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WLWT partners with Red Cross, Brighton Center to raise money & provide CPR training 

WLWT partners with Red Cross to raise money for CPR training 

Donations to provide free CPR/AED certifications in underserved areas of the Tri-State 

Northern Kentucky Housing Data Analysis Released

For several months now, NKADD has served as the administrator of a large data study about housing inventory, cost, and relationship to economic conditions and jobs in the eight-county Northern Kentucky region.  This study was conducted following a competitive procurement process which resulted in the selection of Stantec, a national consulting firm with a presence in Kentucky, from a field of highly qualified applicants. 

Brighton Center Receives Funding from First Financial Foundation to Improve Financial Wellness Among the Workforce

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Brighton Center Receives Funding from First Financial Foundation to Improve Financial Wellness Among the Workforce

(Newport, KY – October 10, 2023) Brighton Center received a $5,000 grant from First Financial Foundation to support Financial Wellness programs for individuals receiving career training at Center for Employment Training. Financial Education and Coaching is crucial for individuals who are transitioning from un- or under-employment into sustaining careers.

Local Organizations Will Be Awarded Over $3.7M to Improve Health Outcomes

Local Organizations Will Be Awarded Over $3.7M to Improve Health Outcomes 

Interact for Health Announces First Wave of Community Grants 

Cincinnati—Interact for Health today announced a first wave of community grants, totaling over $3.7 million, aimed at improving health outcomes and reducing gaps in the Greater Cincinnati region. 

Brighton Center Honored with Unconventional Leaders Award

Five local employers celebrated as uncommon leaders

NKY-based Talent Magnet Institute puts spotlight on companies investing in their people 

Campbell County Library Unveils Westside Express

We are so grateful that the Campbell County Library, with the support of Tom Jones, was able to make the Westside Express a reality right here in the West End of Newport.

Brighton Center Hosts Governor Beshear as He Awards More Than $1 Million to Local Nonprofits

(Newport, KY -- March 3, 2023) Brighton Center, Inc. and Brighton Properties, Inc. welcomed Governor Andy Beshear and local nonprofits to Brighton Center's Family Center as he presented more than $1 million to Campbell County nonprofits. "We are honored to welcome Governor Beshear and excited to recognize the incredible investment in each of the nonprofit awardees that make such a meaningful difference in the community and make Northern Kentucky such a special place," said President and CEO Wonda Winkler.

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Fidelity Employees Direct Grant Funding

Fidelity Employees Direct Grant Funding and Volunteer Engagement to Brighton Center this Holiday Season

(Newport, Kentucky – February 14, 2023) Brighton Center was nominated by Fidelity employees to receive a $10,000 grant.

Fidelity has launched an employee-led grantmaking program called Your Choice, which gives Fidelity employees an opportunity to nominate a nonprofit in their community that they are passionate about. The Northern Kentucky/Greater Cincinnati region of Fidelity employees selected Brighton Center as the recipient of this associate-led grant.

Brighton Center Receives Grants Totaling $4,500 from Three Local Walmart Stores

Brighton Center Receives Grants Totaling $4,500 from Three Local Walmart Stores

(Newport, Kentucky – February 14, 2023) Brighton Center, Inc. has received grants from Walmart stores in Alexandria, Florence, and Fort Wright. Each local Walmart store chooses which organizations to fund with their Walmart Community Grant, and all three Northern Kentucky Walmart store managers have selected Brighton Center. These grants will help fund Brighton Center’s Emergency Assistance Food Pantry and Brighton Center’s Neighborhood Community Garden.

Brighton Center Receives $5,000 Grant from The Papa John’s Foundation for Building Community

Brighton Center Receives $5,000 Grant from The Papa John’s Foundation for Building Community

(Newport, Kentucky – February 14, 2023) Brighton Center’s Youth Leadership Development has received a grant for $5,000 from The Papa John’s Foundation for Building Community.

Youth Leadership Development is an after-school program for middle school youth ages 11-15 to build leadership skills and conduct community service projects in order to empower youth to make a difference in their own lives and develop to their fullest potential. Youth who are not already involved in positive after-school activities are recruited to join Youth Leadership Development through their schools.