The Welcome Home Bash is Bethany House’s signature fundraising event supporting women, children and families living in shelter. October 16, 2025 WHEN: 6-10 p.m. WHERE:American Sign Museum1330 Montmouth AvenueCincinnati, OH 45225 If you have questions or would like more information, please contact Megan Park, Marketing and Special Events Manager, atmpark@bhsinc.org or(513) 407-5143. This year’s bash includes: Each…
Bethany House collaborates with many agencies and organizations to meet the complex needs of families experiencing homelessness. Our partnerships improve access to comprehensive, coordinated care, maximize existing resources, and empower families on the road to self-sufficiency. We thank our many partners who work with us to bring our families one step closer to home. BHS is…
Kevin MaxfieldController Kevin brings over 25 years of nonprofit accounting experience in the Cincinnati area, with a background spanning higher education, cultural institutions, and social services. As Controller, he leads the Finance department, ensuring accurate reporting, timely reimbursements, regulatory compliance, and responsible financial stewardship for staff, vendors, and funders. Outside of work, Kevin enjoys gaming,…
Heather Luker-SmithFamily Services Director As Family Services Director for Bethany House Services, Heather oversees the Kids Zone, Education Coordination, Life Skills Program, and kitchen operations. With over 25 years of experience in social services, Heather’s career spans from direct care for individuals with developmental disabilities to leadership roles across the community sector. She has also…
Lavonya LeonardHousing Director As Housing Director for Bethany House Services, Lavonya Leonard brings over eight years of experience in nonprofit leadership, program development, and community impact. She is passionate about advancing equity, incorporating participant voice, and addressing socioeconomic disparities through inclusive housing practices. Lavonya has led teams at POAH and Lighthouse Youth and Family Services,…
Crystal Holliday Chief Financial Officer Crystal Holliday, CPA, MST, is a seasoned nonprofit finance leader known for translating financial insights into strategy. As CFO, she strengthens organizational resilience through strong partnerships with funders, staff, and board members. A Certified Public Accountant, Crystal holds a Master’s in Taxation and a Bachelor’s in Accounting from the University of…
Daniel FlynnChief Development Officer Daniel Flynn, MS, oversees the fundraising, marketing, and communications for Bethany House Services. Before arriving to Bethany House in 2022, he was the Senior Development Manager at St. Vincent de Paul—Cincinnati and the Chief Operating Officer and Director of Advancement for Catholic Mobilizing Network. A graduate of Xavier University and the…
If you haven’t been to our annual Mardi Gras Benefitting Homeless Children, you are missing quite the event! Hosted by the Northern Kentucky Restaurant Association, this party features all the hallmarks you would expect from Mardi Gras: Beads, clowns, a parade, king cake, live music, and food and beverage from 54 local restaurants and drink…
By: Peg Dierkers, CEO Three days after the City of Cincinnati announced an $83,000 settlement with the Greater Cincinnati Homeless Coalition to not criminalize outdoor sleeping areas, the United States Supreme Court ruled in Grant Pass v. Johnson that cities have the right to prohibit people from sleeping outside. There has been plenty of commentary…
“I told her I was thinking about working with the homeless…” So said Sr. Mary Grafe to Sr. Dee Sizler when they met at a global gathering of the Sisters of Charity in February of 1983. Five months later, Sr. Mary and Sr. Dee had secured a house, and on July 20, 1983, the first…
