Our Charitable History
2025
Columbus came together once again at the 2025 Forget Me Not LifeTown Legends Luncheon, where the community united in support of children with special needs across the city. With heartfelt thanks to our generous partners and special guest Jim Tressel—who helped celebrate this year’s LifeTown Legends—the impact of this unforgettable day continues to inspire. The compassion shown proves that what we do for others leaves a lasting legacy.
2025
On January 29, 2025, The Raines Group teamed up with Kitchen of Life to prepare and package warm, homemade quesadillas for students in Columbus City Schools. This hands-on volunteer event brought our team together in service, combining food, care, and community to make a meaningful impact. We’re proud to support local organizations creating real change—one meal at a time.
2024
On August 29, 2024, The Raines Group celebrated its 200th Home Sale Luncheon and continued its mission to give back to Central Ohio. As part of the Giveback Challenge, community members voted for their favorite nonprofits to receive a share of over $15,000. The Top 6 finalists are now competing for up to $5,000 each. We were able to turn a real estate milestone into real community impact.
2024
The Raines Group embraced another exciting opportunity for community connection by sponsoring the Solar Eclipse Watch Party at Bevelhymer Park on April 8, 2024. This memorable event brought neighbors together to witness a rare celestial moment, while highlighting The Raines Group’s ongoing commitment to supporting local experiences that bring joy, curiosity, and unity to the New Albany community.
2024
Columbus came together like never before at the 2024 Forget Me Not LifeTown Legends Luncheon, where 1,206 community members united to support the 4,411 children with special needs in our city. With heartfelt thanks to our generous partners and special guest Joe Montana—who honored LifeTown Legends Dave and Brenda Frecka and Bruce Daniels, and presented the inaugural ADAMH and LifeTown Student of the Year award to Dorothy Meadows—the impact of this day will resonate far beyond the event. The compassion shown proves that what we do for others leaves a lasting legacy.
2023
The 2023 Forget Me Not LifeTown Legends Luncheon was a powerful reminder of what’s possible when a community comes together for children with special needs. We are deeply grateful to Michael Phelps for joining us to honor LifeTown Legends Dave and Brenda Frecka and Bruce Daniels for their extraordinary commitment to Ohio’s youth, and for presenting our inaugural ADAMH and LifeTown Student of the Year Award to Dorothy Meadows. It was a day filled with inspiration, generosity, and the lasting impact of kindness—a celebration that will be remembered for years to come.
2023
In a remarkable display of community spirit, The Raines Group celebrated their 200th home sale in 2023 by once again donating the profits to five local organizations. Sunrise Sanctuary, Inc. received $5,000, the Callahan Murphy Hare Foundation was granted $4,000, the Magical Moments Foundation was honored with $3,000, Dreams on Horseback received $2,000, and the Challenged Athletes Foundation was given $1,000. These organizations exemplify the spirit of giving, and The Raines Group salutes their incredible work in our community.
2023
The Raines Group continued its tradition of community engagement in 2023 by actively participating in the Independence Day New Albany 5K. This event not only demonstrated their commitment to a healthy and active lifestyle but also reinforced their strong presence in the local community, solidifying their reputation as a real estate agency deeply rooted in the well-being and spirit of the neighborhoods they serve.
2022
In 2022, The Raines Group exemplified their strong sense of community involvement by actively volunteering at Lifetown. Their dedication to making a positive impact beyond the real estate industry further elevated their reputation, showcasing their commitment to both business success and meaningful social contributions. This collaborative effort not only benefited Lifetown but also highlighted The Raines Group's ethos of giving back and fostering positive change in their community.
2022
The Raines Group demonstrated their commitment to community support by proudly sponsoring the Lifetown Legends Luncheon in 2022. This strategic partnership not only showcased their local influence but also emphasized their dedication to philanthropy, solidifying their reputation as a socially responsible and successful business in the real estate sector.
2021
The Raines Group stayed busy this year by fundraising and donating to even more charities. Our team proudly supported Star House, the only drop-in service agency for youth ages 14 to 24 who are experiencing homelessness. In addition to hosting a supply drive, we had their outreach director speak to our team about the group's mission. During the second and third quarter of 2021, we partnered with Chapter 9 of Blue Star Mothers to collect travel-sized toiletry items throughout our CAP Apple Pie Event. And in September, we sponsored the Orthopedic Polo Cup to raise arthritis awareness.
2020
Even during COVID-19, The Raines Group banded together to support even more local initiatives. Our agents volunteered at Lifetown's stations so children could learn about life skills in a realistic environment. We also made donations to On Our Sleeves and ran a fundraiser for mental health awareness in our community. During the winter, The Raines Group offered support for the 8th annual HER USO Toy Drive.
2019
The Raines Group stayed busy in 2019 with four main contributions. We started the year off by supporting Lifetown, a community that allows children to master advanced life skills outside of the classroom. During the second quarter of 2019, we raised funds for Girls on the Run and celebrated our 200th home sale by donating to charities chosen by our clients. Finally, we held a diaper drive for the Diaper Bank of Columbus, where we presented the organization with over 4,000 diapers and spent the afternoon helping to separate, size, and pack for community members in need.
Our Favorite Charities and Organizations
Children's causes
- A Kid Again
- After School Allstars
- Books for Bedtime
- Columbus Academy
- Columbus Diaper Bank
- Columbus Jewish Day School
- Columbus School for Girls
- Gracehaven
- Make Kindness Contagious
- New Albany Middle & High Band
- New Albany PTO
Medical charities
- AngelWorks Foundation
- Children's Hospital
- Columbus Speech & Hearing Center
- Crawford Crew
- Form 5 Prosthetics
- Healthy New Albany
- Jimmie Heuga Foundation
- Make It Fit Foundation
- Mental Health America of Ohio
- Nationwide Children's Hospital
- NC4K
- Operation Smile
Local organizations
- Alvis
- Amethyst
- Community Kitchen
- Drug Safe Worthington
- Furniture Bank of Central Ohio
- Huckleberry House
- New Albany Chamber
- New Albany Classic
- New Albany Food Pantry
- New Albany Historical Society
- New Albany Library
- New Albany Performing Arts Center
- New Albany Symphony Orchestra
- New Albany Women's Network
- New Albany Wellbeing Initiative
- Wexner Center for the Arts
- Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio
National organizations
- American Heart Association
- Girls on the Run
- Habitat for Humanity
- Junior Achievement
- Junior League
- Race for a Cure
- The Red Cross
- Respire Haiti
- Ruling Our Experiences (ROX)
- Salvation Army
- Special Olympics
- TEDx
- United Way
- World Vision
Animal charities
- Columbus Dog Connection
- Licking County Humane Society
- Pilot Dogs
Other causes
- Circle of Friends
- Coalition Against Family Violence
- Jerseys of Hope
- Lettuce Work
- Lifetown
- Love Without Hurt
- Neighbor to Neighbor
- Ohio Sled Hockey
- The Overwatch Partnership
- Read to Succeed
- Project Redeem
Work with a Team That Gives Back
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