Six Organizations for Promoting Diversity and InclusionNonprofits and Businesses Will Be Recognized with the Prestigious Spencer Awards The Cincinnatus Association will present the Seventh Annual Donald and Marian Spencer Spirit of America Awards Dinner, honoring six Cincinnati area businesses and nonprofits for promoting diversity and inclusion. The awards dinner will be held on May 10, 2022, at 6PM at the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza, 35 W. Fifth Street, Cincinnati. WLWT News