Explanation
BACKGROUND: This legislation authorizes the Director of Development to enter into a capital improvement grant agreement with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Ohio, Inc., a non-profit organization, in an amount up to $225,000.00 to continue facility renovations and the build out of the new shared headquarters between Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Ohio, Inc. and the Godman Guild Association. This additional $225,000.00 will provide support for facility improvements, equipment, technology and infrastructure. This legislation will also require an advancement of funding on a predetermined schedule is also requested.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Ohio, Inc., a non-profit organization, is dedicated to empowering Central Ohio youth through education and workforce development. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Ohio, Inc. also works to foster a stable future for young people by matching them with a caring, adult mentor to support their education, social-emotional development, financial literacy, and career exploration opportunities that will drive long-term sustainability. The mission is integral to positive transformation creating opportunities that uplift youth and families.
Ordinance number 2565-2025, passed by Columbus City Council on September 29, 2025, authorized the Department of Development to enter into a capital improvement grant agreement in an amount up to $275,000.00 to renovate the new shared headquarters between Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Ohio, Inc. and the Godman Guild Association for the purpose of establishing a physical space to host joint programming to be used by Columbus youth and community members. This space will be used for educational programming, workforce development, and mentorship programs, in addition to career readiness and financial stability programs.
The new facility will allow for expanded programming and services to reach more youth and families in Columbus and allow for increased collabo...
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