The Brightside Project collecting donations for East Palestine crisis relief

On Feb. 3, 2023, a Norfolk Southern train derailed in East Palestine, Ohio.

East Palestine is a small town in Columbiana County, just 20 minutes from where The Brightside Project is located. The train derailment forced an evacuation for several days. Even after being allowed back in their homes the residents of East Palestine are questioning the safety of their community after all of the toxins from the chemicals being carried on that train were released into the atmosphere and into community water sources. Many medical professionals, including the Ohio Department of Health, have recommended that residents drink bottled water.

The Brightside Project is providing crisis relief in the short-term and is committed to serving East Palestine for the long-haul. How can you help? Give $5 or $50, whatever you can afford. Every dollar given to The Brightside Project East Palestine Crisis Relief Fund will be given to the residents of East Palestine. You can also donate items through our Amazon Wish List.

Go to https://donorbox.org/east-palestine-crisis-relief to donate!

The Brightside Project, a faith-based 501c3 non-profit organization, was launched in 2016 by a father-daughter team, Scott Lewis and Lisa Wallace. With more than 20 years of combined experience working with low-income and underserved families they decided to launch a non-profit that would reach out directly to children.

Children in Columbiana County and surrounding communities in Northeast Ohio are hurting. They are struggling to see a bright future as they battle against hunger, poverty, drug abuse, neglect and complex emotional and mental health issues.

The Brightside Project was launched to meet the needs of these children. We know that they have basic needs that need met with food and personal care items. We know they have social emotional needs that can be met through mentorship, friendship and love. We know that these children experience dark moments in life but even in the darkest times we can show them there is a brightside.

Our mission is to equip and empower children to reach their full potential.