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Know Your Rights to Spot Scammers

Know Your Rights

Your home is one of the most valuable assets you own.  Know your rights and learn how to spot the red flags to protect it from predators. Find housing resources and free legal help for low-income and seniors.

Southside Guide Advertising Rates 2020

Southside Guide Ad Rates

The Southside Guide is an affordable way to share information about your business or community services with residents of the Far South Columbus area.

Our Schools

The Southside Guide is a quarterly print publication that showcases our proud residents, businesses and community resources on the south side of Columbus. Our mission is to positively impact the lives of those in our community Read more…

Lend Your Voice
Help shape the future of our community.

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Current Initiatives

Increasing opportunities for home ownership, reducing vacant and abandoned properties, and promoting long-term tenants and residency in Far South Columbus
Achieve the Dream Workshop sponsored by Wesley Church of Hope UMC

Achieve Your Dream

FREE Home Buying Workshop

Tired of renting? You may be closer to buying a home than you think. Learn about how to qualify, steps in the buying process, and down payment assistance programs available to help achieve your dream of home ownership.
Neighborhood Pride

Neighborhood Pride

Community Beautification Projects

Does your yard need sprucing up? Check out these low-budget beautification ideas
Tenant's Rights and Responsibilities sponsored by Wesley Church of Hope UMC

Tenant's Rights

free workshop for renters

Know your rights and responsibilities as a tenant. Connect with resources and housing assistance programs.
Moving to South Columbus

Moving to South Columbus

resources and guide for new residents

Welcome to South Columbus. Explore our rich history, diverse businesses, and inviting communities.

Support Southside Hope

Support our efforts to rehabilitate and preserve affordable, safe homes and rentals for families, senior citizens and veterans in our community.

Donate
Monetary gifts are always welcomed.  Your support allows Southside Hope to offer free workshops and other initiatives that enhance the environment on the South side of Columbus. 

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Volunteer
Sign up to volunteer at HopeFest on Saturday, September 14th!
We are always searching for advocates to help us promote stable neighborhoods, home ownership and long term residency in Far South Columbus. Contact us to get involved.

Donate to Southside Hope.
Make checks payable to: Wesley Church of Hope, 2935 Bulen Ave., Columbus, OH  43207

Sponsor
Sponsor initiatives and events that impact the community–from area beautification projects to workshops on mortgage qualifying, home buying assistance and financial planning. Contact us to participate.

Our Mission

Southside Hope’s mission is to embrace the community, enhance the environment, and enlighten the Spirit of individuals in our surrounding community.

Affordable Housing

We are advocates for safe, affordable housing in South Columbus. Our initiatives promote long-term residency.

Stable Neighborhoods

Neighborhoods made of mixed-income individuals and families benefit our schools, local businesses, and the entire community.

A Stronger Community

We encourage connecting with neighbors and participating in local civic groups to access valuable community resources.

Get in Touch

We welcome your input and feedback

WESLEY CHURCH OF HOPE UMC
2935 BULEN AVENUE
COLUMBUS, OH  43207

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614-491-0580 
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