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As we start getting into back-to-school season, there are a variety of organizations and events around Cincinnati that can help you and your children get set up for going back to school! All event information is from The Voice of Black Cincinnati Braxton Cann Back to School Bash July 25 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. 5818 Madison Road (Madisonville) A free back-to-school community event featuring school supplies, health resources, vaccinations, food, music, prizes, and family fun to help M

Putting healthy food on the table shouldn't be a source of stress. Whether you're a longtime neighbor or just learning what's available, here's a roundup of food assistance resources across Cincinnati, starting with our own Marketplace and including other trusted programs nearby. MEAC Marketplace The MEAC Marketplace is our choice food pantry, set up like a grocery store so neighbors can select the foods that actually fit their family's needs. Who: Neighbors in our service ar

What if something as routine as your weekly grocery run could also help fund MEAC's work? Through the Kroger Community Rewards program, it can, and at no extra cost to you. By linking your Kroger Shopper's Card to MEAC, a portion of every purchase you make is converted into a donation that supports our mission, simply because you shopped where you already shop. How Kroger Community Rewards Helps MEAC Kroger Community Rewards is a giving program built right into your Kroger ac

The MEAC Marketplace is a choice food pantry open to all neighbors within our service area. "Choice" means you're not handed a pre-packed box; you get to select the items that work for your household. Hours We're open on Tuesdays: 9:30–11:45 AM 12:30–3:00 PM On the last Tuesday of each month, we're open later from 1:00–6:00 PM On the homepage & marketplace page of the website, there is an updated monthly calendar as well How Often You Can Shop Neighbors are welcome to shop on

At MEAC, we believe every child deserves a strong start. From the moment they're born, children start absorbing language, forming connections, and laying the groundwork for everything they'll learn in school and beyond. That's why MEAC partners with ParentChild+, a national early literacy program designed to give children the tools and families the confidence to make those first years count. Why Early Childhood Development Matters Children have, on average, 1,800 days from bi