Never the Less, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that aims to empower and direct women through character building, confidence boosting, and helping them develop their talents. The summary celebrates its first anniversary with a cookout for volunteers and members. It highlights community events and initiatives, and provides a calendar of upcoming Never the Less meetings and volunteer opportunities.

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Never the Less, Inc. is a word based and Paving the Way
spirit-led organization; edifying, empowering, FIRST LADY MICHELLE OBAMA
and directing women of all ages. LET’S MOVE!
Never The Less Inc’s (NTL) mission is to
provide services that promote character, confidence,
self-sufficiency and sustainability. NTL believes
helping women tap into their Creative and god-
given talents will result in the return to one’s
authentic self, enabling them to
thrive in His purpose.
Special Thanks
FIRST ANNIVERSARY COOKOUT
Dear Friends, on June 1st NTL celebrated its 1st
Anniversary and there was no better way of
expressing our joy of this milestone then sharing it
with each of you. Over this past year you have done
whatever we have asked, and given so much of
yourselves by making personal sacrifices to build
this organization. We considered it an honor to give
back this small token of our appreciation. The day of
the cookout the weather was perfect, the food was
delicious thanks to everyone who lent a hand. The Thirty years ago, most people led lives that kept
fish never stopped coming and laughter loomed the them at a healthy weight. Kids walked to and from
air like a sweet aromatic fragrance. Next year will school every day, ran around at recess, participated
include other things like dancing , entertainment in gym class, and played for hours after school and
and games for the children. Now that we have one before dinner. Meals were home-cooked with
year under our belt, slowing down isn't an option. reasonable portion sizes and there was always a
We still have so much work to do. It's like making a vegetable on the plate. Eating fast food was rare and
dress, we have the pattern laid out, now it's time to snacking between meals was an occasional treat.
lay down the fabric . In other words “the hard
work is just beginning". Thank you for supporting Today, children experience a very different lifestyle.
us through this first year. Walks to and from school have been replaced by car
and bus rides. Gym class and after-school sports
Doris Thomas, President have been cut; afternoons are now spent with TV,
NEVER THE LESS, INC video games, and the internet. Parents are busier
than ever and families eat fewer home-cooked meals.
P.O. BOX 12674 Snacking between meals is now commonplace.
CINCINNATI, OH 45212
The good news is that by making just a few lifestyle
changes, we can help our children lead healthier
NEVERTHELESSINC@GMAIL.COM lives–and we already have the tools we need to do it.
513.258.9676 We just need the will.

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Director’s Corner Member Spotlights
City Gospel Mission
1419 Elm Street, Cinti, Oh 45202
Founded in 1924 the City Gospel Mission opened
as a means to serve the homeless by providing
food, shelter, and chapel services. They went on to
found several key programs that are still part of
their many programs & services. Some of their
programs include C.U.R.E. (Christians United
Reaching Everyone) a youth program, The
Exodus Program (men recovering from drugs &
alcohol addictions, & Step Forward, a team of
women that participate in the Flying Pig Carole Daniels and her husband Calvin had the
Marathon. honor of meeting President Obama at DHL
arriving for his visit on July 16th. How about that
The City Gospel Mission helps mend lives and for “rubbing elbows”.
create a bridge between people of faith and
people who have lost hope. Each year they provide Huge, huge, huge congratulations to
nearly 116,000 hot meals and 28, 000 nights of Sheena Godfrey for passing the Registered
shelter. Men and Women recovery programs are Nurse board exam. What an accomplishment!
readily available including transitional housing, Congrats on all the hard work.
enrichment courses, and other various resources
and services. They reach more than 8000 at risk Karen Ellington was recently involved in the
youth in over 40 Greater Cincinnati neighbor annual Covedale Arts Fair where she displayed
hoods, providing 7 youth programs. her jewelry collection. Exploits in motion!
I chose the City Gospel Mission as my favorite Brianna Dixon, SCPA student was accepted into
non-profit organization because it is one of the 8th grade Honors program for the
service. I used to volunteer some years back at 2012-13 school year. Great Job Brianna!
Tender Mercies soup kitchen. The program that
they offer almost guarantee a fresh-start for
Sylvia Waldon’s self published novel
anyone who is going through and willing to do
“A Starnader Fool” is now available on Kindle.
what it takes to make changes in their life. Once
Look for it on Amazon.com
you are in that type of environment and willing to
do what is asked of you, it is a very rewarding
feeling.
If anyone would like to make plans to volunteer
you can do so by doing an application online or by
“Forget about the fast lane. If you
contacting Kevin Rosebrook at 513-345-1071 or really want to fly, just harness
email him at krosebrook@citygospelmission.org.
your power to your passion.”
Crystal R. Williams ~ Oprah

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In the Community
Never the Less, Inc
CREED
Nurture myself, family and my NTL sisters
Esteem others higher than myself
Validate myself by the words I speak
Educate myself, allowing God to use me for his
purpose
Resolve to respond with positivity, kindness, &
honesty
Trust the vision that God has given me
Hope for a better tomorrow, as I am part of it
Encourage, inspire & instill hope of a genuine
spirit
Africa’s death was a tremendous tragedy and a
scourge on our community. She was an Listen with an ear of understanding
innocent bystander. Somehow we all have
“dropped the ball” on our kids!! We as a
Enterprising, setting and fulfilling attainable
community need to take our streets back, we goals
need to teach our children and our neighbors
about how our ancestors have struggled and
Sharing of myself and my love for others
fought for our freedom. So why do we continue
to do things that keep us bound? We as
Seeking God in all things, as He is the creator
of all
mothers, sisters, aunts and grandmothers have
to take a stand and not turn our heads on our
young ladies. Africa’s death is not in vain, we
will continue to stand up for her memory and
others that may lose their way. All they need is
love and guidance.
If you can reach one, you can save one.
In Memory of Africa D. Hope
May 12, 1997 – June 18, 2012

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Classifieds
Volunteers Needed - Obama For America, Contact Carole Daniels 513-531-1207
Accepting Applications - CMHA will begin accepting applications for the Senior Community
Baldwin Grove in Springdale located at 11111 Springfield Pike. Applicants must be 55 & older.
Please apply in person or call 513-977-5070.
Donations Needed - Seven Hills Neighborhood House, 1809 Freeman Avenue,
call 513-632-7107 or email Franco.wantsala@7hillsnh.org
Participants Wanted - Let’s Move Cincinnati brought to you by P.G. Sittenfeld, the initiative to
get healthy started by First Lady Michelle Obama. Saturday August 25, 8:30am-12:00pm.
Register at: LetsMoveCincy.Eventbrite.com or call 513-352-5270 with questions
Tutors wanted - Late afternoon or Weekend tutor with reasonable rates for
Math, Biology, & History. Please respond to NeverTheLess@gmail.com
Volunteers Needed- City Gospel Mission-Mentors, Administrative Support, Breakfast Servers,
Case Managers, Counselors, and Art Class Leader. All inquiries 513-345-1071.
Calendar
August 21st - Director’s Meeting, 7PM
August 23rd - Obama for America office opening, 7PM
August 28th - Director’s Meeting, 7PM
September 3rd - Labor Day – No work 
September 8th - Saturday Breakfast 9am (Bob Evans)
September 11th - Director’s Meeting (Fundraising) 7pm
September 27th - Monthly Members Meeting 7pm
NeverTheLessInc@gmail.com