Leave It Better Than You Found It

Jim and Marjorie Anderson

Jim and Marge Anderson have never been content with the status quo. “My default setting is to make things better,” Jim said. Marge shared their family’s unofficial motto: “leave it better than you found it.”   That tenet has informed nearly 60 years of marriage and community service. It’s how they approached their work, raised their four children and helped shape the region they’ve long called home. In recognition of their commitment […]

Generations of Giving: The Rosenthals’ Commitment to Cincinnati

Jennie and Dick Rosenthal

When Dick Rosenthal takes his morning walks, he has a favorite one-liner for anyone who passes by too quickly: “Whoa, whoa, whoa — there’s a speed limit here,” he jokes.   He’s not actually keeping track of anyone’s pace. He just knows with a few friendly words, he’s likely to spark a smile, and maybe make someone’s day a bit brighter.   […]

A Global Journey Grounded in Local Responsibility

Gary and Kim Heiman

Gary and Kim Heiman have built their lives on a belief passed down through generations: opportunity carries a responsibility to help others rise. That conviction guides their leadership in business and community alike, and United Way of Greater Cincinnati is proud to honor them as 2026 recipients of the Tocqueville Award.  The Heimans lead Standard Textile, a global manufacturer that began 85 years ago in Cincinnati as a linen distribution company. The couple’s story began in different places but converged through shared values […]

Leading with Heart, Lifting Others to Shine

Debbie Hayes

When Debbie Hayes talks about her work, the conversation quickly turns from titles to people. As President and CEO of The Christ Hospital Health Network, she’s responsible for thousands of employees and patients across Greater Cincinnati. But to her, leadership has never been about hierarchy. It’s about service — to her team, to her community and to the city […]

2026 Spring Partner Convening Week

Welcome to the official recap page for our week of virtual and in-person learning sessions. Everything from the week is right here at your fingertips! Here you’ll find all the resources from each session organized in one place — including presentation slides, recordings, speaker information and supplemental materials.   Select a tab below to explore the content from any session. We hope these […]

Framing Resources

Knowledge Exchanges The Power of a Shared Story: Lessons from the Early Childhood Movement Talking About Economic Well-Being: New Strategies for New Times We Agree There’s a Problem, But How Do We Fix It? Reframing Housing Issues Moving Mindsets: What It Takes To Change Culture Framing Toolkits

When Someone Said Yes

A person with curly hair and glasses wearing a gray hoodie sits in an office cubicle with window blinds in the background.

Kelli Jo faced a barrier she couldn’t overcome alone. Free Tax Prep helped her take the next step, showing how the right support can open the door to a new chapter.

City of Cincinnati and Hamilton County Clerk of Courts Receive OCMA Award for Intergovernmental Cooperation

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CINCINNATI (Feb. 27, 2026) — The City of Cincinnati and the Hamilton County Clerk of Courts have been selected to receive the Intergovernmental Cooperation Award from the Ohio City/County Management Association (OCMA), recognizing their innovative partnership to create a coordinated eviction prevention system serving residents across the community.  The collaboration among the Hamilton County Clerk of Courts Help Center, Clerk of Courts […]

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