SELF is a private, nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization and the state-designated Community Action Agency for Butler County, Ohio.
Empower your future with expert-led, free programs designed for your success.
Every donation makes a difference in the life and the home of a Butler County resident!
Manage your utility bills and improve your home’s energy efficiency.
Join members of the SELF staff to provide essential services for a home repair project.
Building Together
SELF treated me like they cared and with respect, like they wanted me to succeed as an individual. Without SELF, I wouldn’t have been able to put money up, and now I’m a first-time homebuyer! And they’re still helping me. It’s a great program and will get you on the right path.
Jeremiah, Graduate of Multiple Programs
mission and goals
To Enhance the Quality of Life for County Residents by Impacting the Causes of Poverty and Empowering Individuals to Achieve, Sustain, and Advocate Self-Sufficiency.
We aim to help Butler County, OH residents:
Popular Courses
SELF offers free skill development courses that can help disrupt the cycle of poverty, build self-sufficiency, and provide financial stability. Participants may sign-up for the next, ongoing session at any time.
Money Management
Our Money Management program teaches you budgeting, saving, and financial planning.
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You’ll complete a master job application, write a resume, practice interviews, learn job search and computer etiquette, create a budget, and learn to present a professional image
Getting Ahead
The workshop fosters a supportive community, empowering individuals to break the cycle of poverty and create sustainable, thriving futures.