Millstone Fund is proud to support @namiswoh with a grant to help expand access to mental health education, advocacy, and support services across the region.
For more than 45 years, NAMI Southwest Ohio has worked to reduce stigma surrounding mental health while connecting individuals and families to support, education, and community resources. Through peer-led programs, support groups, educational courses, and outreach efforts, their work helps ensure more people have access to compassionate mental health support and information.
Their work continues to help individuals and families feel supported, connected, and empowered as they navigate mental health challenges and access needed resources.
@bloc_ministries works to support underserved individuals and families through community outreach, education, wellness programs, and supportive services that help meet both immediate and long-term needs. Their programs help families feel supported, welcomed, and connected within the community.
Their Immigrant Welcome Center is helping expand access to inclusive mental health support for immigrant families and community members. Through bilingual services, trauma-informed care, and supportive programming, people are able to access resources that promote healing, connection, and overall well-being. Millstone Fund is grateful to partner with organizations working to expand access to mental health support across the region.
💚 Today is National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day! 💚
Every child deserves access to support, care, and the opportunity to thrive. Positive mental health plays an important role in helping children learn, grow, build relationships, and navigate challenges throughout life.
Millstone Fund is proud to support organizations across Greater Cincinnati working to strengthen children’s mental health and provide resources for youth and families.
Thank you to our partners for the important work you do each day to support children, youth, and families throughout our community.
✨ The Spring 2026 Millstone Fund Newsletter is here!
As we move through 2026, we remain inspired by the extraordinary work of our partners across Greater Cincinnati and their continued commitment to meeting evolving community needs. This edition highlights organizations strengthening communities through health, education, and the arts while expanding access to care, supporting students and families, and creating meaningful impact across our region.
Inside, you’ll find updates, partner stories, and examples of the work helping build a stronger, healthier, and more connected community.
Copy and paste this link into your browser to view our Spring 2026 Newsletter:
https://conta.cc/4sQBYIa
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. 💚
A reminder that mental health matters for individuals, families, and our entire community. As demand for mental health services continues to grow, this work is more important than ever.
Millstone Fund supports organizations expanding access to care and meeting people where they are with compassion and expertise. This work helps reduce stigma and ensures more people can get the support they need.
We’re proud to support those making a difference every day.
Explore some of our 2026 partners working to expand access to mental health care:
/wpdatatable-id13/
Found House Interfaith Housing Network’s (FHIHN) Homelessness Prevention program is helping families stay housed and build long-term stability across our community. Through prevention services, case management, and direct support, families are able to remain safely in their homes and avoid the disruption of homelessness. With a focus on keeping families together and providing holistic support, this work addresses immediate needs while also helping families build lasting stability. This creates a stronger, more connected community where families can thrive.
Millstone Fund is proud to support this important work!
@lasoupecincinnati is turning food waste into opportunity.
Through the Rescue, Transform, Share program, surplus ingredients are turned into nutritious meals for individuals and families across our community. This work not only reduces food waste, but also strengthens access to healthy food and builds a more connected food system.
Millstone Fund is proud to support La Soupe and the impact they are making across Greater Cincinnati.
Millstone Fund is proud to support @cincylegalaid and their Health Law Partnerships, including Child HeLP, the Health Equity Network (HEN), and M-HeLP. These partnerships connect legal support with healthcare professionals to address issues that impact family health and stability.
Through this work, attorneys collaborate with medical providers to help families resolve challenges related to housing, income security, education, and family stability.
During the grant period alone, the program served 845 adults, supported 1,844 children, and trained 345 healthcare professionals, helping families access safer, healthier environments.
Millstone Fund provided a grant to @healthymomsandbabes513 to expand maternal health outreach and education for women and families in our community. Through home visits, mobile van services, and health education, their team helps ensure mothers and babies have access to the care, resources, and support they need for healthy beginnings.
To see where the Healthy Moms and Babes Mobile Van will be this month, view their March Calendar here:
/van-calendar-amp-events
💚 Today is World Teen Mental Wellness Day.
Teen mental health matters in our schools, in our homes, and throughout our community.
Millstone Fund is proud to support organizations working every day to strengthen mental wellness, expand access to care, and create safe spaces for young people to thrive.
Just a few of our partners advancing this work include:
• @mindpeacecincinnati
• @1n5.org.stopthestigma
• @bestpointlift
• @gladhousecinci
• @santamariacincy
• @lighthouseyfs
• @talberthouse
• @beechacresparentingcenter
• @mhankyswoh_
Each of these organizations play a unique role in supporting young people, from prevention and early intervention to treatment, family support, and long-term stability.
When we invest in teen mental wellness, we invest in stronger futures for our entire community.
To see a list of some of our other partners leading this work, visit:
/wpdatatable-id12/
Join the second @hopefulempoweredyouth (HEY!) Regional Convening & Showcase on Monday, April 27. This will be a time to celebrate progress, spark meaningful conversation, and be part of the collective movement supporting youth across our region. RSVP here: /e/2026-hey-regional-convening-showcase-tickets-1983888521974?aff=oddtdtcreator
Seven Hills Neighborhood Houses is creating safe, supportive spaces in Cincinnati’s historic West End where young people can grow, lead, and thrive.
The S.T.E.P.S. program offers young people a welcoming environment to learn, connect, and discover their potential. Through mentorship, enrichment opportunities, and strong community partnerships, youth are building confidence, strengthening academic skills, and forming meaningful relationships that extend beyond the classroom.
Family engagement, volunteer support, and collaboration with local partners create a network of encouragement around every student, reinforcing that they are seen, supported, and capable of success. Together, this support system is helping young people build confidence today and brighter futures tomorrow.
