Summer 2022 update!

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Hello MMH family!

If you’re looking to donate to the homeless and you’re unsure how, here’s a list of our current needs.

  • Size 32, 34, 36 men’s pants + women’s pants size 2, 4, 6

  • Men and women’s shorts - small, medium, & large

  • Women’s sports bras - all sizes + women’s underwear size 5 & 6

  • Men’s underwear small, medium, large & extra large

  • Spray deodorant

  • Small travel lotion

  • Vaseline

  • Shaving cream

In other news, Victor Hoff has been working at Mary Magdalen House for 11 years! Thank you, Victor, for all you do for our guests. Your servanthood is admirable to witness. Plus, Allie survived her first year with us and celebrated her one year hire anniversary on July 6th!

We have welcomed new volunteers, such as:

  • Kelly Michelsen

  • Debbie Day

  • Jon Bennett

  • Rachel Chen

We really couldn’t do what we do without the help of these regular volunteers. They are reliable and committed to MMH, and we are so thankful!

Please reach out to allie.brizzi@marymagdalenhouse.org if you have any questions about donating or volunteering! Or, just give us a call at 513 721 4811 :)

New addition to the team!

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As of March 9, 2022, we added a new face to the MMH team: Keith Dixon!

Keith is our resource coordinator and will work directly with guests who need services beyond what Mary Magdalen can provide. Keith loves to talk and is a huge people person! He will do a great job interacting and getting to know the Over the Rhine community.

Keith's background includes three years at the CRC in Price Hill, and 2 years of teaching Physical Education at St. Francis de Sales grade school. Keith is currently the Purcell Marian High School Boys Soccer coach of three years! Keith feels that he was put on this earth to serve. He feels that MMH will be a place for him to learn, grow, and feel at home!

Please join us in welcoming Keith! Stop by and meet him, and keep him in your prayers!

Autumn Update

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Chilly weather means wearing cozy sweaters, snuggling under warm blankets, and hot chocolate for many of us. But for our guests, it means struggling to stay warm while sleeping outdoors. We’ve seen an increase lately in the number of people seeking our services and warm clothing.

With more people in need of showers and clothing, we find ourselves running low on some supplies.

Donating in person is easy at our location at 1629 Republic Street, or you can also use our Amazon wishlist to send us needed items.

Our current greatest needs are:

Men’s hooded sweatshirts, sizes Large, XL, 2XL

Men’s pants, waist sizes 32” and 34”

Women’s bras, especially smaller sizes

Men’s winter hats & gloves

Thank you for your gift of warmth and dignity this fall!

Spring 2021 Needed Items

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The calendar says we’re well into spring even if our weather won’t feel like it over the next few days! And just like the spring season in Ohio and most of 2020, we won’t know what to expect until it happens!
But we do know that MMH can always count on your generous gifts to clothe and care for the guests who depend on us for their daily hygiene routine. THANK YOU!

Our most needed items at this time include:

Men’s jeans and work pants, new or gently used, sizes 30”-34” waist

Men’s t-shirts, new or gently used, any size

Belts, new or gently used, any size

Laundry detergent, HE compatible, liquid or pods

Travel size toiletries; especially soap, shampoo, and body wash

If you prefer to shop online and have your items delivered directly to us, check out our Amazon wishlist here: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/JPOCDGOKQ82M?ref_=wl_share

Donating your items in person is easy at our location in OTR. Just give us a call as you arrive and we’ll open up our loading dock so you can pull right in!

Welcome 2021!

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2020 sure threw us a curveball, didn’t it? And yet, despite the chaos and even a short shutdown at MMH, we provided nearly as many showers as we did the previous year!

We saw almost 1500 different individuals enter our building in 2020 and provided them with 19,000 services including showers, laundry, hygiene services, and clothing. Who could imagine needing 2,400 pairs of pants, 2,800 pairs of socks, 2,700 pairs of underwear, and more than 4,000 shirts in just one year!? The need seems almost astronomical, doesn’t it?

But YOU made all of that possible. YOU continued to provide (even during a pandemic!) the clothing, detergent, deodorant, and shampoo needed to make sure each of our guests has the opportunity to enjoy a hot shower and a fresh change of clothes. YOU, fantastic donor, are the reason our guests leave here refreshed and renewed.

We can’t wait to see what you can do in 2021!

Want to know how to help or need our most updated list of needed items?
Current Most-Needed Items:
Men’s t-shirts (new or used, sizes medium & up)
Men’s jeans, khakis, and work pants (sizes 28”-36”)
Men’s underwear (new, sizes medium & large)
Men’s sweatshirts and hoodies (sizes large & up)
A more comprehensive list can be found here: https://www.marymagdalenhouse.org/reserve
Check out our Amazon wishlist for ideas! https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/JPOCDGOKQ82M?ref_=wl_share

BRRRR - updated MMH Needs List

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That temperature definitely dropped and our guests have definitely noticed!
MMH is in need of the following items:

Warm winter clothing for men (sweaters, sweatshirts, hoodies)

Men’s jeans and work pants, sizes 30” - 36” waist

Men’s t-shirts

Hand warmers

Blankets, winter hats, gloves, and scarves

Donating in person is easy at our location in Over-the-Rhine. Or, if you prefer to help from a distance, ordering from our Amazon wishlist is just as easy! Check it out here: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/JPOCDGOKQ82M?ref_=wl_share

Thank you, Cary!

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MMH wishes to sincerely thank Cary Powell for her hard work as Executive Director since 2016. Cary has been a beacon of light for the guests and mission of MMH over the last 4 years and we will miss her dearly! She is already enjoying having time to enjoy the great outdoors and spending quality time with her beloved family.
Cary, thank you for your drive, your passion, your love for our guests, and for embracing the MMH mission!

June 2 update

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Thank you for your generosity! Our updated wish list:

Men’s pants 30”-36” waist

Men’s underwear (new) sizes 28”-38” (small-large)

Washcloths

Men’s belts

Men’s gently used (or new!) gym shoes

If you’re considering donating an article of clothing and wondering “is this something Mary Magdalen House could use?,” please use this as a guide. We need clothing for people who spend a great deal of time out of doors. Generally, durable, comfortable clothing, clean, not too worn-out. So for our crowd, suits and dresses aren’t practical. Thank you very much!

We've reopened!

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During the time we were closed, we were still here, helping people out the best we could. We gave away a LOT! of clothing, and now we really need your help. Please consider donating:

Men’s 32” and 34” waist pants, new or gently used

Men’s t-shirts, large and up, new or gently used

Women’s underwear, sizes 5 and 6, new

Women’s bras, 36” (large) and up, new or gently used. Sports bras are great.

Amazon wishlist: https://a.co/3ya5BCp

Mary Magdalen House is closed until at least April 6

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When we closed, many of our guests took their stored clothing out with them. In all likelihood, we will need to replace that clothing when we re-open.

Please remember us when things improve and we are able to re-open. We will need clothing more than ever!

New men’s underwear, 32-34”, 36-38”

Men’s t-shirts, large, extra large, 2XL

Men’s new socks

Men’s jeans and pants, all sizes, but particularly 32”, 34”, 36”, 38”

Men’s sneakers

Men’s sweatshirts and hooded sweatshirts

Men’s belts

Spray deodorant