For Ohioans stories

Putting our shared knowledge to work in communities around the state

  1. Moms, families receiving resources from Moms2B

    Since the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak hit Ohio, Moms2B has worked with LifeCare Alliance to deliver food to moms in the program, as well as the same spirit of support that has been a hallmark of the program since its inception.

  2. Imran's passion for giving pays off for the kids

    Spending four years with a student-run philanthropy effort that raises money and awareness in support of children fighting cancers provided Imran Nuri with professional development skills and mentors.

  3. The most adorable job on campus is also rewarding

    Meet two student organizations that put puppies to the test every day on our campuses. These guide dogs get valuable training as they prepare to help people in their community.

  4. Finding the resources to effect change

    Aaron Westbrook’s Form5 Prosthetics recycles plastic into 3D-printed prosthetics for those missing limbs. In the three-plus years of its existence, Form5 has worked with seven people to make eight devices — helping recipients go bowling or play an instrument, for example.

  5. A new way to keep homebound seniors and their pets healthy

    We all care deeply about our pets, but what if you're unable to make it to the vet? That's where the Pet Owner and Pet Care Program comes in. A joint effort launched in 2019 by Ohio State’s colleges of Nursing, Veterinary Medicine and Social Work, the program brings students and supervising faculty members to homebound adults who can’t afford or physically access care for their pets.

  6. A mission to help forgotten kids find their footing

    Christian McGhee discusses his vision to fight youth homelessness by creating a transitional home for juveniles leaving correctional facilities. He aims to create a model that can be replicated throughout the nation.