Programs We Support

40 households were provided housing, food, clothing and disaster relief assistance following a home fire or other disaster. 178 free preventative smoke alarms were installed

155 youths and 201 adults received prevention programming to increase protective factors and decrease risk factors associated with relations & sexual violence

72 students received tutoring or homework assistance. 72 students received character building and social and emotional development support

1,571 nights of shelter were provided. 37 sexual assualt survivors received hospital accompainiment, hotline information or advocacy. 146 domestic violence victims survivors had access to individual advocacy and/or education

36 households received rental assistance. 61 individuals received case management services through interviews and created long-term plans for housing/transportation

148 blood drives, producing 3,772 units of blood. The program celebrated 432 first-time donors

The objectives of the “Advocacy and Support for Survivors of Domestic, Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence” program at New Directions are to provide: 1) safe housing and advocacy for adults and children who are escaping domestic, intimate partner and sexual violence; 2) hospital accompaniment, hotline information and/or individual advocacy for sexual assault survivors; and, 3) individual advocacy, court accompaniment, education and/or referrals for persons who file law enforcement reports and/or who are victims in domestic violence cases.

Red Cross activities and services are designed to deliver timely disaster relief to community residents and develop a more resilient community with a long-term community impact of Knox County households being better prepared to prevent, respond to, and recover from disaster. Through the Home Fire Preparedness Campaign (HFPC) the Red Cross as set a goal to reduce home fire deaths and injuries. Locally, volunteers and staff in partnership with local fire departments are going door-to-door installing free smoke alarms in at risk communities.

Coaching Boys Into Men (CBIM) is an evidence-based program guiding high school coaches to teach male athletes about healthy relationships and the true meaning of strength. Adaptable for non-athletes, it addresses masculinity, aggression, consent, and digital disrespect. Aimed at Knox County's middle and high school boys, CBIM promotes environments where healthy peer relationships flourish, focusing on respect and understanding across all groups.

The Knox County Blood Services ensures all Central Ohio hospitals, including Knox Community Hospital, receive necessary blood supplies. Annually, the American Red Cross conducts 170 blood drives in Knox County, attracting about 5,000 donors, with over 400 being first-timers. Donors are screened through a mini-physical, then enjoy refreshments post-donation. The collected blood is processed in Columbus before distribution to local hospitals, supporting patient care efficiently.

The program provides funding to enhance home accessibility and safety for individuals with mobility challenges. It supports the construction of ramps for easier access and covers essential home repairs, such as structural fixes. This initiative aims to help residents live independently and comfortably in a safe environment.

Stock households to individuals in need within Knox County