July 9, 2026

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Diversifying Nonprofit Revenue Beyond Federal Grants

By Kelsey Lyon

A few years ago, we at the National Environmental Health Association found ourselves in what most nonprofits would call a dream scenario. We had just been awarded two of the largest federal grants in environmental health. These grants accelerated our work toward our mission to build, sustain, and empower an effective environmental health workforce. This was not incremental funding. It was transformational funding - the kind that unlocks an organization.

Overnight, the question changed from “Can we afford to do this?” to “What else could we do?” We moved quickly to expand programs, grow teams, piloted new ideas, and reach the environmental health workforce in ways we had never imagined. We felt unstoppable.

But in 2023, federal funding conversations shifted. The tone changed. The certainty we had been operating under started to erode, and we were forced to confront something we hadn’t fully acknowledged. We weren’t just supported by federal funding. We had become dependent on it. And the people we had always called “constituents” — we needed to start thinking of them as “customers.”

In a room full of passionate advocates, technical experts, and people deeply committed to our mission, we asked a question we could barely stomach: What happens if this goes away — not hypothetically, but operationally, in our current structure, with our current budgets?

The answer was clear....read more....

PEOPLE ON THE MOVE

YWCA Greater Cincinnati has named Carolyn Hefner as Chief Development Officer.

We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Ryan Ellis (L) and Cindy Ellis (R) ss Cincinnati Youth Choir's new Co-Artistic Directors, effective with the 2026–27 season.

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Who is making a difference in Greater Cincinnati? The Cincinnati Enquirer is looking for nominations for its 2026 Women of the Year, honoring women whose leadership, service and impact are helping strengthen our community. Nominations are open now.

Neighborhood Housing Services of Hamilton has been selected to receive a $700,000 Welcome Home Ohio grant for the rehabilitation or construction of seven homes in Fairfield Township and the City of Hamilton.

The Hyde Park Blast held on June 27th hosted thousands of bikers, runners and block party participants. The event benefitted The Cure Starts Now who will be using the proceeds to fund over $50,000 of innovative research for childhood brain cancer research. Special thanks to our sponsors: Medpace, Toyota dealers of GC and NK, Richards Industry, Bell Dental, Trilogy Fitness Systems, Hyde Park Pediatric Dentistry and Public Service Bicycle Works.

Cincinnati Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CABVI) is deeply grateful to The Wohlgemuth Herschede Foundation for a $10,000 grant to provide vision rehabilitation equipment for people who are blind or visually impaired with financial need.

Cutting Edge Flooring & Tile is inviting the community to a special dog adoption and donation event, “Partying with Animal Friends,” Friday, July 11, 9:00am - 12:00pm, 7708 Service Center Drive, West Chester, OH. 45069. The event, held in partnership with Animal Friends Humane Society of Butler County, will give local families the opportunity to meet adoptable dogs, support shelter animals in need, and enjoy a fun morning filled with activities for both people and pets.

LaRosa's is partnering with Hoxworth Blood Center to host a series of mobile blood drives throughout July and August at its pizzerias in Greater Cincinnati, to help save lives locally. Hoxworth is experiencing an extremely low inventory of O Negative and O Positive blood supply due to high hospital usage locally. Schedule your appointment here.

The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center would like to thank the John A. Schroth Family Charitable Trust for their generous gift of $25,000 towards our arts and cultural programming, helping us expand access to arts and culture in Greater Cincinnati.

LEAD Training has received $ 250,000 in grant funding from the Ohio Department of Development and the Governor's Office of Workforce Transformation's Industry Sector Partnership Grant Program (ISP) to expand its successful Medical Pathways Partnership with 23 high schools in 4 Ohio counties. LEAD is one of only fifteen Ohio organizations to receive ISP funding. LEAD has also been awarded $50,000 from PNC Charitable Trust for service expansion of its successful High School Workforce Initiative.

FUNDING AND RESOURCE OPPORTUNITIES

Solarize Nonprofits: The City of Cincinnati has partnered with Solar United Neighbors and RE-volv to help nonprofits, houses of worship, and schools go solar through a free cohort learning program. Interested organizations will be connected to vetted solar installers and bulk purchase pricing. Act now to secure the 30%+ federal tax rebates available for a limited time and stabilize your energy bill! Open to organizations across Southwestern Ohio.

OneSource Center created the Emerging Leader Award to recognize talented nonprofit professionals who demonstrate exceptional promise and a commitment to strengthening the nonprofit sector. The Award provides a full scholarship for the selected honoree to participate in the EXCEL Executive Leadership Program, including one year of executive coaching. Find more information and nomination form here.

Public Allies Cincinnati is currently hosting Partner Information sessions to learn more about their cost sharing model and how it provides the opportunity to build capacity for nonprofits while developing Cincinnati's emerging leaders in civic engagement. If you would like to learn more before deciding whether partnership may be a fit, we encourage you to attend one of our sessions. All sessions will be held in person at Alloy Development Co. (1776 Mentor Ave, Cincinnati). Upcoming Sessions: Monday, June 22, 3:00pm–4:00pm, Tuesday, July 21, 3:00pm-4:00pm, Tuesday, August 4, 9:30am-10:30am. RSVP here.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Gilman Partners, in partnership with Leadership Council for Nonprofits, invites you to Nonprofit Succession Planning Roundtable, Friday, August 28, 8:30am-10:00am, focused on one of the most critical responsibilities of nonprofit leadership; succession planning. Together, we’ll explore how organizations can prepare for leadership transitions in ways that ensure long-term sustainability and mission continuity. From planning timelines to board involvement, this conversation will offer practical insights, real examples, and perspectives from fellow leaders who have recently navigated transitions. Contact mplessinger@gilmanpartners.com to RSVP.

The ADVANCE Program is designed for new supervisors and emerging leaders in nonprofits who want to boost their confidence, develop leadership and communication skills, and lead with impact. Through expert-led sessions, hands-on learning, and peer collaboration, participants will leave empowered and ready to take charge. The ADVANCE Program includes six 3-hour sessions led by the Nonprofit Leadership Institute (powered by OneSource). Sessions are in-person and begin September 2. Learn more here.

Register to become a vendor at the 3rd Annual Greater Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky Nonprofit Career Fair. Thursday August 20; 11am-1pm. Excellent opportunity to recruit talent, educate job seekers and prospective volunteers about careers in the nonprofit sector. FREE lunch provided for vendors. Free parking. Registration and attendance are FREE. Deadline to reserve your spot is July 31. Register here.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Volunteer with Give Like A Mother and help restore confidence and dignity to children in our community. We offer a wide array of volunteer opportunities, from sorting donated clothing to delivering confidence-boosting clothing kits. Click here to learn more and get involved.

Thinking about becoming a mentor but not sure where to start? We Mentor Cincy is making it easy with its Regional Mentoring Showcase on Saturday, July 18, noon to 3:00pm at Findlay Market. Thirteen local mentoring organizations will be on hand to answer questions, share volunteer opportunities and help prospective mentors find the program that best fits their interests, schedule and skills. Advance interviews available.

Why your direct mail envelope strategy matters more than you think

You’re happily collecting the day’s mail. In your stack of mail, you see a letter that doesn’t quite look like the others.

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