February 20, 2025

The McCullough-Hyde Foundation has approved grants totaling $94,300 that address significant health needs of local communities to 12 community organizations throughout Butler and Preble counties in Ohio and Franklin and Union counties in Indiana.

The Community Granting Committee reviewed 29 applications and the McCullough-Hyde Foundation’s Board of Trustees awarded Community Grants to the following organizations:

Oxford Seniors ($25,000) for door-to-door transportation services for seniors and adults with disabilities in the greater Oxford area, ensuring access to medical appointments, grocery stores, and social activities that support independence and well-being.

Talawanda Middle School ($12,500) for mountain bike experiences through class and club activities, fostering physical fitness, teamwork, and outdoor education for Talawanda students while providing equipment, teaching bicycle maintenance, and establishing a National Interscholastic Cycling Association club.

YWCA Hamilton ($12,000) for the Dove House Domestic Violence Shelter, ensuring survivors of domestic violence in Butler County have access to emergency shelter, essential resources, and supportive services to help rebuild their lives.

Talawanda Athletic Boosters ($10,200) for critical field and facility upgrades at Darrtown Park, providing a safe, high-quality space for youth baseball and softball teams serving area athletes to develop athletic skills, teamwork, and community engagement.

Preble County Council on Aging ($7,800) for the Meals on Wheels program, delivering nutritious meals to older adults throughout Preble County to combat food insecurity and support aging in place.

Hideaway Trails for Hope Ranch ($6,000) for the Stable Moments program, an equine-assisted learning and mentorship initiative serving foster and adopted children in Preble County, helping them heal from trauma, develop emotional resilience, and build life skills.

Play in the Park ($5,000) for providing healthy meals to more than 160 children in Union County, ensuring that kids participating in summer recreation and educational programs have access to nutritious food that supports their physical and cognitive development.

Dream Chasers ($5,000) for The Mission, a sober living facility serving individuals throughout Butler County, providing those recovering from addiction and trauma with a stable, structured, and supportive environment to foster long-term recovery and personal growth.

Family Promise of Butler County ($5,000) for a homeless family shelter program that provides families in crisis across Butler County with safe housing, case management, and essential resources to help them regain stability and secure permanent housing.

Village of Camden ($4,000) for the Helping Hands Program, offering critical assistance to underserved residents in Camden by addressing community health needs and providing essential support services.

Gratis EMS ($1,500) for the purchase of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) to equip a first responder vehicle, ensuring life-saving interventions are available for emergency calls in Gratis and surrounding communities.

Thread Up Oxford ($300) for expanding the Karma Bucks program, which provides clothing vouchers to local service agencies, allowing individuals in need throughout the Oxford area to access quality clothing that supports their confidence, employment opportunities, and well-being.

The Community Granting Program is a grant-making initiative that invests in organizations addressing significant health needs of local communities. The McCullough-Hyde Foundation partners with and provides funding to local organizations that lead the way in building healthier communities. Since launching in 2023, the program has awarded nearly $600,000 to community organizations.

“Since the inception of the Community Granting Program, the McCullough-Hyde Foundation has proudly awarded over 75 Community Grants to organizations in our communities.” said Travis Robinson, Community Granting Committee Chair. “Our grant recipients build healthier communities and together demonstrate how impactful we can be when we work together.”

Community Grants support education, prevention programs, awareness efforts, wellness opportunities and direct care focused on mental health, alcohol and drugs abuse, access to healthcare, food insecurities, and healthy behaviors. Funding priorities align with the significant health needs identified in the Community Health Needs Assessment, published triennially by McCullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital/TriHealth. The Community Health Needs Assessment incorporates input from diverse sources, identifying the greatest health needs in Butler, Franklin, Preble, and Union counties, while providing location-specific health data.

“Local voices and local solutions matter,” said Tyler Wash, Executive Director. “At the McCullough-Hyde Foundation, we believe in the power of grassroots initiatives to drive meaningful change and make a measurable impact on overall community health.”

The Community Grant Application is available online at TriHealth.com/MHMHFoundation. Additional information, such as the Request for Proposals, granting guidelines, deadlines, and best practices, is also available on the Foundation’s website. The annual funding cycle deadlines are April 15, August 15, and December 15.