About Us

Founded in 2020, Inclusive Fairborn is a grassroots nonprofit built on the principles of solidarity and mutual aid. We believe in neighbors supporting neighbors to meet the needs of our community and resist systemic inequities. Through shared resources and collective care, we work to ensure that everyone in Fairborn, Ohio, has what they need to thrive. Whether it’s distributing groceries, clothing, and medicine, assembling care kits for unhoused neighbors, or raising funds for urgent needs, our work is rooted in collaboration and compassion. Together, we are building a Fairborn where no one is left behind, and everyone is empowered to take part in shaping a better future.

Our Mission

At Inclusive Fairborn, our mission is to cultivate a culture of mutual aid and solidarity rooted in the social responsibility of caring for one another. We are committed to supporting our neighbors—especially low-income, working-class, LGBTQ+, and disabled people—by sharing resources, fostering autonomy, and creating spaces for learning and collective action. Guided by honesty, openness, and community care, we work to address systemic inequities and build a Fairborn where everyone has the tools to thrive. Together, we believe in the power of voluntary collaboration to shape a just and inclusive future.

Our Goals

In the short term, we aim to mobilize our neighbors to join us in building a stronger network of care and support. Looking ahead, we envision Inclusive Fairborn as a vibrant hub for community empowerment, rooted in solidarity and mutual aid. Our long-term goals include:

• Establishing a community center to serve as a space for resource sharing, education, and connection.
• Creating a free store within the center to ensure everyone has access to essential items without barriers.
• Developing a community garden or partnering with local farmers and initiatives like Access to Excess to provide fresh, affordable food.
• Organizing monthly mutual aid distributions and LGBTQ+ and ally support groups.
• Launching a mutual aid fund to help neighbors with housing, employment, education, emergencies, and financial needs like bills and debts.
• Building relationships with local Indigenous communities to learn from their expertise in land stewardship and work toward a more sustainable and just Fairborn.