COLUMBUS, OHIO — A COMMUNITY FOR EVERYONE
EVERYDAY PEOPLE.EXTRAORDINARY KINDNESS.
Every Walk of Life. Every Heart Matters.
No matter who you are, where you've been, or what you're going through, there's a place for you here.
Together, we're building a Columbus where strangers become neighbors, neighbors become friends, and kindness brings us closer.
Some days we lift others. Some days others lift us. Every day, we belong.
MORE THAN A PLACE TO LIVE. A PLACE TO BELONG.
BE MORE THAN NEIGHBORS.
We share a city. Let's build a family of kindness.
We come from different neighborhoods, different backgrounds, different beliefs, and different walks of life. Yet we share something powerful: the ability to care for one another.
From local businesses and nonprofits to churches, artists, youth leagues, families, and everyday neighbors, we all have a place in building a kinder Columbus.
We don't have to be alike to care about each other.
Together, let's turn everyday connections into lasting friendships and simple acts of kindness into something extraordinary.
ONE COLUMBUS. COUNTLESS WAYS TO CONNECT.
Whether you're an individual, a business, or a community organization, there's a meaningful place for you here.
LOCAL PEOPLE
You Belong Here.
Whether you're looking for friendship, ways to share your talents, new experiences, or simply a welcoming community, there's a place for you.
FIND YOUR PLACELOCAL BUSINESSES
Grow With Purpose.
Help people discover Columbus businesses, build meaningful relationships, and encourage community participation.
GET LISTED FREENONPROFITS & COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS
Let's Lift Others.
Welcome charities, churches, faith communities, food pantries, shelters, schools, youth sports organizations, artists' collectives, and other groups making Columbus stronger.
CONNECT YOUR ORGANIZATIONTHERE ARE SO MANY WAYS TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE.
Find the way that feels right for you. Every contribution matters — no commitment, donation, or purchase required.
Friendship & Community
Meet neighbors, build friendships, and find your people in a welcoming Columbus community.
Arts, Music & Creative Talents
Share your creative gifts — music, art, photography, writing — and bring joy to those around you.
Good Deed Crew
Join our community events and experiences team. Help bring kindness and connection to life across Columbus.
Volunteering & Local Causes
Support the nonprofits and community organizations working to make Columbus stronger every day.
Community Champions
Help local businesses and organizations grow by connecting them with the people who need them most.
Everyday Acts of Kindness
A kind word. A helping hand. A reminder that someone matters. Small acts create extraordinary change.
Local Good Deed Guide
DISCOVER LOCAL. SUPPORT LOCAL. PAY IT FORWARD.
Columbus residents can discover local businesses, nonprofits, youth sports, churches, networking groups, artists, and community organizations — all in one place.
Participating businesses are encouraged to nominate a Charity of Choice and support the causes that matter most to their community.
Charity of Choice
YOUR CAUSE. YOUR CHOICE. YOUR IMPACT.
Discover causes meaningful to you and support verified organizations directly — through volunteering, sharing your talents, acts of kindness, or voluntary donations.
DISCOVER LOCAL CAUSES“In Order to Move Forward in Life, You Must Give Back.”
Sometimes the greatest gift costs nothing. A kind word. A listening ear. A helping hand. A reminder that someone matters.
THE WORLD NEEDS MORE LOVE.BE PART OF IT.
One city. Every walk of life. Every heart matters. Whether you're here to make a difference, find friendship, support a cause, or simply discover where you belong, there's a place for you in Pay It Forward Columbus.
YOUR BUSINESS. YOUR CAUSE. OUR COMMUNITY.