📢 Announcement: Successful Audit Completion!

MY Project USA is thrilled to announce that we have successfully passed the Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services' single audit report for the year ending December 31, 2022! Although we were already audited by Brady & Ware's auditors for the year 2022, this was our first single audit by a government entity, This significant achievement underscores our unwavering commitment to honesty and transparency, values that are central to our mission.

In light of our current urgent financial needs, we believe it is crucial to share this report with our community. It not only highlights our dedication to responsible financial practices but also reassures you that your donations are being utilized responsibly.

We are humbled by your support and encourage you to continue investing in our mission. Together, we can make a meaningful impact, and we promise to serve with integrity. Thank you for being a vital part of our journey!

Zerqa Abid selected for the 2024 Social Justice Award for Community Service! 

🌟 Exciting News! We are thrilled to announce that our Founder, President, and Executive Director, Zerqa Abid, has been selected by the Social Justice Committee and the Think Make Live Youth Board of Directors to receive the 2024 Social Justice Award for Community Service!

This prestigious award honors outstanding social justice trailblazers and leaders in Central Ohio, and Zerqa’s unwavering dedication to our community and her tireless efforts in advancing social justice have rightfully earned her this recognition.

We are incredibly proud of Zerqa and grateful for her inspirational leadership. Join us in celebrating this remarkable achievement and her commitment to making a positive impact in our community!

Congratulations, Zerqa! 🎉👏

🌟 Save the Date! 🌟

Join us for MY Project USA's 10 Year Anniversary Gala: Narratives of Resilience

Celebrating a Decade of Service, Growth, and Excellence! 🎉

📅 Date: November 16
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
📍 Location: Ohio Union

We are honored to welcome the distinguished Honorable Rev. Dr. Tim Ahrens as our keynote speaker for this momentous occasion.

Let's come together to reflect on our journey, celebrate our achievements, and inspire one another as we look toward the future. Your presence will make this celebration truly special!

Stay tuned for more details and RSVP information! 🌟

🌟 Urgent Appeal: Help Us Sustain Our Hot Meals Program 🌟

All Free Hot Meals Funds Are Depleted 

We are facing a critical situation: our funds for the hot meals program have been depleted. Located in a food desert, our community struggles with limited access to affordable and healthy food options. Hungry children cannot succeed. Imagine a world where no child goes to bed hungry!

School supplies alone are not enough; children need proper nutrition to thrive and reach their full potential. One school meal a day is simply not sufficient for their growth and development.

We urgently need your support to continue providing hot, nutritious meals to children in our after school programs. Together, we can ensure that every child has the nourishment they need to succeed in school and in life. Please consider donating today to help us fight hunger and create a brighter future for our children.

🎉 Join Us for the Hilltop Youth Rise Festival! 🎉

📅 Date: Saturday, September 21st
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Wedgewood Apartments

Get ready for an afternoon filled with excitement and community spirit! 🎈 Enjoy a variety of games, family fun, delicious food, a bouncy castle, friendly soccer matches, and much more!

This festival is all about community building and celebrating each other. Bring your family and friends for a day of joy and connection!

🌟 We’re Looking for Partners and Sponsors!
If your organization is interested in joining us for this wonderful event, please reach out to us at info@myprojectusa.org for more details.

Let’s rise together and make this a day to remember! We can’t wait to see you there! 🎊

🚨 Urgent Appeal for Donations! 🚨

We need your help to keep the MY Family Pantry open and serving our community! Due to our contract with the Mid Ohio Food Collective coming to an end, we no longer have the funds necessary to maintain the Pantry's operations throughout the week. If we are unable to raise enough money to cover operational costs, we will regrettably have to close our doors during the week. Many of you have served as volunteers in the Pantry and know first-hand the impact it has on the community.

In just the last week, we served over 700 families in our community. We are located in a food desert, where access to affordable groceries is limited and many families rely on our services for their daily needs. The Pantry benefits thousands of individuals who depend on us, making it crucial that we stay open.

We urge you to consider making a donation to help us continue providing essential support to our neighbors in need. Every contribution, big or small, will go directly towards keeping the MY Family Pantry operational and available for those who rely on it most.

Thank you for your support in this critical time! Together, we can make a difference in our community. 💜

Upcoming Hilltop Free Clinic Dates! 

Mark your calendars for our upcoming Hilltop Free Clinic dates! 

Full Check-Ups (by appointment only): 9/14

Blood Sugar/Blood Pressure Screenings (walk-ins welcome!): 8/24 & 9/17. We are also planning to host a vision screening on Sept. 17 in partnership with OSU Optometry students.

To make an appointment, contact us at FreeClinic@MYProjectUSA.org or 614-886-7849.

🌟 Partner Highlight: ADAMH Board of Franklin County! 🌟

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the ADAMH Board of Franklin County for their generous support! Your grants have been instrumental in powering our MY Leaders Lab, enabling impactful initiatives such as the Climate Justice Warriors, Gun Violence Advocacy, Gender Equity, Girls Empowerment, and Substance Abuse programs.

Thanks to your funding, we also had the privilege of providing nourishing meals for kids participating in the Hilltop Youth Soccer Summer League and MY Summer Expedition. Together, we were able to feed over 100 kids two meals daily throughout the summer!

A huge THANK YOU for your unwavering support of our mission, our programs, our organization, and most importantly, OUR YOUTH! Your partnership makes a difference! 💙

#ADAMH #CommunitySupport #YouthEmpowerment #Gratitude #PartnershipsInAction

MY Deah's Warehouse:

12 Locations In Columbus To Drop Off Donations – Truck Pick-Up Available For Large Donations

We Are Looking For More Locations

You can now drop off your donations of new and gently used clothes, shoes, books, toys and other small non-breakable items in a donation box near you.

We will collect the items from the bins weekly (or more frequently as needed) and sort them in our warehouse. Once organized, we offer the items for free to clients in the communities we serve. Some items are also sold at Global Gifts & Thrift, a retail location in Hilliard that is based on the Goodwill model. All proceeds of these sales go toward funding our programs.

Our organization will ensure that the area around the bins remains clean. Please contact Nasir Shinwari at (614) 905-0977 with questions or if you are interested in partnering with us. Thank you!