WIN is proud to recognize Philip Denning, Executive Vice President of The Port of Greater Cincinnati Development Authority (The Port), as a 2026 Hall of Fame honoree. Denning has built a career focused on strengthening communities through thoughtful economic and real estate development. At The Port, he leads the Real Estate team, overseeing housing construction
Working In Neighborhoods is honored to be featured in Greater Cincinnati Foundation's 2025 Annual Impact Report, a recognition that celebrates the power of partnership and the impact of investing in neighborhoods. Greater Cincinnati Foundation's support is helping WIN create lasting change across the Mill Creek Valley. From advancing the Near-Net-Zero Urban Village to funding technology
Working In Neighborhoods (WIN) is proud to recognize Kristen Baker, Executive Director of LISC Greater Cincinnati and LISC Louisville, as a 2026 Hall of Fame honoree. Since joining LISC in 2011, Baker has been a driving force behind efforts to expand affordable housing, strengthen neighborhoods, and create economic opportunity throughout the Cincinnati region. She became
When Working In Neighborhoods hosts its annual Housing Opportunities Forever Hall of Fame on October 15, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Downtown Cincinnati, the spotlight will shine on three remarkable leaders whose careers reflect a common belief: strong neighborhoods begin with opportunity. This year's honorees—Steve Schaefer, founder of Schaefer; Kristen Baker, Executive Director of LISC
For the last several years, the Greater Cincinnati Foundation (GCF) has posed a transformative question to local nonprofits: How big of an impact can $10,000 make? The answers form "A Special Gift," a curated booklet connecting donors with essential community needs. Working In Neighborhoods (WIN) is thrilled to be a part of the 2025 A Special
A major national philanthropic investment is bringing new momentum to housing and community revitalization efforts along Cincinnati's Mill Creek Corridor—and Working In Neighborhoods (WIN) is proud to be a key partner in this work. Greater Cincinnati Foundation (GCF) has secured $5 million from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation to expand affordable housing, strengthen health outcomes,
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
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
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
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
