WIN Celebrates Community at Annual Hall of Fame

2025-11-12T11:41:05-05:00November 5th, 2025|

Working In Neighborhoods (WIN) welcomed nearly 200 guests to the Hyatt Regency on October 30 for its Annual Hall of Fame, celebrating individuals and organizations making a lasting impact in the community. Title Sponsor for this year's event was Union Savings Bank/Guardian Savings Bank. Board Chair Joy Gazaway opened the evening, highlighting the power of

WIN to Honor Bobby Maly at 2025 Hall of Fame

2025-10-08T12:17:17-04:00October 8th, 2025|

On October 30, 2025, Working In Neighborhoods (WIN) will honor Bobby Maly, CEO of The Model Group, at its annual Hall of Fame celebration. Maly’s career exemplifies the values WIN champions—strengthening communities, creating opportunities for families, and keeping affordable housing at the heart of thriving neighborhoods. Since becoming CEO in 2020, Maly has overseen more

John R. Jurgensen Company Named 2025 WIN Hall of Fame Honoree

2025-12-10T14:44:44-05:00September 3rd, 2025|

Working In Neighborhoods (WIN) is proud to recognize the John R. Jurgensen Company as a 2025 Hall of Fame Honoree at The Homes That Hope Built: Building Futures celebration on Thursday, October 30, at the Hyatt Regency Cincinnati. John R. Jurgensen Co. has a history of investing in South Cumminsville. In 2014, the company donated the materials

Celebrating 60 Years of Service

2025-09-03T15:07:06-04:00September 3rd, 2025|

On Sunday, August 17, Sister Barbara Busch, SC celebrated her Diamond Jubilee, honoring 60 years of service as a Sister of Charity. Sister Barbara's call to serve began when she joined the Dominican Sisters in outreach efforts. That experience inspired a lifelong ministry rooted in faith and action. In 1965, she entered the Sisters of

WIN’s 45th Anniversary Celebration: A Night of Reflection and Renewed Commitment

2025-07-08T11:17:16-04:00December 5th, 2024|

On Wednesday, November 20, 2024, the downtown Hyatt Regency was filled with energy, gratitude, and purpose as friends and supporters gathered to celebrate Working In Neighborhoods (WIN) 45 years of dedicated service to building sustainable, thriving communities. The event highlighted WIN's enduring impact and honored the partnerships that have been instrumental in its success. A

Crane Partners With WIN to Fight Food Insecurity

2025-07-08T11:22:06-04:00August 6th, 2024|

Crane presented Working In Neighborhoods (WIN) Executive Director S. Barbara Busch with a $5,000 check on July 18, 2024 in support of WIN's monthly Drive-Thru Produce Pop-Up. The long-standing partnership between the two organizations began in 2006 when Steve Kirk, a WIN volunteer and Crane employee, made the introduction. Since then, the company has donated

Make a Will in Six Simple Steps

2024-12-09T15:24:34-05:00August 6th, 2024|

A will is a legal document that sets forth your wishes for the distribution of your property, guardianship of your minor children, and the executor of your estate. Without a will, decisions about your estate are left in the hands of judges or state officials. Secure your legacy today -- make a will in six

WIN Is Building Homes With Cutting Edge Green Technology

2024-08-13T15:41:22-04:00July 3rd, 2024|

Construction is underway on two homes in the first phase of Working In Neighborhoods (WIN) Near-Net-Zero Urban Village in S. Cumminsville. The initiative aims to bring advanced green technology to low-income working families who have traditionally been excluded from the sustainable energy market. "WIN's Near-Net-Zero Urban Village will help improve the housing stock, help residents

WIN’s Grassroots Approach Leads To Volunteer’s Long-Term Commitment

2024-05-29T12:14:48-04:00April 3rd, 2024|

“I just show up, that’s half the job,” said long-time Working In Neighborhoods board leader Ellen Frankenberg, Ph.D.  In reality, Frankenberg does far more than show up. A tireless connector, Frankenberg,  a retired family psychologist, has held numerous leadership roles in her more than 40-year volunteer career, serving as board chair, vice chair, and chairing

How to Minimize Taxes and Maximize Your Charitable Impact

2025-07-08T11:34:58-04:00September 15th, 2023|

If you are retired and make financial gifts to charity, experts say Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) can minimize taxes while supporting your favorite causes. As long as you have a traditional Individual Retirement Account (IRA) or 401(k), you have to take the required minimum distributions (RMD) once you reach age 72. Provided that you don’t

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