North End Community Improvement Collaborative

Rise Together: Investing in Our Community

NECIC is an Asset-Based Community Development Corporation dedicated to making our community a better place for all. With your help, we can bring about real and lasting change. 

We are on the cusp of transforming our community, and we need your help to make it a reality! NECIC is building a Community Impact Center that will be a beacon of hope, a hub for learning, and a powerhouse for positive change in our community.

Let's build a brighter future for our youth and our neighborhood.

Investing in Our Future

If the state of our youth indicates the health of our community, we are in a state of emergency. Gun violence in Mansfield is occurring at an alarming rate, especially among young people. The Community Impact Center directly addresses this by providing much needed services and recreational access in the neighborhood most affected by this violence.

Our youth are the future of Richland County, and we believe in their potential to create lasting change. By contributing to the Community Impact Center, you are investing in the education, well-being, and future success of our youth. It will bring residents of all ages together, creating a sense of unity, empowerment, and pride in our neighborhood.

Join our vision and be part of this transformative initiative!

What's Inside?E-sports Lab

The Community Impact Center will house:

• Minority Business Assistance Center
• Medical and Mental Health Services
• Financial Services
• Black Box Theater
• Art Studios
• Gymnasium, Fitness Areas, and Boxing Ring
• Legal Services
• Recording & Podcast Studios
• Vocational Classroom
• E-sports Lab

Boxing RingPodcast and Recording StudioMedical & Mental Health ServicesArt Studios

See the Vision

The Community Impact Center will serve as a central access point to employment, healthcare, mental health services, arts, education, small business development and recreation. While the CIC will bring vital services back into the North End, any member of the Mansfield/Richland County community can access the building and amenities.

Youth and residents will be exposed to a variety of careers and interests so they can envision other pathways in life. The psychological impact of residents witnessing investment in their neighborhood and recognizing that the community supports and cares about them is immeasurable.

CEO Deanna West-Torrence explains the impact this will have on the community, 
residents, and youth of Richland County and beyond.

Learn more about our philosophy

Please consider a donation today and be part of this transformative journey. 

Join us in shaping a brighter future for Richland County and the City of Mansfield. 

About Us: North End Community Improvement Collaborative (NECIC)

NECIC is a dedicated Asset Based Community Development Corporation committed to enhancing the quality of life and economic opportunities for residents. Our focus revolves around fostering collaboration, empowering individuals, and implementing sustainable initiatives to bring about positive changes within the Mansfield community. Through various programs and initiatives, NECIC actively works towards civic engagement, economic development, and community revitalization, all aimed at creating a thriving, equitable, and empowered community. With a history rooted in community organizing, education, and advocacy, NECIC actively involves residents in shaping the neighborhood's future. This approach has led to impactful revitalization efforts, promoting sustainable development and the creation of vibrant, inclusive communities. Looking ahead, NECIC remains steadfast in its commitment to being a catalyst for positive change and invites everyone to join us in building a better, more empowered community. Learn more about our initiatives at www.necic-ohio.org.