Breaking the cycle of poverty and despair is our mission. For many, that cycle lasts for generations. That’s what inspired James Gamble of Procter & Gamble to found City Gospel Mission back in 1924. Our focus has always been on relationships, and with support from hundreds of churches and countless volunteers, we help thousands of people and families each year in the Greater Cincinnati Area.

Princesses Ballet began in 2003 with 8 girls and has grown to serving 450 girls! The program serves girls ages 3-18 at 12 sites across Greater Cincinnati. Our dancers are from low-income families. The majority of participants could not otherwise afford private dance lessons. Princesses Ballet is provided for free, except a modest cost for dance wear.

The program, with a mentoring approach and a focus toward success for each girl, helps girls build character, self-esteem, discipline, and a love of dance.