WESTERVILLE, Ohio – Neighborhood Bridges, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that supports direct local giving in partnership with school leaders, today announced the launch of its 63rd “Gateway for Kindness” in the Lockland Local School District, Hamilton County, Ohio.
The Lockland School District’s Student Wellness Department, which serves over 450 students, will work with Neighborhood Bridges to meet essential needs for under-resourced students and their families.
"We are excited to partner with Neighborhood Bridges. This collaboration strengthens the connection between our schools, families, and the community, allowing us to better meet the unique needs of our students. It is our hope that the generosity and compassion of our community will amplify our efforts, providing much-needed support to ensure that every student has the resources they need to succeed. We look forward to the positive impact this partnership will have on our students and their families and to see how Lockland residents come together to support our neighbors, friends, and fellow community members." Bob Longworth, Superintendent of the Lockland Local School District
Neighborhood Bridges enables professionals from schools, mental health agencies, churches and other service organizations to advocate for those in need. Advocates post needs — while keeping recipients anonymous — through a secure website. The organization then shares these needs with community members via daily email alerts and social media, encouraging direct support.
Common needs include food, clothing, coats, shoes, school supplies, fees, eye exams, household items and financial assistance for basic expenses.
“Within the communities we serve, our ‘Gateway for Kindness’ connects those in need with those who can help. We are excited to add the Lockland School District to our service area,” said Rick Bannister, CEO, neighborhood bridges. “In preparing for this launch, the efforts of local school and community leaders demonstrate that kindness has momentum. Our partnership will provide direct impact to students and families in need in the spirit of neighbors helping neighbors. Simply put, our goal is to make sure that every student in the Lockland Local School District has the basic resources they need to attend school every day. We celebrate the addition of Neighborhood Bridges, the Lockland School Local District to our Gateway for Kindness which now serves 35 communities in Ohio and 12 school communities in the Greater Cincinnati Area, including: Lakota, Lebanon, Sycamore, Finneytown, Harrison, Fairfield, New Miami, Monroe Local, Kings Local, Carlisle, and Glendale. Southwest Ohio is our largest corridor of kindness!"
Serving as the Area Directors will be Jenny Bole and Jen Schierloh.
Our neighborhood bridges Steering Committee includes:
Jenny Bole, Director of Student Wellness at Lockland School District
Jen Schierloh, District Health & Student Support Lead at Lockland School District
Bob Longworth, Superintendent at Lockland School District
Get Involved
Community members and businesses can follow and meet local needs by subscribing at https://neighborhoodbridges.org/community/lockland-oh and following the Lockland chapter on social media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/neighborhoodbridgesLockland
Instagram: @nbLockland
For more information about Neighborhood Bridges Lockland, or to learn about Kindness Council sponsorship opportunities, email lockland@neighborhoodbridges.org
A 501(c)(3) organization, Neighborhood Bridges’ mission is to bridge communities with schools in providing basic needs, removing barriers, and seeking equity for students so they can engage and succeed in school and life. The organization has driven direct support and care to more than 593,972+ students and families through over $12.5 million in giving since its founding in 2017.
Neighborhood Bridges is headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, and operates its “Gateway for Kindness” in 63 communities throughout Ohio, Alabama, Tennessee and Mississippi.
For more information, visit neighborhoodbridges.org.