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West High School

Community Resource Guide "In every community, there is work to be done. In every nation, there are wounds to heal. In every heart, there is the power to do it. – Marianne Williamson

This guide provides a comprehensive list of organizations, companies, and individuals who are willing and able to support West High School in various capacities.

West High School

The Columbus Foundation The Columbus Foundation offers support in accessing workforce development. This involves initiatives or programs that provide career guidance, job training, and skills development opportunities, all aimed at enhancing the career readiness and employment prospects of students at West High School.

Contact: Heather Tsavaris Email: htsavaris@columbusfoundation.org Phone: 202-997-5594

Nationwide Children’s Hospital Nationwide Children's Hospital and its related divisions offer support in areas such as behavioral health, general healthcare, and food access initiatives. These services are essential for promoting the health and well-being of students at West High School.

Contact: Abbey Darr Email: abbey.darr@nationwidechildrens.org Phone: 614-357-9875 Contact: Lindsay Schwartz Email: lindsay.schwartz@nationwidechildrens.org Phone: 614-578-9148 Contact: Bridget Cook Email: Bridget.Cook@nationwidechildrerns.org Contact: Janelle Dethloff Email: janelle.dethloff@nationwidechildrens.org Phone: 614-546-7109 01

Charity Newsies Amy Morgan and Subha Lembach from Charity Newsies offer support in the form of clothing donations. This involves providing clothing resources to those in need, which could include organizing clothing drives and distribution events to benefit students and families associated with West High School.

Contact: Amy Morgan Email: amorgan@charitynewsies.com Phone: 614-262-4033 Contact: Subha Lembach Email: slembach@charitynewsies.com Phone: 614-743-0104 City of Columbus Dept. of Neighborhoods Nick Plouck at the City of Columbus Department of Neighborhoods is involved in community outreach and betterment initiatives. This includes a range of programs aimed at improving neighborhood conditions, fostering community engagement, and offering resources and support for projects that benefit areas like West High School.

Contact: Nick Plouck Email: neplouck@columbus.gov Phone: 614-567-7165 SWACO Joe Lombardi at SWACO is involved in initiatives related to community sustainability and clean-up. This could involve organizing community clean-up events, promoting recycling and waste reduction efforts, and educating the public, including students at West High School, about environmental sustainability practices.

Website: SWACO Contact: Joe Lombardi Phone: 614-801-6437

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Dwell Community Church Bret McCallum from Dwell Community Church is involved in community outreach, particularly focusing on connections with the Somali community through Ms. Fulton.

This includes cultural integration, support programs, and community engagement activities.

Contact: Bret McCallum Email: bretnmccallum@gmail.com Phone: 614-432-1874 Fit Go Boxing LLC Fit Go Boxing LLC offers support in areas related to fitness, including internships for students, tangible donations, and volunteering opportunities. This support involves physical fitness programs, wellness education, other health-related initiatives for students.

Contact: Greg Jeffrey Email: fitgollc.ohio@gmail.com Phone: 614-594-3317 Contact: Tauan Jeffrey Email: fitgollc.ohio@gmail.com Phone: 614-594-3317

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Huckleberry House Huckleberry House offer support in the form of housing and crisis support, including short-term case management and shelter services for runaway youth.

These services are crucial for providing stability and support to vulnerable students and families associated with West High School.

Contact: Mackie Mantenieks Email: mmantenieks@huck-house.org Phone: 614-927-0767 PAST Foundation Mary Schneider and Jessa Goldner at the PAST Foundation offer support mainly in the form of internships for students and STEM programs. Their involvement includes providing hands-on learning experiences, professional development, and STEM education advisory, which can be vital for the educational and career development of West High School students.

Contact: Mary Schneider Email: mschneider@pastfoundation.org Phone: 605-770-7419 Contact: Jessa Goldner Email: jgoldner@pastfoundation.org Phone: 614-340-1208 Franklinton Rising Ben Trost and Markell Wyche at Franklinton Rising offer support in the form of internships, mentoring, volunteering opportunities, and various programs. These initiatives are likely focused on providing practical learning experiences, guidance, and community engagement for the students of West High School.

Contact: Ben Trost Email: btrost@franklintonrising.org Phone: 540-820-3304 Contact: Markell Wyche Email: mwyche@franklintonrising.org Phone: 614-653-5536

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Central Ohio Youth for Christ Central Ohio Youth for Christ, through its various representatives, provides mentoring, volunteering opportunities, and a range of programs. These initiatives are focused on youth development, providing guidance, support, and engaging activities that foster personal and spiritual growth.

Contact: Molly McDonald Email: Mollymcdonald895@gmail.com Phone: 615-404-8813 Contact: Stefanie Wicks Email: swicks@coyfc.org Phone: 614-787-7424 Contact: Peniel Cromwell Email: pcromwell@coyfc.org Phone: 614-589-2329 Contact: Steve Knotts Email: sknotts@coyfc.org Phone: 614-205-2625

Equip Skills Center Monika Hahn at Equip Skills Center offers support in automotive mechanics. This could involve providing training, workshops, or other educational opportunities related to automotive skills and maintenance, which could be highly beneficial for students interested in this field or looking for practical, hands-on learning experiences.

Contact: Monika Hahn Email: mhahn@coyfc.org Phone: 614-219-9608

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Young Life Young Life, represented by Grace Block, provides ministry and support to teens. This initiative includes mentorship, emotional support, and resources tailored to the needs of young mothers.

Contact: Grace Block Email: grace.younglives@gmail.com Phone: 614-329-3994 Contact: Ricky Hall Email: hallricky1515@gmail.com Phone: 614-377-1757 Lead The Way Learning Academy Anthony Murphy, Christian Owens, and Fred Lee from Lead The Way Learning Academy offer various forms of support including internships, mentoring, tutoring, and educational programs. These initiatives are focused on providing students with learning opportunities, personal development, and educational support.

Contact: Anthony Murphy Email: Anthony@leadthewaylearningacademy.org Phone: 614-634-163 Contact: Christian Owens Email: christian@leadthewaylearningacademy.org Phone: 380-257-8896 Contact: Fred Lee Email: frederick@leadthewaylearningacademy.org Phone: 614-601-3822

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My Project USA Felix Mijangos, Jenna Herron, and Katana Mullen from My Project USA offer support in several areas including internships, tutoring, mentoring, after-school programming, STEM support, and career development initiatives.

These activities likely aim at enhancing the educational experience, providing personal growth opportunities, and supporting the career aspirations of students at West High School.

Contact: Felix Mijangos Email: outreach@myprojectusa.org Contact: Jenna Herron Email: educationmanager@myprojectusa.org Phone: 614-407-6701 Contact: Katana Mullen Email: youthdirector@myprojectusa.org Phone: 614-695-7726 Our Lady Of Guadalupe Center Clara Brown and Ramona Reyes at Our Lady Of Guadalupe Center offer support specifically tailored to the Latino/Hispanic community. This support likely involves cultural programs, language assistance, educational support, and other services aimed at addressing the needs and enhancing the experiences of Latino/Hispanic students at West High School.

Contact: Clara Brown Email: clarabrown@colscss.org Phone: 614-340-7061 Contact: Ramona Reyes Email: rreyes@colscss.org Phone: 614-340-7061

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UMCH Family Services Tanya Schroeder at UMCH Family Services offers support in the form of mental health services. This could involve counseling, therapy, mental health education, or other related services aimed at supporting the mental and emotional well-being of students at West High School.

Contact: Tanya Schroeder Website: UMCH Family Services Phone: 614-885-5020 City of Columbus APPS Devlen Byron at the City of Columbus APPS program offers support primarily in the form of mentoring and various programs. These initiatives are likely focused on youth development, providing guidance, and facilitating access to resources and opportunities that foster purpose, pride, and success among the students of West High School.

Contact: Devlen Byron Email: ddbyron@columbus.gov Phone: 614-312-0263 Faith Community Church Ben Douglass from Faith Community Church offers support in the form of mentoring and various programs. This likely includes community outreach, spiritual guidance, and educational or developmental programs that can benefit the students and community associated with West High School.

Contact: Ben Douglass Email: ben.douglass@gmail.com Phone: 614-940-9701

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Boys & Girls Club The Boys & Girls Club, through Georden Burton, offers mentoring, various programs, and volunteering opportunities.

These supports are focused on youth development, providing a safe and nurturing environment for learning and growth.

Contact: Georden Burton Email: geordenb10@gmail.com and gburton@bgccentralohio.org Phone: 614-425-6946 Baraka Volunteer Team The Baraka Volunteer Team, represented by Beverly Fox, provides mentoring and tutoring. This support could include academic assistance and personal guidance to help students succeed in their studies and personal development.

Contact: Beverly Fox Email: educationiscostly@gmail.com Phone: 740-825-1544 Neighborhood Athletics NEIGHBORHOOD ATHLETICS, through Abdullahi Kassim, offers mentoring, tutoring, volunteering opportunities, and various programs. This organization focuses on sports and physical activities as a means of engaging and developing youth, alongside educational support.

Contact: Abdullahi Kassim Email: AMKassim@neighborhoodathletics.org Phone: 614-377-4735 Crossroads UMC Sue Rowe at Crossroads United Methodist Church (UMC) is involved in providing mentoring, volunteering opportunities, and tutoring services. These supports likely involve community engagement activities, educational assistance, and personal development programs. These initiatives are important for providing guidance and support to students, fostering a nurturing and educational environment at West High School.

Contact: Sue Rowe Email: jeffsuerowe@yahoo.com Phone: 614-329-0480

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Fellowship of Christian Athletes Matt Dascenzo at the Fellowship of Christian Athletes offers support in the form of mentoring, volunteering opportunities, and various programs. These initiatives are focused on youth development, providing guidance, and engaging in activities that combine athletic interests with Christian values and principles.

This support plays a significant role in the personal and spiritual growth of students at West High School.

Contact: Matt Danzosce Email: mdascenzo@fca.org Phone: 614-519-6884 CRIS (Community Refugee and Immigration Services) Jeremy Hollon at CRIS is involved in projects related to murals, which includes community art projects that engage students and community members in cultural expression and awareness. CRIS focuses on services and support for refugees and immigrants, so their involvement in mural projects might also is a way to promote cultural diversity, storytelling, and community engagement.

Contact: Jeremy Hollon Email: jhollon@cris-ohio.org STEAM Youth Education STEAM Youth Education, with Job Clarkson and Jenna Herron, focuses on integrating arts (such as music and film) into STEM education. They also offer tutoring and after-school programming, aiming to enhance students' educational experiences with a strong emphasis on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) subjects. This approach supports creative and technical skill development in students at West High School.

Contacts: Job Clarkson and Jenna Herron Emails: infohoj.hoj@gmail.com, educationmanager@myprojectusa.org Phones: 213-298-5552, 614-407-6701

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Briggs Road Baptist Church Steve Wasem at Briggs Road Baptist Church is involved in outreach activities. This includes community engagement, possibly through church events, community service projects, and supportive programs that could benefit students and families associated with West High School.

Contact: Steve Wasem Email: swasem@columbus.rr.com Phone: 614-270-7620 Columbus Fire Department Roderrick Stewart from the Columbus Fire Department is involved in outreach efforts.

This includes community engagement, fire safety education, emergency preparedness training, and possibly collaborative programs with schools like West High School to educate and involve students in safety and emergency response initiatives.

Contact: Roderrick Stewart Email: rdstewart@columbus.gov Phone: 614-645-6387 Celebrate One Celebrate One, represented by Agata Kurtek and Mona Duffy, provides support in areas of parenting, infant care, and teen reproductive health. These efforts likely include educational programs, resources, and support services aimed at improving the health and well-being of teens, infants, and parents in the community, particularly focusing on critical early years and adolescent health education.

Contacts: Agata Kurtek and Mona Duffy Emails: aikurtek@columbus.gov, moduffy@columbus.gov Phones: 614-949-6082, 614-645-8821 Celebrate One- Teen Reproductive Health Celebrate One- Teen Reproductive Health, represented by Mona Duffy, provides programs related to healthcare and sex education. This support is essential for promoting healthy lifestyles, awareness, and education among teenagers, particularly in the context of reproductive health.

Contact: Mona Duffy Email: moduffy@columbus.gov Phone: 614-645-8821

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Ohio Center for Sex Education Ohio Center for Sex Education provide support in the form of peer education, mentorship, and community health education. These services are essential for promoting sexual health awareness, providing accurate information, and supporting healthy choices among the students at West High School.

Contacts: Jenna Fuller and Diego Espino Emails: Jeseka.fuller@ppoh.org, Diego.Espino@ppoh.org Phones: 614-886-8246, 614-886-8246 Neighborhood Design Center The Neighborhood Design Center, with Lisa Snyder as the contact, offers support in planning, management, architecture, and project design. This could involve community development projects, urban planning, and design initiatives that benefit West High School and its surrounding community.

Contact: Lisa Snyder Email: lisas@columbusndc.org Phone: 614-221-5001 USTOP USTOP, with Marty Sutton and Bob Lentz as contacts, offers a safety app for students. This app is designed to prevent bullying and ensure student safety, a crucial tool in maintaining a secure and supportive school environment.

Contacts: Marty Sutton and Bob Lentz Emails: martysutton@bcn-columbus.com, rlentz@columbus.rr.com Phones: 317-800-1990, 317-800-1990 Motherland Barber Shop Motherland Barber Shop, with Mohamed Amin as the contact, offers small business workshops and free barbering services. This can provide practical skills and entrepreneurial insights to students.

Contact: Mohamed Amin Email: aptyomatt@gmail.com Phone: 614-779-2403

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The Buckeye Ranch The Buckeye Ranch, through Amina Yerrow, focuses on outreach to the Somali/Bantu community, likely providing culturally sensitive support, services, and programs.

Contact: Amina Yerrow Email: ayerrow@buckeyeranch.org Phone: 740-564-5059 City Of Columbus/Re-Route City Of Columbus/Re-Route, represented by Fatuma Bulle and Siophan Thompson, provides interventions and support for at-risk adolescents, focusing on community-based solutions and support.

Contacts: Fatuma Bulle and Siophan Thompson Emails: FLBulle@columbus.gov, SEThompson@columbus.gov Phones: 614-809-8887, 614-816-0897 BONZY BONZY, with Douglas J. Godard as the contact, offers soccer programs as part of their sports initiatives, promoting physical fitness and teamwork among students.

Contact: Douglas J. Godard Email: doug.godard@bonzy.org Phone: 614-353-5428

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270 HOOPS 270 HOOPS, represented by Zach Fleer, provides sports support, likely including basketball training, coaching, and organizing sports events or leagues.

Contact: Zach Fleer Email: zachfleer@gmail.com The Ohio State University The Ohio State University, through Robert Baiocchi and Sophia Jeong, offers STEM internships, post-secondary support, teacher support, and STEM advisory services.

These initiatives likely involve providing educational opportunities, professional development, and pathways for students interested in STEM fields.

Contacts: Robert Baiocchi, MD, PhD, and Sophia Jeong Emails: robert.baiocchi@osumc.edu, jeong.387@osu.edu Phones: 614-915-2084 (both contacts) STEAM Youth Education STEAM Youth Education, with Job Clarkson and Jenna Herron, focuses on integrating arts (such as music and filmmaking) into STEM education. They also provide tutoring and after-school programming to support students’ overall educational experience.

Contacts: Job Clarkson and Jenna Herron Emails: jclarkson@LincolnTheatreColumbus.com, educationmanager@myprojectusa.org Phones: 614-719-6937, 614-407-6701 Keep Columbus Beautiful Keep Columbus Beautiful, led by Tia Ferguson, engages in environmental initiatives such as trash and litter cleanup. They might provide supplies and organize events to promote environmental awareness and community involvement among students.

Contact: Tia Ferguson Email: keepcolumbusbeautiful@columbus.gov Phone: 614-645-7248

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Columbus Police Department The Columbus Police Department, with Samuel James as the contact, provides support in diversity and inclusion initiatives and cadet mentorship programs. These efforts are likely focused on community engagement, fostering positive relationships, and mentorship opportunities.

Contact: Samuel James Email: sajames@columbuspolice.org Phones: 614-645-2084, 614-645-4605

Marburn Education Collaborative Thomas Savage from the Marburn Education Collaborative offers support in educational initiatives, likely focusing on collaborative efforts to enhance learning experiences and educational opportunities.

Contact: Thomas Savage Email: tsavage@marburnacademy.org Phone: 614-396-4869 Little Bottoms Free Store Little Bottoms Free Store, through Denise Kilgore, provides essential items like diapers, wipes, and clothes, likely focusing on supporting families and young children in need.

Contact: Denise Kilgore Email: littlebottomsfreestore@gmail.com Phone: 614-578-7147 15

Birthright Birthright, represented by Michelle Koren and Barb McMullen, offers support through pregnancy care centers, services for pregnant or parenting moms, and teen reproductive health services, focusing on providing care, guidance, and support for expecting and new parents.

Contacts: Michelle Koren and Barb McMullen Emails: mkoren111@gmail.com, columbusohmain@birthright.org Phones: 614-570-7087, 614-221-0844 Franklinton Development Association The Franklinton Development Association, represented by Brandy Barth and Ashley Montana, offers support in housing, education, and advocacy. This involves community development, educational programs, and efforts to support residents in the Franklinton area.

Contacts: Brandy Barth and Ashley Montana Emails: brandy@franklinton.org, Ashley@franklinton.org Phone (Brandy Barth): 614-636-3906 Columbus Public Health Columbus Public Health, with Janet Taylor and Roger Myers, provides support through maternal child health home visiting and various public health programs, including internships and mentoring opportunities.

Contacts: Janet Taylor and Roger Myers Emails: jltaylor@columbus.gov, rwmyers@columbus.gov Phones: 614-645-1852, 614-471-3763 Youth Rising Youth Rising, led by Mayra Betances, focuses on science and health-related topics, likely providing educational resources, workshops, and programs for youth.

Contact: Mayra Betances Email: mayra.betances@oppeace.org Phone: 201-888-0576 16

Solution Tree Solution Tree, with Eddie Velez as the contact, offers culture coaching and initiatives to bring people together, focusing on community building, cultural awareness, and fostering inclusivity.

Contact: Eddie Velez Email: mr_velez@comcast.net Phone: 510-589-2632 Jerry Spears Funeral Home Jerry Spears Funeral Home, represented by Bob Spears, provides mentorship, which could involve guidance and support for students, possibly including discussions on life skills and career opportunities.

Contact: Bob Spears Email: spears.bob@gmail.com Phone: 614-989-8906 Lower Lights Ministries Lower Lights Ministries, with Hunter Winey as the contact, offers mentorship grounded in Christian values. This could involve spiritual guidance, personal development, and community engagement activities.

Contact: Hunter Winey Email: hwiney@lowerlights.org Phone: 614-228-3855 Birthright of Columbus, Inc. Birthright of Columbus, Inc., through Barb McMullen, offers support services for pregnant or parenting moms and reproductive health services, focusing on care, guidance, and support for expecting and new parents.

Contact: Barb McMullen Email: columbusohmain@birthright.org Phone: 614-221-0844 Franklinton Development Association The Franklinton Development Association, with Ashley Montana, is involved in community development efforts in the Franklinton area. The exact nature of support for West High School is not specified, but it may involve community engagement, educational initiatives, or advocacy.

Contact: Ashley Montana Email: Ashley@franklinton.org Phone: Not provided

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City of Columbus Recreation and Parks The City of Columbus Recreation and Parks, with Victor Peoples as the contact, focuses on removing barriers for at-risk youth, likely involving providing access to recreational facilities, sports programs, and community engagement activities.

Contact: Victor Peoples Email: VKPeoples@columbus.gov Phone: 614-809-2544 City of Columbus Re-Route City of Columbus Re-Route, represented by Siophan Thompson, provides interventions and support for at-risk adolescents, focusing on community-based solutions and support for youths aged 13-21.

Contact: Siophan Thompson Email: SEThompson@columbus.gov Phone: 614-816-0897 Hault the Violence Hault the Violence is involved in providing trauma and community counselling, as well as mentorship, focusing on supporting individuals affected by violence and fostering a safe community environment.

Contact: Ben Yuhasz Ohio For Kids Ohio For Kids, with Katelyn Jackson as the contact, engages in community activism, particularly involving the parents of students. This likely includes advocacy, community mobilization, and efforts to improve the educational and social environments for children.

Contact: Katelyn Jackson Email: katelyn@ohorganizing.org Phone: 614-804-6139

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