COLLEGE HILL, Ohio (WKRC) – It’s a dream come true for five local business owners who were given a unique opportunity to open their storefronts, rent-free.

The College Hill Community Urban Redevelopment Corporation (College Hill CURC), in partnership with The Carol Ann and Ralph V . Haile, Jr. Foundation, YARD & Company, and the Kolar Experience Institute, is launching ‘OurShop’ a new retail program this Small Business Saturday, November 27.

OurShop connects retail entrepreneurs with rent-free space and resources to grow and scale their business.

by College Hill CURC
on November 19, 2021

The College Hill Community Urban Redevelopment Corporation (CHCURC) is a leading, non-profit civic organization in College Hill. Our mission is to revitalize the Hamilton Avenue business district to strengthen the surrounding College Hill community. We work closely with other civic organizations to promote College Hill in many facets and directions.

CHCURC’s vision for College Hill is simple: That College Hill’s Hamilton Ave. business corridor is the thriving “Avenue” that includes:

A varied array of appealing markets, shops, businesses and residences
Convenient access to safe parking and public transportation
Walkability and attractive green space
A mix of cultural and entertainment venues that attract both residents and visitors

CHCURC advances its mission on multiple fronts:

Property acquisition, development and management
Land-banking (examples)
Coordination with other CH civic organizations
Grants and fundraising for property development
New business development

Five College Hill business owners picked for ‘OurShop’ initiative

CHCURC’s vision for College Hill is simple: That College Hill’s Hamilton Ave. business corridor is the thriving “Avenue” that includes:

CHCURC advances its mission on multiple fronts:

Building A Revitalized Business District in College Hill