Human Services

A compassionate community knows how to take care of each other, ensuring that every individual, regardless of their circumstances, experiences a sense of belonging and support.

Ranked Top 4 of 25 Workplaces that Care by United Way of Greater Cincinnati

Building a Strong Community

Our partnership with the United Way of Greater Cincinnati spans several decades, and over the past five years we have raised more than $6.6 million. Our longstanding commitment has helped make a positive change in our communities and provide resources to those struggling to make ends meet.

 $1.2 million raised for United Way in 2023

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Embracing the Spirit of Giving

Each December, Western & Southern associates participate in The Salvation Army’s Adopt-A-Family and Adopt-A-Senior programs.

In 2023, associates adopted 55 families and 49 seniors – an all-time high.

We also collect gently used mobile devices for Cell Phones for Soldiers, an organization providing troops and veterans with free communication and emergency services. In 2023, we helped supply troops and veterans with 500 calling cards worth approximately 30,000 minutes.

Park Apartments building

Making Housing Affordable

Building a strong community where all people can thrive is a collective effort. In 2023, we teamed up with Urban Sites on a $6.7 million rehabilitation project in Cincinnati’s Walnut Hills neighborhood. The 35-unit property, known as The Park Apartments, was built in 1904 by Charles Mayer and is on the National Register of Historic Places.

Our Support Focus Areas

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