News & Events

Navigating modern real estate development requires technical expertise, financial acumen, and strategic real estate development skill sets as development becomes harder to implement each year.

Learn how HomeBase Cincinnati is equipping our member CDCs to be able to execute development projects in their neighborhoods.

On July 23, 2026, HomeBase Cincinnati co-hosted its inaugural Community Development Focused Legislative Reception & CDC Impact & Project Tour in Northside alongside NEST and the Ohio CDC Association.

Designed as an immersive, place-based experience, the event moved beyond standard policy briefings to give lawmakers a direct look at community development in action.

People who feel their voice matters are healthier and empowered. As divisions nationally appear to become deeper, this series, part of the larger Health Justice in Action project, examines efforts to make voices heard and improve community connections.

By David Holthaus & Jim Talkington

February 10, 2026

THANK YOU to everyone that attended, supported, and sponsored The 2026 HomeBase Annual Community Development Awards!

Congratulations to all of this year’s “Most Outstanding” Community Development Awards winners!

Click through below to see photos from the event and we look forward to seeing you next year!

As Cincinnati looks ahead, investing in talent, innovation, housing, and inclusive growth, Executive Director Rosa Christophel explores how community development and economic development are inseparable forces.

Her perspective reveals why thriving regions depend not only on markets, but on the neighborhoods and organizations that make opportunity possible.

This $1 million initiative, launched in FY2024, was designed to move at the speed of community readiness—unlocking strategic properties and accelerating catalytic neighborhood projects…. and it has. Read our two year recap linked below.

Learn about updates and highlights from Local, State, and Federal Budgets impacting Community Development.

Located on Harrison Avenue in the heart of the Town Hall District, the theatre originally opened in 1940 but closed several years ago.

Westwood Works has been awarded funding through the City of Cincinnati's Quick Strike Program.

Westwood works stated that this funding marks a significant step forward in revitalizing the landmark.

Homebase Cincinnati, which administers the Quick Strike program, awarded NEST the $400,000 grant it asked for, which fully funded the purchase.

Northsiders Engaged in Sustainable Transformation, or NEST, closed March 13 on the purchase of the Park Theatre building at 4157 Hamilton Ave.

The 8,193-square-foot building was constructed in 1887.

HomeBase Cincinnati celebrates 10 CDCs and Community Changemakers and Projects from 2024 at the 2025 Annual Awards!

On Friday, March 7, 2025, HomeBase Cincinnati had the privilege of attending Price Hill Will’s 8th Annual Mardi Gras Ball—a night of celebration, community, and fun!

For years, the neighborhood of Westwood has been a vibrant and evolving community, but public perception has not always reflected the reality of its progress

We are so excited to announce our 2025 Community Development Award Nominees!

We are thrilled to announce the official opening of applications for the second round of Quick Strike Acquisition and Project Support $1M Fund (QSAF) today. This groundbreaking initiative, managed by HomeBase Cincinnati and generously funded by the City of Cincinnati…

Congratulations to Alexus Wimbish on her acceptance into the ULI REAL program!! The Real Estate Accelerator Lab (REAL) is an industry-supported program designed to educate and mentor the next generation of Greater Cincinnati real estate professionals.

During the OCDCA session, we had the opportunity to explore how strategic public transportation planning can connect neighborhoods and create thriving communities.

We are so excited to welcome Brooke, Paige, Tori, and Yamha to the HomeBase team and help them grow as future young professionals and to gain experience in supporting community development in Cincinnati neighborhoods.

Learn more about the realization of Carthage Commons, a testament to community resilience and collaboration. Discover how vacant lots are transformed into a vibrant hub for gatherings, culture, and unity, fulfilling long-awaited dreams for Carthage's neighborhood.

HomeBase Cincinnati would like to thank the Futures Commission for lifting up the instrumental work of Cincinnati Community Development Corporations…

The following reports demonstrate the impact of funding programs on Cincinnati neighborhoods made possible through our partnership with the City of Cincinnati…

In the heart of the West End, Seven Hills is an organization deeply entrenched in the community…

WACC comprises eight meticulously renovated historic buildings, breathing new life into long vacant spaces…

Many people are introduced to Sedamsville as a neighborhood previously forgotten…

One incredible avenue CDC’s are able to support their community members is through…

HomeBase staff recently interviewed long-time resident and community leader, Ronald (Ron) Mosley of Roselawn…

Q&A with The Catalytic Fund and The Center for Great Neighborhoods…

CINCINNATI (WKRC) -- In a move to keep nearly 200 homes affordable and in good condition, The Port of Greater Cincinnati…