It Takes a Village Nonprofit and Resources

It Takes a Village Nonprofit and Resources Our mission is to protect and nurture the safety, well being, and potential of every child and that starts with the adults.

07/09/2026

This abandoned house in Linden took me 2.5 hours just to cut the front! We are on a mission to make the "hood" clean and presentable. Often times homes are bought up like candy in gentrified areas and then abandoned until it's fruitful. I'm doing the research to find who owns these homes and holding them accountable. If you know any seniors or someone in your area disabled and unable to maintain their yard, or have an abandoned home on your block not receiving yard maintenance, please reach out to me. However, I'm only one woman with one mower. I want to get kids in the community involved to clean and maintain so they can take pride in where they live. I would ideally love to be able to pay them as well (both which will keep them out of trouble). If you'd like to donate or contribute your time, talent or skills the Venmo/cashapp is $soulcandyherbs and if you have a home near you in need of TLC, email me at [email protected] or text 614.648.8049. Ase' and Namaste ❤️

06/06/2026

As parents, and a community in general, we have to do better in being an example for children and as parents, we can't take it personally if someone respectfully tries to correct our children, whether we're around or not. I regularly see my neighbor smoke ma*****na on her porch, sometimes with her children around. But the other day it broke my heart when I saw her 8th grade daughter smoking ma*****na on the porch with her siblings or friends and the mother was aware of it. And I view it as one of two things: 1. Common sense isn't common and some people are raised to think some behavior is really acceptable. Or 2. Misery loves company and we subconsciously don't want to see our children doing better than us.
I respectfully addressed the situation but me saying something one time isn't enough. It is the "role model" who must actively address the situation consistently.
I previously heard her speaking on her daughter's behavior at school and constantly getting into fights as if it's a badge of honor.
Either way, it takes a village.

Ive been so busy the last few days I forgot to share that our Earth Day event was a success! This was my first event put...
04/28/2026

Ive been so busy the last few days I forgot to share that our Earth Day event was a success! This was my first event put together in last than 2 weeks. I funded it out of my own pocket because the sponsors fell through and I'm so proud of myself. The kids that participated had such a good time and were excited to plant and to forage and to learn about what's growing around them. The parents were just as excited in planting and learning about "weeds" growing around them that they can use for their family. We gave away free strawberry plants as promised. The kiddos ate all the snacks and I was worried that I bought too much lol. And of course I taught the kids about not littering (my biggest pet peeve) and told them what can be thrown on the ground (compost) and what can't. I can't wait to plan and do more for the community, especially the children because It Takes a Village 😊

04/20/2026

Challenge Accepted !Please help me welcome Thomas of Columbus, GA He has stepped up to take on our 50 Yard Challenge, committing to mowing 50 free yards for the elderly, disabled , single parents and veterans in his city . We’re so excited to have you in the family, Thomas—welcome aboard! Will your kids sign up next ?

We are still in need of Sponsors and Volunteers for our Earth Day event on 4/25. If you're interested, please click this...
04/19/2026

We are still in need of Sponsors and Volunteers for our Earth Day event on 4/25. If you're interested, please click this link to fill out the form

https://form.jotform.com/thevillage614/earthdayevent

ALL VOLUNTEERS WILL RECEIVE FREE STRAWBERRY PLANTS 🍓

04/19/2026

Being a parent takes INTENTION. Though there is no handbook, we also can't just wing it. When it comes to children, we have to be the person that we needed when we were a child. That is the approach I took with raising my daughters: I was the person that I didn't have. It means admitting when you're wrong. Learning from them just as much as they learn from you. Being patient. Removing pride and ego and replacing it with grace and inner standing. And this is not just limited to the children we birth. This mindset has to extend to the community. It Takes a Village 💗

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04/19/2026

Good morning everyone!
House of Plenty is open today 💛

Here are our current updated open hours:

🕛Every Saturday | 12 PM – 6 PM
📍 2020 Leonard Avenue, Suite 100, Columbus, Ohio 43219

I still do private appointments during the weekdays if you cannot make it Saturdays 😌

House of Plenty – Community Exchange is a dignity-based resource space where you can choose clothing, kids’ items, toys, household goods, and small furniture through a pay-what-you-can model (never expected).

If you don’t have anything to give right now, please still stop by, that’s exactly what this space is here for. I would truly love to see these shelves cleared and items going to people who can use them.

Currently available:
• women’s clothing
• men’s clothing
• kids’ clothing
• shoes
• toys & books
• household essentials
• small furniture

GPS may take you behind the building, please enter from the front where you’ll see two large windows with clothing inside.

Hope to see you today!

04/19/2026

Challenge Accepted !Please help me welcome Noah of Youngstown, OH. He has stepped up to take on our 50 Yard Challenge, committing to mowing 50 free yards for the elderly, disabled , single parents and veterans in his city . We’re so excited to have you in the family, Noah—welcome aboard! Will your kids sign up next ?

Passing this info along:Does your little one need a spring wardrobe refresh? 🌷We know how fast kids grow (and how quickl...
04/16/2026

Passing this info along:

Does your little one need a spring wardrobe refresh? 🌷

We know how fast kids grow (and how quickly the seasons change!). At Impact Church, we want to help take that weight off your shoulders. We aren't just handing out bags of old clothes—we are putting together personalized, gently used outfits specifically for your children in the sizes they need right now.

It’s simple, it’s private, and it’s our way of showing our local families some extra love this season.

Deadline is quickly approaching!!!

🗓 Deadline to sign up EXTENDED: Friday, April 17th.
📍 Who: Families in Reynoldsburg, Etna, and Pataskala.

Email [email protected] for the link to the application! Please provide the applicant name in the email request!

Tag a friend who might need this or share this post—let’s make sure no child goes without the gear they need for the warmer weather!

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