Since 1988, Mary Magdalen House has been one of Cincinnati’s most trusted nonprofits.
Our hope is to offer hope and dignity through access to hygiene and personal care services.
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Our Mission & Values
We respect the inherent value + worth of each person.
Dignity
Our mission is simple: to serve our cincinnati neighbors with care and respect.
We advocate for the wellbeing of all individuals.
Equity
We value, listen to, and learn from each other.
Respect
We serve with the fullest passion, and aim to do our best in every situation.
Excellence
In 1985, Reverend Dohrman Byers, of Old St. Mary's Church, and his parishioners began examining ways to help the people living in the neighborhood around the Church. It was clear that there was need and the parish wanted to determine the best way to help.
How It All Began
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The Story of Mary Magdalen House
Restoring dignity and hope to those experiencing homelessness since 1988.
Since Mr. Gardner's passing in 2013, his family has continued his legacy of devotion to the House and its guests. Our original facility quickly became crowded. In order to accommodate more guests, we opened our new location at St. Anthony Center in November of 2017.
THE STORY CONTINUES
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The Gardners generously committed to providing the funds to purchase a building for this purpose. After examining many options, they purchased a nearby building, at 1221-1223 Main Street. Remodeling began in late 1985 and on March 25, 1988, Mary Magdalen House opened. We haven't lacked for guests since.
BROUGHT TO FRUITION
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Reverend Byers met with interested parishioners to discern the best course of action. Mrs. Mary Heller and Jim and Joan Gardner led the effort. As they observed the needs of the people in the area, it became clear that a bath house would fill a critical void.
A POWERFUL OBSERVATION
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Of course, she grew to love Cincinnati and has stayed here ever since! A graduate of Cincinnati Christian University, Jenny has been serving in nonprofits for the last 19 years in various roles. She is passionate about serving others and improving the community. In her free time Jenny enjoys gardening, walking her dogs, and playing piano and trombone.
Jenny grew up in southeast Ohio and moved to Cincinnati to attend college.
Jenny Perez
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Alicia has 20 years of non-profit experience and is working on her Master’s degree in Nonprofit Administration. Her passion lies in serving those experiencing poverty and homelessness so she feels right at home here at Mary Magdalen House. She loves working with our guests + helping to broaden our reach as an organization. In her free time, Alicia enjoys hanging out with her husband and 2 children.
Alicia grew up in Columbus, Ohio but has lived in Cincinnati since starting her family in the early 2000's.
Alicia Stollenwerk
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
With a background in ethical marketing along with a deep passion for supporting individuals’ dignity, she knew she would fit right in with MMH and joined our team in April 2024. In her free time, you’ll find her exploring her neighborhood, watching documentaries, or hanging out with her cat.
After a few years of working with unhoused youth in Hawaii + creating intercultural university programs, Laken moved to Cincinnati at the end of 2023.
Laken Crow
DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT + COMMUNICATIONS
His sense of adventure and interacting with local communities is what drew Brian to earn his Master's degree in Humanitarian Action. Brian has worked with various organizations, from the German Red Cross to local NGOs in Colombia. Outside of work you can find him participating in language exchanges, reading with a coffee, or at the gym.
Originally from Dayton where his passion for volunteering began, Brian has returned to Southern Ohio to join the MMH Team.
Brian Maloney
OPERATIONS MANAGER
She quickly fell in love with the city and calls it home now. She’s spent nearly 20 years working in nonprofits, supporting unhoused folks—something that’s really important to her. When she’s not working, you’ll usually find her making greeting cards, collecting pottery, going on long walks with her dog, or chatting nonstop with her husband.
D’Arcy was born in Buffalo and grew up in Dallas. She moved to Cincinnati with her husband so he could be closer to family.
D'Arcy Drescher Moore
RESOURCE NAVIGATOR
He obtained a B.A. in English Literature and Creative Writing, as well as a Master of Divinity in Biblical Studies. He's currently enrolled in a Master of Social Work program to become a licensed social worker/therapist. He enjoys spending time with his two children, playing fast pitch baseball, watching independent films, and cooking new food for friends and family.
A North Dakota kid turned New Jersey teenager, Jade was immersed into two diverse American cultures before graduating high school.
Jade E. Kendall
FRONT DESK COORDINATOR
Want to join our team?
Currently, there are no open positions.
If you'd like us to keep your information on file, send your resume and a cover letter to jenny.perez@marymagdalenhouse.org.
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