Leo’s Story, Build-Up Academy
I learned drywall and mudding, a little bit of electrical work, some plumbing and we did a new flooring, new vinyl flooring.
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Patricia Thigpen, Fiscal Director
Trish is our Fiscal Director and is responsible for the day to day financial administration of SELF, as well as the fiscal accountability of the agency. Trish has been with us beginning in October of 2024 and is excited to be part of the SELF community.
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Gratitude in Action: Mr. J’s Story
As Thanksgiving approaches, we reflect on the true meaning of gratitude—celebrating the support, resilience, and triumphs that bring communities together. This is Mr. J.’s story.
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Adopt-A-Family
SELF is a blessing. It’s easier to go to church now, and I can even go to the grocery store instead of having my groceries delivered!
Jerry B Brown, IDA Facilitator
Getting people in a position to achieve their goals in life has been very important to me as an instructor.
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Faith Community UMC
We’re excited to announce a new partnership between SELF and Faith Community UMC! This collaboration expands SELF’s Getting Ahead in a Just Gettin’-by World program to the Stepping Forward ministry, reaching more individuals in need.
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Jilson Daniels, Microenterprise Facilitator
Jilson is Senior Vice President of Economic Equity at The Port of Greater Cincinnati Development Authority, He is a business and economic development professional with a background in finance and accounting. As the Senior Vice President of Economic Equity for The Port, Jilson manages the economic equity strategy for real estate services.
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Samantha’s Story
SELF can make a big difference for the way you live the rest of your life. I would recommend it to whoever wants to grow and make a difference in the world.
Erik’s Story
My business has been doing well enough to reach back into my community. I have been fortunate to hire people to help on a few jobs, and I am able to keep one person on hand as a co-worker. Without the Microenterprise program, I would have still been dreaming about starting and running a successful business, but SELF has equipped me with the tools to make that dream a reality.