Stronger together
Our partners help turn ambition into access — and our business directory keeps community support moving locally.
Sponsor spotlight
From scholarship support to event sponsorship, every contribution creates more room for young people to thrive.
Kenyan-owned · Columbus, Ohio
In-kind community partner
Thank you to YDK Garage for supporting KYC with 2 free services — approximately $250 in donated value for our community giveaway.
Giveaway · October 12–16, 2026
Apply through KYC Instagram October 12–16. Follow @kyc.ohio for giveaway details and updates.
Photography
In-kind community partner
Thank you to Misfits Media Co. for supporting KYC with two free photoshoots valued at approximately $250 each — approximately $500 in total donated value for our community giveaway.
Giveaway · October 26–30, 2026
Apply through KYC Instagram October 26–30, 2026. Follow @kyc.ohio for giveaway details and updates.
Kenyan-owned · Columbus, Ohio
In-kind community partner
Thank you to Makeup ANK for supporting KYC with two free non-bridal makeup services: one makeup class and one glam session — approximately $250 in total donated value for our community giveaway.
Giveaway · November 2–6, 2026
Apply through KYC Instagram November 2–6, 2026. Follow @kyc.ohio for giveaway details and updates.
Food & Dining
In-kind community partner
Thank you to Raising Cane’s for supporting KYC with two gift baskets worth approximately $150 in total donated value for our community giveaway.
Giveaway · October 19–22, 2026
Apply through KYC Instagram October 19–22, 2026. Follow @kyc.ohio for giveaway details and updates.
Kenyan-owned · Columbus, Ohio
Scholarship sponsor
Thank you to Praise Chapel International for supporting KYC with a $1,500 donation to the KYC scholarship fund — directly powering scholarships for Kenyan youth in Columbus.
Scholarship fund · $1,500
Their gift goes straight to the KYC scholarship fund, opening doors for young leaders across Columbus.
Education Ally
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Community Builder
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Career Champion
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Event Partner
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Sponsorship tiers
$250 – $499
$500 – $999
$1,000 – $2,499
$2,500 and up
Want the full details?
Open or download the complete KYC sponsor packet — every tier, recognition benefit, and way to partner in one PDF.
Shop local
Find services, flavors, and makers from across our local community.
Automotive Services
Columbus, Ohio
Visit YDK GarageBeauty & Makeup
Columbus, Ohio
Visit Makeup ANKCommunity & Faith
Columbus, Ohio
Visit Praise Chapel InternationalFood & Dining
Northeast Columbus
Details coming soonCreative Services
Downtown
Details coming soonProfessional Services
Westerville
Details coming soonBeauty & Wellness
Easton
Details coming soonHealth & Care
Central Ohio
Details coming soonRetail
North Columbus
Details coming soonYDK Garage, Makeup ANK, and Praise Chapel International are confirmed Kenyan-owned KYC partners. Other directory entries are illustrative placeholders pending confirmation.
