By JEFF RODEK
One needs only to tune in to the nightly news to appreciate how volatile the world is today.
Just weeks ago, the United States engaged in military actions in Syria and Afghanistan while tensions among the United States and Iran, North Korea, Syria and Russia escalated.
What an opportune time for a speaker the caliber […]
By RICK BAYER
Most people would agree that one of the most important goals for New Albany is to create a supportive environment for our youth that ensures they possess a strong sense of well-being, which is defined as being healthy both physically and mentally.
But accomplishing that goal is much easier said than done. What contributes […]
To the Editor:
My name is Shawn Holt, president and chief executive officer of Maryhaven Inc. Maryhaven is central Ohio’s oldest and most comprehensive behavioral-health provider specializing in treatment for people with addictive illness. In 2016, we provided services for more than 11,000 patients.
On Feb. 1, I had the pleasure to participate in the Jefferson Series […]
By KIRSTEN KLINK
Kirsten Klink, a librarian for the New Albany-Plain Local School District, wrote this month’s Foundation in Focus guest column on behalf of the New Albany Community Foundation.
As a New Albany-Plain Local School District librarian, I have had the distinct pleasure of working with the New Albany Community Foundation, the district’s parent-teacher organizations […]
By MICHAEL L. SAWYERS
Students’ resilience and well-being are essential for both academic and social development, and these are optimized by the provision of safe, supportive and respectful learning environments.
Schools share this responsibility with the whole community. Not only do confident, resilient children with a capacity for emotional intelligence perform better academically, but these skills also […]
By CRAIG MOHRE
This week, the New Albany Community Foundation’s Jefferson Series featured speaker Patrick Kennedy, a former congressman and advocate for families dealing with mental-health and addiction issues.
Kennedy ignited a national discussion about mental health and addiction after his memoir, “A Common Struggle,” was published.
In the memoir and subsequent interviews, Kennedy addressed his famous family’s […]
By DENNIS WELCH
One of New Albany’s characteristics is that any citizen easily can get involved. Even more, they can help shape their community in positive ways.
In most other communities with which I’m familiar, community initiatives originate and are directed from city government.
In New Albany, transformative endeavors more often begin with residents who want to create […]
By MICHAEL MARX
The New Albany Community Foundation recently held its annual A Remarkable Evening hosted by Abigail and Les Wexner.
Over the years, the benefit has hosted an impressive list of speakers, including former presidents, a prime minister and former secretaries of state and defense and CIA directors.
This year, it featured respected authors and columnists David […]
14th annual Remarkable Evening benefit featured authors and commentators David Brooks, Thomas Friedman and Ana Navarro
[NEW ALBANY, OH, November 16, 2016] – The New Albany Community Foundation recognized Cindy and Keith Berend with its annual Jeanne & John G. McCoy Community Service Award at last night’s Remarkable Evening benefit at the home of Abigail and […]
By LYNNE SMITH
Thanksgiving, for many, is a time to reflect on all we are thankful for and to appreciate our blessings.
Living in New Albany, there is much to appreciate. Relatively speaking, our community is safe, friendly and beautiful, with great schools and parks. We also have so many enriching educational, cultural and health-related opportunities.
Behind all […]
