More than 150 volunteers helped us create a new playground for our children.
Volunteerto support our children, our events, and an array of projects.
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Our Crisis Nursery Approach
Learn about our two-generation approach delivered through a
holistic, integrated program.
While children stay in our Crisis Nursery, we empower parents to be safe, stable caregivers for their families in our Family Center.
A growing body of data shows crisis nursery programs are a vital service in meeting the needs of families and children in crisis.
$80provides 5 children with snuggly beds and full tummies.
Donate Now"Providence House was there for me in an emergency when I needed someone to care for my children."
– Providence House Parent
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Through your support we can continue to protect at-risk children, support families through crisis, and strengthen communities to end child abuse and neglect.
$80provides 5 children with snuggly beds and full tummies.
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PHriends
An energetic group of young professionals, PHriends are dedicated to making a difference in the Cleveland community. This is where passion meets action. Our goal is to raise awareness and funds for Providence House. Develop your leadership skills and networking abilities alongside other community-minded individuals. We’re greater together!
PHriends Group
The PHriends Group is a great way to begin your involvement with Providence House while connecting with other young professionals through volunteer opportunities and special events. Membership for the PHriends Group is always open.
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PHriends Associate Board
The PHriends Associate Board (PHAB) is the leadership body of the PHriends Group and helps recruit and connect new PHriends, organize fundraising events, and spread the word about Providence House and its impact on the community.
As a member of PHAB, you can directly support Providence House while building leadership skills, gaining hands-on fundraising and event planning experience, and networking with other young professionals in the area.
2023 PHriends Associate Board
Leadership
Heather Tressa, Chair and Financial Analyst, Cleveland Clinic
Chris Garman, Vice Chair and Senior Manager, Grant Thornton LLP
Hannah Roberts, Events Committee Co-Chair and Sr. Associate, Wealth Strategies, Northern Trust
Sarah Ezzie Haines, Events Committee Co-Chair and Senior Manager of Wellness, SITE Centers
Julie Harnocz, Member Operations Committee Chair and Finance Manager, Nestle
Samantha Varner, Marketing Committee Co-Chair and Head of Customer Success, ProSymmetry
Gabrielle Carpenter, Marketing Committee Co-Chair and Digital & Visual Designer, Covia
Members
Alyssa Biggar, Senior Business Process Improvement Specialist, Fortune Brands
Nicole Canitano, Director of College & Young Professional Programs, Cleveland Leadership Center
Cece Catcher, Client Services Associate, Gries Financial Partners
Kaitlin Courtright, Financial Analyst, Cleveland Clinic
Ryann Daniels, Social Worker, University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospitals
Abby Hausman, Operations Associate, Gries Financial Partners
Erin Hodgson, Program Manager, Cleveland Clinic
Morgan Ippolito, Financial Markets Associate, Jones Day
Glen Meridores, Commercial Recruiter, Nesco Resource
Vanisha Moudgill, Senior Benefits Analyst, Sherwin-Williams
Hunter Osolin, Associate Financial Partner, Oppenheimer
Ryan Sowers, Development Officer, University Hospitals
Courtney Zeffer, Benefits Sales Representative, Group Management Services
The next round of applications for PHAB will open in Fall 2023.
