
Our Impact
The Brightside Project’s mission is to equip and empower children in Columbiana County and rural Mahoning County to reach their full potential. We do this by increasing a child’s access to basic needs and supporting their social-emotional development and mental health.
Celebrate with The Brightside Project.
Sunny Sunshine has made 1,277 friends this year through community events and Sunshine Bus visits.
“Everyone is always very positive and energized. I come to the Sunshine Bus and walk out with a smile on my face.”
— Bella, a 7th grader at United Local

9,830
Number of children who have visited the Sunshine Bus since 2023.
12,648 children have attended our Food for Kids giveaways in Salem.
38,283 books were mailed in 2024 to children ages birth-5 in Columbiana County through the Imagination Library of Columbiana County.
