After a tough couple of years, it’s never been more apparent that nonprofits throughout the Miami Valley work tirelessly to do good in the region. In our second annual Greater Dayton Nonprofit of the Year Awards, we wanted to honor the many nonprofit organizations that make an impact in the region.
From support groups and housing assistance to art galleries and community support organizations, the Miami Valley is full of quality nonprofits. Thousands of people voted in this online competition for their favorites in 113 categories. The awards were sponsored by Brady Ware & Company.
We are excited to celebrate these winners with these brand-new awards. In the following pages, in addition to this year’s winners, you’ll also see responses from some of this year’s winners explaining the important work they do.
Arts & Culture
Arts Appreciation
Culture Works
937-222-2787
Arts Associations
Dayton Live
937-228-7591
Arts Centers
K12 Gallery & TEJAS
937-461-5149
Arts Galleries/Exhibits
The Contemporary Dayton
937-224-3822
“We promote artistic and intellectual freedom by fostering environments that value our diverse students, faculty and staff and provide all community members with a respectful and challenging space in which to address divergent opinions and ideas,” says Allison Messer, director of marketing. As a nonprofit, The Co relies on the support and generosity of the community through donations, sponsorships and grants.
Performing Arts
Dayton Contemporary Dance Company
937-228-3232
Basic Needs
Assisted Living Facilities
Twin Towers Place
937-258-6820
Automobile Donation Programs
Goodwill Auto Auction and Vehicle Donation Program
937-228-2886
Baby Clothes
Elizabeth’s New Life Center
937-226-7414
Clothing Donation Programs
Clothes That Work
937-222-3778
Community Meals
House of Bread
937-226-1520
Farmers Markets
2nd Street Market
937-228-2088,
Food Banks/Food Distribution Warehouse
The Foodbank, Inc
937-461-0265
Food Donation Programs
With God’s Grace Mobile Food Pantry
937-397-4124
With God’s Grace offers a mobile food resource center for neighborhoods in Montgomery, Greene and Pebble counties and a year-round free grocery store for people shopping for basic needs. “A philosophy of community empowerment means we aim to solve hunger issues in our community by developing programs to meet the needs of the community, including partnering with other organizations on issues of food security,” says Executive Director Nicole Adkins.
Food Pantries
The Foodbank, Inc
937-461-0265
Home Delivered Meals
Ahlers Meals
937-506-8487
Home Rehabilitation Programs
Rebuilding Dayton Together
937-223-4893
Homeless Permanent Supportive Housing
Miami Valley Housing Opportunities
937-263-4449
Homeless Shelters
St. Vincent De Paul Dayton
937-222-5555
Housing Goods Donation Programs
YWCA Dayton
937-461-5550
Soup Kitchens
Good Neighbor House
937-224-3003
Thrift Shops
Goodwill Easterseals Miami Valley
937-461-4800
Transitional Housing/Shelters
YWCA Dayton
937-461-5550
Veteran Benefits Assistance
Disabled American Veterans
Consumer Services
Childbirth Education
Elizabeth’s New Life Center
937-226-7414
Swimming Safety Education
Goldfish Swim School – Dayton
937-528-1420
Goldfish Swim School is a business that offers a free water safety course for local elementary schools, preschools and daycare centers. “It’s free and a 20-minute fun and active class where we teach kids how to make safe decisions around the water. All kids also receive a free coloring book that reminds them what they learned and educates parents on the importance of water safety,” says Amy Strozier, owner/general manager.
Criminal Justice & Legal Services
Family Counseling
Atrium Counseling Services
Foster Home Placement
Agape for Youth, Inc.
937-439-4406
Issue Advocacy
YWCA Dayton
937-461-5550
Education
Alcohol Use Disorder Education/Prevention
Montgomery County ADAMHS
937-443-0416
Arts and Crafts Instruction
Art Academy of Dayton
937-949-1525
Colleges/Universities
University of Dayton
937-229-1000
The University of Dayton is a Catholic, Marianist research university deeply committed to the common good.
Computer and Related Technology Classes
David H. Ponitz Career Technology Center
937-542-7180
Drug Use Disorder Education/Prevention
Montgomery County Drug-Free Coalition
937-496-3200
Early Literacy Development Programs
Preschool Promise
937-329-2700
Educational Grants
The Dayton Foundation
937-222-0410
The Dayton Foundation is the largest grant maker and leading community foundation in Greater Dayton. “Among these funds are nearly 200 scholarship awarding funds to further the educational dreams of students in Greater Dayton and beyond. These funds, combined with the Dayton-Montgomery County Scholarship Program housed within The Dayton Foundation, make the foundation the largest scholarship awarding organization in the region. In the last fiscal year, the foundation awarded more than $2.4 million to assist over 1,200 students further their education,” says Christine Smith, vice president of Marketing and Public Relations.
English As A Second Language
St. John’s United Church of Christ
937-224-1747
Family Literacy Programs
Project Read
937-949-8159
General Health Education Programs
Miami Valley Hospital
937-208-8000
Gifted Education
The Miami Valley School
937-434-4444
“Since the school’s founding in 1964, MVS has adhered to its mission: to challenge young people of promise to become self-sustaining learners and compassionate global citizens. MVS is nationally recognized for its signature pedagogy, the MVS Immersion Method, which affirms that peak learning is rooted in direct experience,” says Director of Marketing and Communications Tyler Benedict. .
Head Start
Saint Peter School
937-233-8710
Kindergartens
Saint Peter School
937-233-8710
Legal Information Services
Dayton Bar Association
937-222-7902
Libraries
Dayton Metro Library
937-463-2665
Life Skills Education
Sinclair Community College
800-315-3000
Lifelong Learning Programs
Miami Valley Works
937-461-4800
Nutrition Education
Learning Tree Farm
937-866-8650
Primary Schools
Our Lady of the Rosary School
937-222-7231
Secondary/High Schools
Chaminade Julienne Catholic High School
937-461-3740
“Based on the traditions of the Marianists and the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, CJ offers a rigorous academic program and the opportunity for students to discover and grow their talents in an environment of encouragement and support,” says Tina Wagoner, director of marketing and communications.
Special Education
Brunner Literacy Center
937-567-9600
Technical/Trade Schools
Sinclair Community College
800-315-3000
Tutoring Services
Brunner Literacy Center
937-567-9600
Environmental Quality
Animal Adoption
Humane Society of Greater Dayton
The Humane Society of Greater Dayton is a no-kill animal welfare agency that finds forever homes for homeless animals, protects all types of animals from harm and neglect, and controls overpopulation through spay and neuter initiatives. “The Humane Society of Greater Dayton receives no government funding and relies solely on donations from individuals, companies and grants to run all of our programs and services,” Marketing and PR Manager Jessica Garringer.
Animal Control
Humane Society of Greater Dayton
937-268-7387
Animal Shelters
SICSA Pet Adoption and Wellness Center
937-294-6505
“In 2021, we prevented 1,754 animals from coming into care through the provision of pet food and supplies, behavior training and support, veterinary care, and emergency boarding,” says Nora Vondrell, president and CEO. Community members can support SICSA by volunteering, donating, and adopting available cats and dogs.
Community Involvement Programs
Dayton Humane Veterinary Hospital
937-965-4399
Community/Nature Area Cleanup/Enhancement Projects
Five Rivers MetroParks
937-275-7275
Farmers Markets
Farmers Market at The Heights
937-237-5836
Fire Services
Dayton Fire Department
937-225-4357
Outdoor Environmental Education
Five Rivers MetroParks
937-275-7275
Recycling
Rumpke
800-828-8171
Regional Economic Development/Chambers of Commerce
Dayton Convention & Visitors Bureau
937-226-8211
Street Outreach Programs
Daybreak
937-461-1000
Tourism Development
Aviation Trail
937-225-7705
Workshops/Symposiums
Erma Bombeck Writers’ Workshop
Through the Erma Bombeck Writers’ Workshop, the University of Dayton and the Bombeck family honor one of America’s most celebrated storytellers and humorists. “The atmosphere is very supportive to both new and established writers looking for the kind of inspiration and encouragement Erma received from a University of Dayton English professor whose three words changed her life: ‘You can write!” says founder Teri Rizvi.
Health Care
Disease/Disability Information
United Rehabilitation Services of Greater Dayton
937-233-1230
Emergency Room Care
Dayton Children’s
937-641-3000
Family Counseling
Samaritan Behavioral Health
937-734-4310
General Dentistry
Miami County Dental Clinic
937-339-8656
The Miami County Dental Clinic serves patients as the only safety net dental clinic serving the oral health needs of the underserved and disadvantaged populations in Miami County and surrounding areas. “A main objective of the Miami County Dental Clinic is to be a dental home to members of our community who would otherwise not have access to or be able to afford dental care,” says Executive Director Stephanie Silk.
General Health Education Programs
Invest in Women
General Mental Health Information/Education
Samaritan Behavioral Health
937-734-4310
Hospital Based Outpatient Services
Miami Valley Hospital South
937-438-2400
Hospitals
Dayton Children’s
937-641-3000
Immunizations
Premier Health
Pediatrics
Pediatric Associates of Dayton, Inc.
Income Support & Employment
Career Counseling
United Rehabilitation Services of Greater Dayton
937-233-1230
Case/Care Management
Bellbrook-Sugarcreek Community Support Center
937-848-3810
Bellbrook-Sugarcreek Community Support Center’s mission is to “bridge the gap” for members of the community by offering support in individualized ways. “Our goals are to meet immediate needs by providing our clients with food, household items and emergency clothing, while working with them over the long term to help them build skills and utilize resources that will enable them to reach their goals,” says Executive Director Kesley Hurlburt.
Job Search/Placement
Montgomery County Board of Developmental Disabilities Services
937-890-0730
“We help ensure that people with developmental disabilities have the chance to live freely in the community by offering residential placement services, crisis intervention services to help those who have suffered abuse or neglect or who have experienced the loss of a loved one, recreation services that offer opportunities to participate in community activities, and self-advocacy programming to help them develop confidence, assert their independence and make their own decisions about their lives,” says Director of Communications Janice Rice.
Life Skills Education
YES! For Youth
937-275-1874
Outreach Programs
Goodwill Easterseals Miami Valley
937-461-4800
Goodwill Easterseals Miami Valley empowers people with disabilities and disadvantages to achieve independence and improve their quality of life, says the organization. It provides over 40 programs and services to individuals searching for a life-changing journey.
Individual & Family Life
Adult Day Health Programs
Vandalia Senior Citizens Center
937-898-1232
Adult Residential Care Homes
Twin Towers Place
937-258-6820
Aquatic Centers
Kroger Aquatic Center
937-669-3483
Arts and Crafts Instruction
K12 Gallery & TEJAS
937-461-5149
Athletic Clubs
Huber Heights Athletic Foundation
937-233-8618
Athletic Fields/Courts
Thomas A. Cloud Park
937-237-5836
Book Reading
Dayton Metro Library
937-463-2665
Day Camps
Boonshoft Museum of Discovery
937-275-7431
Early Literacy Development Programs
Project Read
937-949-8159
Exercises Classes/Groups
Huber Heights YMCA
937-236-9622
Field Trips/Excursions
Boonshoft Museum of Discovery
937-275-7431
Foster Parent/Family Recruitment
Agape for Youth, Inc.
937-439-4406
History Museums
Carillon Historical Park
937-293-2841
Job Information
Miami Valley Works
937-461-4800
Literacy Societies/Book Clubs
PechaKucha Dayton
Mental Health Related Support Groups
South Community
937-298-8300
Physical Fitness
Kettering Recreation Complex
937-296-2587
Team Sports/Leagues
Gem City Social Sports
937-789-0508
Therapeutic Camps
Therapeutic Riding Institute
937-317-4001
Youth Enrichment Programs
Boonshoft Museum of Discovery
937-275-7431
Organizational & Community Services
Clothing Donation Programs
Good Neighbor House
937-224-3003
Food Donation Programs
Kids in New Directions (KIND) Dayton
937-938-1991
Neighborhood Improvement Groups
Oregon Historic District Society
Senior Centers
Huber Heights Senior Center
937-237-7912
Street Outreach Programs
Girls Emerging into Maturity
937-838-1969
Tools/Equipment Donation Programs
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Dayton
937-586-0860
Toy/Game Donation Programs
For Love of Children
937-223-3562
Support Groups
Addictions/Substance Use Disorder
South Community
937-298-8300
South Community has nearly 50 years of experience as an innovative, creative and flexible leader offering a continuum of care in behavioral health and primary care for children, adults and families working in partnership with schools, health care, courts, law enforcement, clients and families
Alcohol Use Disorder
South Community
937-298-8300
Caregiver/Care Receiver
Home Care Assistance of Dayton
937-353-7997
Domestic Violence
Artemis Center
937-461-5091
Drug Use
Miami Valley Recovery
937-401-8672
Mental Health Related
Kettering Health
Pregnancy/Childbirth
Miami Valley Women’s Center
