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Columbus' mobile front door to stability.

Since 2018, Make-A-Day has been Columbus' mobile front door to stability. We meet people experiencing homelessness and economic instability where they are, with food, essentials, and trust, and walk with them through the systems, barriers, and next steps that lead to housing, employment, and long-term belonging.

Our work is not just about providing services. It is about removing the specific barriers that keep people stuck: a missing ID, an old warrant, a criminal record, the absence of someone who will show up and help you navigate. We stabilize. We restore. We help people advance.

Thousands served. Hundreds housed. Countless barriers removed.

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The Unhoused
The Unhoused

My experience with the homeless population was limited at best. I just finished my year of service as a Make-A-Day AmeriCorps VISTA and wanted to share a final reflection on how this year has impacted me.

I figured Columbus had a homeless population, but nothing like the encampment we served at. I just didn’t know people were living like that.

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We're Recruiting: AmeriCorps VISTA Evaluation & Outcomes Coordinator
We're Recruiting: AmeriCorps VISTA Evaluation & Outcomes Coordinator

The Evaluation & Outcomes VISTA member will focus on building and refining the systems that help Make-A-Day Foundation understand and strengthen its impact. During their term, the VISTA member will rebuild donor tracking and stewardship systems, develop consistent outcome tracking across programs, and integrate data from outreach, fundraising, and reporting tools. This role is ideal for someone interested in data analysis, evaluation, nonprofit operations, or systems change. If you are passionate about using data to support work addressing hunger, housing instability, and health outcomes, this may be the role for you!

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Meet the Team Helping Drive Our Biggest Fundraiser of the Year
Meet the Team Helping Drive Our Biggest Fundraiser of the Year

Meet Ryan and Daniel, two students from Columbus Academy who have dedicated their summer to strengthening community partnerships, connecting with local businesses, and helping ensure Make-A-Day can continue serving our neighbors experiencing homelessness and hardship.

The funds raised through this event support Make-A-Day's weekly outreach and Stability Fund, allowing us to meet people where they are with food, hygiene supplies, case management, legal navigation, transportation assistance, housing support, and other critical resources that help remove barriers to stability.

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Upcoming Events
Outreach at CML Driving Park Branch
Jul 20
Outreach at CML Driving Park Branch

We meet you where you are, with care, support, and help for what’s next.

Grab a free meal, connect with local resource organizations, and talk with a Make-A-Day team member; we’re here to listen and help.

Outreach at CML Northern Lights Branch
Jul 21
Outreach at CML Northern Lights Branch

We meet you where you are, with care, support, and help for what’s next.

Grab a free meal, connect with local resource organizations, and talk with a Make-A-Day team member; we’re here to listen and help.

Encampment Outreach
Jul 27
Encampment Outreach

We meet you where you are, with care, support, and help for what’s next.

Grab a free meal, connect with local resource organizations, and talk with a Make-A-Day team member; we’re here to listen and help.

Outreach at CML Parsons Branch
Jul 28
Outreach at CML Parsons Branch

We meet you where you are, with care, support, and help for what’s next.

Grab a free meal, connect with local resource organizations, and talk with a Make-A-Day team member; we’re here to listen and help.

Let’s tee up for impact: Make-A-Day's 8th Annual Golf Outing Fundraiser
Aug 14
Let’s tee up for impact: Make-A-Day's 8th Annual Golf Outing Fundraiser

Tee up for impact as we bring together supporters, partners, and community members for a fun and meaningful day that directly supports our work.

August Pop-Up Care Village for International Overdose Awareness Day
Aug 17
August Pop-Up Care Village for International Overdose Awareness Day

We meet you where you are, with care, support, and help for what’s next.

Grab a free meal, connect with local resource organizations, and talk with a Make-A-Day team member; we’re here to listen and help.

Save the Date: October Pop-Up Care Village
Oct 6
Save the Date: October Pop-Up Care Village

We meet you where you are, with care, support, and help for what’s next.

Grab a free meal, connect with local resource organizations, and talk with a Make-A-Day team member; we’re here to listen and help.

Basecamp Island Party Resource Fair
Oct 19
Basecamp Island Party Resource Fair

 We meet you where you are, with care, support, and help for what’s next.

Grab a free meal, connect with local resource organizations, and talk with a Make-A-Day team member; we’re here to listen and help.

Open Enrollment Pop-Up with Molina Healthcare
Nov 9
Open Enrollment Pop-Up with Molina Healthcare

Make-A-Day and Molina invite you to join us for our Open enrollment Pop-up Care Village. A free community event designed to bring comfort, care, and community to our neighbors experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity.

December Pop-Up Care Village
Dec 7
December Pop-Up Care Village

We meet you where you are, with care, support, and help for what’s next.

Grab a free meal, connect with local resource organizations, and talk with a Make-A-Day team member; we’re here to listen and help.

Tee up for impact

Join us Friday, August 14 at 1 PM at Champions Golf Course as we bring together supporters, partners, and community members for a fun and meaningful day that directly supports our work. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or just in it for the experience, there’s a place for you.

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