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At Central Community House, we believe in the power of community. We believe that every child, family and senior should have the resources and emergency assistance they need to reach their full potential. That’s why we operate a neighborhood-based community center in the Near East neighborhood of Columbus that offers free, comprehensive programming and community services to create a sense of community for all. 

 
 
 
 

 Our Mission & Community Pillars

The mission of Central Community House is to empower people to reach their full potential, be self-supporting, and live cooperatively with all others by building community that meets the needs and nourishes the creative aspirations of one another.

 
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We respect
the worth and dignity of all people.

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We believe
in inclusiveness and social justice.

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We celebrate
diversity.

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We act
with honesty and integrity

 
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We are
accountable to others.

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We strive
for excellence

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We are
stewards of resources.

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We build
community.

 

Experience Where Community Happens

 
 

 Built to Build Community

 
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Founded in 1936, Central Community House is part of the settlement house movement that brought social services to underserved neighborhoods. Today, Central Community House is a place where people get the support they need while exploring their talents and passions with each other. We are housed in the near east side of Columbus, with our central community center located at 1150 East Main Street and our English Center for Art and Community at 1251 Bryden Road.

 

 

Meet the Team

 

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Tamar Mott Forrest
Executive Director

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Allie Cozzone
Associate Director

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Jackie Calderone
TRANSIT ARTS Director

Dauntea Sledge
Director of Youth and Family Services

Amber Aitken


Development Director

David Cooper
Director of Outreach and Engagement

“Central is a place like no other, where highly dedicated staff, seasoned volunteers and hard-working community members all work as neighbors.”

 

 — TAMAR MOTT FORREST, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

When people are encouraged to reach their full potential—great things happen. Interested in becoming a part of our community?

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