Affordable housing is more than just a sound bite—it's a commitment to building stronger, more inclusive communities. With a passion for creating accessible living spaces, we've already helped 40 families find safe, comfortable, and affordable homes. Our mission is to continue expanding opportunities for families to thrive, one home at a time.

Core Cafe brings together a vibrant blend of healthier meals, inspired by cherished recipes from local chefs. Whether customers are craving a quick breakfast, a nourishing lunch, or a light, satisfying snack, the menu offers delicious options to fuel their day.

Bake Me Happy is a gluten-free, wholesale and retail bakery and coffee shop with locations in Columbus and Dublin. As a minority and women-owned business, our vision is to make gluten-free mainstream, creating delicious treats that bring everyone to the table. Over the past decade, we've proudly served over 100,000 repeat customers, fueling a food revolution that’s inclusive and flavorful—because everyone deserves something delicious.

Born from the challenges of the COVID-19 shutdown, Service! was founded by Columbus restaurant veterans Matthew Heaggans, Letha Pugh, and Sangeeta Lakhani to support unemployed hospitality workers. Partnering with local organizations, they quickly launched a free boxed meal program, serving over 10,000 meals to industry workers and their families. As restaurants reopened, Service! pivoted to offering micro-grants for essentials like healthcare, housing, and education. Guided by community feedback, Service! remains committed to empowering service-industry workers and addressing their evolving needs.

Café Overlook, located on the 16th floor of the Franklin County Courthouse, is a training program and café created by Service! Relief for Hospitality Workers and the Franklin County Board of Commissioners. It offers food service workers a living wage, health benefits, childcare, transportation support, and job coaching, while providing hands-on experience and mentorship. Over 100 graduates have secured jobs in the community, promoting income security in the service industry.

Located in Clintonville, Preston’s: A Burger Joint is known for its serious approach to burgers. Owned by Matt Heaggans and Letha Pugh, Preston’s started as a pop-up and food truck before finding its home. Their signature smash burgers are made with locally sourced meat from farms within 100 miles of Columbus. 

Founded in 2009, Rivers Crossing was a Medicare-certified home health agency dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care that maximized patient independence at home. Employing over 300 home health aides during its tenure, the company was committed to professional, reliable, and trustworthy service. Rivers Crossing operated with the belief that everyone deserves care they can trust, before being successfully sold in 2013.