Our Mission
The Help Squad is a 501(c)3 Christian non-profit organization whose mission is to share hope, compassion and grace through a faith community collaborative. We assist families in crisis with short-term financial support and wrap-around services for food, clothing and shelter as well as new paths for life development strategies.
We focus our support in Colerain, Green and Delhi Townships, and Cheviot.
Our Core Values
Compassion | Connection | Authenticity
Human Dignity | Stewardship | Respect
Diversity | Transparency | Trust
Help without Judgment
The Need
Help Squad Coverage Areas
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11% Poverty Rate (4973 adults, 1167 children under 18 )
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19% $24,500 annual income or less
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8% Veteran Population
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6% Senior Population living in poverty (744)
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Students
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Low Percentage (24%) Post Secondary Education Degree
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53% on Food Assistance or Economically Disadvantaged
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Our Impact
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Homeless referrals
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Includes food, showers, clothing, disability, and shelter
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Family referrals from NWLSD
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Includes food, clothing, housing, daycare, and employment
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Individual Referrals from EMS or other for food, ID’s, finances, housing
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Logged est. 654 hrs/year OR 55 hrs/month
Meet our founder
Retired police sergeant saw a dire need
Brian Ibold is a retired police Sergeant, who throughout his 28 years in law enforcement, met many people in difficult circumstances.
Finding resources to assist those in serious need was very difficult. There were no agencies available that offered the kind of help every family's unique situation required. This was frustrating for everyone involved.
When Brian retired from the police force in 2020, he started a "One-Stop Shop" non-profit organization called "The Help Squad", to provide for those that found themselves in dire need, and had nowhere else to turn to for help.
Today The Help Squad main focus is on struggling single moms and dads and financially stressed families through economic assistance, services and prayer.
The Help Squad is a registered 501(C)3, non-profit organization and 100% of donations received go to make the lives of our client's better and are 100% tax deductible.
Meet our partners
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King's Closet
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SON Ministries
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Nate's Toybox
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Threads of Hope
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Pregnancy Care Center West
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Home Instead
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Bridgetown Church of Christ
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513Relief.org
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Hoeting Realtors
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Kemba Credit Union
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Green Township Police & Fire
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Colerain Township Police & Fire
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Colerain Chamber of Commerce
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Greater Northbrook Community
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Northwest Community Church
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Iron Sharpens Iron
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Side by Side Ministries
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Table of Hope
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Anderson Food Pantry
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Brogan Auto Repair
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Hamilton County Developmental Disabilities
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Random Acts of Kindness Volunteers, Supporters and many more
Meet our Board
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Vice President
Samantha Jasper
Samantha Jasper is a resident of Colerain Township, former business owner and currently employed as a graphic designer. She is the Program Director of Elife School Ministries, a non-denominational program designed to Encourage, Equip & Educate public school students through a holistic Christ-centered ‘Released Time Bible Education’ program within the Township’s school district. She also leads Pivot360 Care Center, which merged into The Help Squad in 2023, and serves her church in various capacities. Samantha’s strong passion to serving those in need with great care and compassion is broadly known and valued across Colerain Township. Her knowledge of available resources is extensive, making her an invaluable asset to The Help Squad
Treasurer
TBD
The Help Squad is Currently Seeking a Volunteer to fill this role.
Secretary
Aaron serves as Secretary of the Board of Directors for The Help Squad.
Professionally, Aaron is a Senior Project Architect at SHP, an architecture and engineering design firm in downtown Cincinnati, where he has worked for over 20 years. His work is focused on bringing complex visions to life for local and regional school districts supporting education throughout the State of Ohio. His architectural career experience equips him with strong project oversight, strategic leadership, and organizational structure.
Driven by a passion for giving back to the community where Aaron and his family live, he is deeply committed to The Help Squad’s mission of sharing hope, compassion, and grace. He values the organization's faith-based, collaborative approach to providing immediate financial support, food, clothing, and shelter to West Side families in crisis.
Aaron Buirley
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Social Media Coordinator
Lora Dakin
Lora Dakin is a Colerain Township resident for 57 years and member of the Colerain Police Academy since 2018. Formerly a Regional Account Manager at Union Central, she managed employees, administered retirement plans and served as the President of the Community Involvement Committee. Currently, Lora leads "A Greater Northbrook CommUNITY Group” focusing on neighborhood revitalization. Recently, she became a part-time employee with the Colerain Chamber of Commerce coordinating efforts of the “Team Up to Green Up” initiative promoting a Clean, green, and great place to work and play objective. She heads up The Help Squad’s Social Media needs. Lora's strong communication, customer service skills, and willingness to serve our community are highly valued and visible among businesses and residents in Colerain Township
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Fundraising Co-Chair
Cari Wynne
Cari Wynne, MSW, LISW-S, is a resident of Green Township. She has been the Supervisor of the Butler County Educational Service Center’s Success Program for 13 years. The Success Program places staff members in Butler County Schools, whose roles are to assist students and families who are under-sourced and struggling financially. Cari is a cofounder of Rethreads, a clothing ministry in Fairfield Ohio. She has been actively involved in leadership and mission in her church for many years.
Cari’s passion for serving the underprivileged is at the root of her role as our Fundraising Chair.
Fundraising Co-Chair
Jamie Ashcraft-Ward
Jamie Ashcraft-Ward new Fundraising Co-chair - is an Account Director at a Cincinnati marketing firm and a devoted mother who is passionate about serving her community. As a full-time single mom, she understands the challenges and pressures many families face and is committed to helping others whenever possible. Jamie hopes to lead by example for her daughter by living out her faith through service and compassion. She volunteers with The Help Squad supporting their mission to uplift families in need and provide resources to those facing financial hardship.
Outreach Coordinator
Nancy Ober
Nancy Ober is a retired P&G Contracts Consultant.
Her decision to volunteer grew from a deep sense that there is more to life than just going through the motions. Nancy said, "I felt a strong desire to give back in a meaningful way. So often, people say things would be better if someone would step up and make a difference. I realized that I am someone who can do that. After hearing about The Help Squad on a local radio show, I felt inspired. Even if my contribution seemed small, I believed I could make a difference—and that belief encouraged me to reach out and get involved."
Business Community Ambassador
Tim Fries
Tim Fries is the Chief Executive Officer of Corterra Group, a family of companies focused on creating meaningful connections through business, leadership, and service. As a servant leader, Tim is passionate about investing in people and helping individuals discover and develop the talents God has given them.
Throughout his career, Tim has focused on building organizations where people are valued and encouraged to grow personally, professionally, and spiritually. He believes business can be a powerful platform for positively impacting employees, families, and the communities they call home.
Tim’s commitment to The Help Squad is rooted in a shared belief that everyone deserves to be treated with dignity, compassion, and grace. He is passionate about meeting people where they are, helping remove barriers, and creating opportunities for individuals and families to move forward with hope and purpose.
Tim and his wife, Tracy, have been married for more than 35 years and have three children. His faith, family, and commitment to serving others are foundational to how he approaches both leadership and life.