Driving measurable results
OUR 2023-2025 STRATEGIC PLAN
2022 IMPACT
Increased leveraged funding support by $900,000
Increased scope of work including project management, planning, and other services
Over 300 new construction housing units
$18,008,920 private project dollars raised
673 community events held
2023 IMPACT
In 2023, HomeBase managed and distributed $5Million in funding went out to Cincinnati neighborhoods that supported everything from first time, affordable home buyers, community events, small business development, and real estate acquisition and development. You can read about each of these funding sources in our 2023 Impact Reports!
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Key Achievements in 2024
Expanding Funding for Neighborhood Development
VTICA Funds: The Voluntary Tax Incentive Contribution Agreement collected nearly $1 million for neighborhood revitalization and affordable housing. HomeBase awarded $33,500 in initial neighborhood grants, with $60,000 in upcoming community-led projects.
Quick Strike Acquisition Fund: A $1 million investment across five neighborhoods secured key redevelopment sites, paving the way for $100 million in future development and 418 affordable and mixed-income housing units.
Housing & Community Growth
Operating Support Grants (OSG):
$1.24 million invested in CDCs to enhance affordable housing and commercial development.
981 neighborhood projects supported.
8 new housing units and 102 vacant/rehabbed units completed.
602 community events held, fostering engagement.
Down Payment Assistance:
$29,900 awarded to help first-time homebuyers.
100% of recipients were low-to-moderate-income buyers.
Community Revitalization & Infrastructure
Neighborhood Business District & Public Realm Projects:
The Carthage Commons project advanced through design and community engagement, setting the stage for a transformative community space.
Spring Grove Village will see major façade improvements to support local businesses and enhance economic vitality.
Strengthening the CDC Ecosystem
Capacity Building & Leadership Training:
CDC Project Manager Fellowship launched, placing four students into CDCs to provide crucial support at no cost.
Monthly Lunch & Learns hosted experts from urban design, finance, and public policy, educating over 50 participants from 30+ organizations.
Strategic Planning for the Future:
Released the CDC & Neighborhood Capacity Analysis, a five-year roadmap to strengthen CDCs through expanded funding, talent attraction, and policy advocacy.
Looking Ahead to 2025
HomeBase Cincinnati remains committed to expanding access to funding, strengthening community leadership, and accelerating neighborhood transformation. With new initiatives on the horizon, we will continue to champion strategic investments that make Cincinnati’s neighborhoods stronger, more inclusive, and economically resilient.
OUR VALUES
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Dedication
Commitment to attain what is possible by acknowledging and amplifying unique qualities
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Collaboration
Facilitation of information and resource sharing to enable community transformation
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Action
Accountability for work which serves to ignite mobilization and compel implementation
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Results
Responsibility for strengthening connections which produce optimal outcomes
