2018 Charity Winners

1st Place: Love Without Hurt

Created in response to the epidemic of teen dating abuse, the professionals of Love Without Hurt are dedicated to empowering teens with the skills and information they need to build healthy relationships in their lives. In addition, they offer education, support and services to parents, educators and professionals who work with teens.

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2nd Place: Huckleberry House

Huckleberry House works with Central Ohio’s youth and families who are dealing with issues like abuse, violence, neglect, poverty, and homelessness. No matter how hopeless the situation may seem, they offer proven programs and committed people who know how to help young people and families take control of their lives.

3rd Place: Nellie's Champions For Kids

Providing support for kids fighting cancer, NC4K is designed to help families in three specific ways: financial support, hospital support and events for play. They plan fun events for the families to look forward to, such as the Christmas Program, OSU Band Night at the Horseshoe, and a movie day.

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4th Place: Columbus Diaper Bank

The Columbus Diaper Bank is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that works to improve the lives of Central Ohio families by providing diapers to those in need and to increase community awareness of the need for diapers. To ultimately, close the diaper gap.

5th Place: After School All-Stars

After-School All-Stars Ohio provides comprehensive after-school programs in Columbus, Cleveland, and Toledo, and works to close an opportunity gap that exists between low-income youths and their upper income peers. ASAS serves children whose lives are mostly defined by severe deprivation of basic human needs.