WIN's 8-week summer camp for children ages 5 to 12 wrapped up on July 31, offering neighborhood kids a season full of enriching experiences that helped bridge the gap caused by summer learning loss. Through a blend of classroom learning, engaging presenters, and exciting field trips, campers explored new ideas, built routines, and had a
Community building takes time, creativity, and a lot of patience. For members of the Beekman Corridor Coalition (BCC), the work of creating meaningful connections—especially with political leaders—is how lasting change begins. On February 26, WIN staff and BCC Housing Team members Saundra Davis and Ia Johnson traveled to Columbus for Statehouse Day, hosted by the
On May 29, nearly 40 members of the Beekman Corridor Coalition gathered at WIN's South Cumminsville campus for an energizing and thought-provoking evening with Transforming Change, a social justice consulting firm led by Robin Wright-Pierce and Rev. Nelson Pierce Jr. The Coalition was developed by WIN to bridge neighborhood boundaries and help Beekman Corridor residents
A new permaculture garden is taking root in the Beekman Corridor, thanks to the leadership of plant-based chef and Millvale resident Theresa Thomas. Her church, Bethel No. 2 Apostolic Pentecostal in South Fairmount, dedicated its side lot to bring the project to life. Church members are committed to sustaining the garden, with support from community
Working In Neighborhoods (WIN) staffers Greg Robinson and Rigel Behrens recently attended the National Community Reinvestment Coalition’s (NCRC) 2025 Just Economy Conference in Washington, D.C.—a gathering of nearly 1,200 community development leaders from across the country. Greg Robinson, WIN’s NCRC Fellow, found the experience deeply enriching: “The conference was an incredible learning and networking experience.
On February 26, WIN staff along with two members of the Beekman Corridor Coalition traveled to Columbus to participate in the Ohio Community Development Corporation Association's Statehouse Day. South Cumminsville residents Saundra Davis and Ia Johnson shared their stories about why funding for home repairs is important to the five neighborhoods that make up the
Change is happening in the Beekman Corridor, and it's powered by the residents themselves. From transforming food access to tackling traffic safety and home repairs, neighbors are stepping up, taking action, and making a difference. At the January 24 Beekman Corridor Coalition meeting, residents shared major wins—and the momentum is only growing. Want to see
Greg Robinson II, a Fellow at Working In Neighborhoods (WIN), is leading a project to promote equitable development in the Beekman Street Corridor. Funded by the National Community Reinvestment Coalition, this initiative focuses on the redevelopment of vacant industrial and commercial properties and fostering entrepreneurship in the neighborhood. Robinson, a master’s student in Community Planning
On December 14, 2024, Working In Neighborhoods’ (WIN) community room was transformed into Santa’s Workshop, and 450 children and teens were treated to a joyful holiday tradition. The event included gift bags for toddlers, a toy giveaway for kids ages 5-12, and gift cards for teens. Children had the chance to take pictures with Santa,
This summer, Working In Neighborhoods (WIN) hosted a camp for 33 kids aged 5-12, all eager to explore new things. This year’s theme was “Building a Sustainable Community,” and over 8 weeks, the kids explored what sustainability means for the environment, economics, and society. The camp kicked off with a focus on environmental sustainability. The
