Ohio CDC Association

From now through Friday, we are celebrating National Community Development Week!

Community Development Week is a moment to step back and recognize the bigger picture: the impact of your organization’s work and accomplishments is greater than the sum of its parts.

This week is also an opportunity to highlight the impact of community development and elevate the importance of programs like CDBG and HOME - key resources that help support communities nationwide.

We’re proud to celebrate and recognize the five initiative areas our members engage in and advance every day: affordable housing, community economic development, community engagement, financial empowerment, and food access.

We invite you to join us by highlighting your organization’s successes and the importance of community development funding, or relating your organization’s work to one of our five initiative areas. Comment below or share to be part of the conversation.

Congratulations to Miami Valley Meals, recognized as this year’s Community Development Partner of the Year!

Miami Valley Meals transforms rescued and donated food into nutritious, chef-prepared meals that strengthen food access. By reducing food waste, supporting wraparound services, and mobilizing hundreds of volunteers, they’re making a lasting impact on their community.

This award was presented at OCDCA’s 41st Annual Conference and honors a nonprofit, faith-based organization, business, financial institution, foundation, intermediary, or government agency that has provided exceptional support to a CDC.

We’re proud to recognize Over-the-Rhine Community Housing (OTRCH) as this year’s CDC of the Year!

OTRCH plays a pivotal role in advancing affordable housing in Cincinnati through a resident-centered approach that prioritizes preserving affordability, preventing displacement, and fostering strong community partnerships.

This award was presented at OCDCA’s 41st Annual Conference in September and honors a CDC that has demonstrated outstanding work and impact in community development. Congratulations OTRCH!