Services
Outreach
GeneroCity 513
GeneroCity 513 is an initiative aimed at helping individuals facing unfortunate circumstances like homelessness, addiction and mental illness. It was designed to help connect our neighbors in need to social service agencies, and provide strategic case management to the most visible homeless persons in downtown Cincinnati.
Outreach Team
3CDC partners with Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services to employ five outreach workers in Cincinnati's urban core who provide assistance to individuals on the street, regardless of their location, mental state, sobriety or housing situation. The Outreach Team connects individuals to:
- Substance abuse and addiction services
- Mental health services
- Permanent employment
- Permanent housing
Outreach Stats
Through September 30, 2025, GeneroCity 513 Outreach Workers had 2,648 encounters in Downtown Cincinnati and Over-the-Rhine, with 376 total intakes. A total of 542 referrals were made to social service agencies (some clients are referred to multiple agencies, such as substance abuse services, mental health services, and shelter). In 371 of those instances, the client followed through with the initial referral and took another step to connect with whatever service was being offered.
Outreach Hotline
If you see someone in need on the streets and would like to help, call, text, or email:
(513) 498-6192
Contact the Cincinnati Police Department's non-emergency line at (513) 765-1212 if you see aggressive panhandling or feel threatened. Call 911 in case of emergency.