About Us

Explore Our Commitment and Vision for Positive Change

Learn about our nonprofit’s core mission and guiding principles, presenting a clear summary of our objectives and the impact we strive to achieve. It shares the vision that shapes our initiatives and future goals.

Discover Our Mission and Lasting Impact

Learn about our commitment to making a difference and the positive change we strive to create together.

Community Empowerment

We foster local growth and provide resources that uplift individuals and strengthen communities for a brighter future.

Sustainable Initiatives

Our projects focus on long-term solutions that protect the environment and promote responsible development.

Inclusive Outreach

We engage diverse groups to ensure everyone has a voice and access to the opportunities they deserve.

Meet Our Dedicated Team

Discover the passionate individuals driving our mission forward.

Michael Ford


Mike Ford likes to say that people don’t choose Amesville, Amesville chooses them. The village chose him in 2019, when he and his husband Steve purchased a house built in 1877 for the family of Dr. William Adair, the village physician. The house was later home to Thomas Ewing Clark, who married Dr. Adair’s daughter Rena and was Amesville’s mayor for many years. Living in such an historic home may or may not have inspired Mike to join the village council, where he served for five years before becoming mayor himself in 2026. When he isn’t mayoring, Mike is writing and has published a lot of books. You can find out more about those at www.michaelthomasford.com.

Adrienne Tevis

Adrienne Tevis was born and raised just outside of Amesville, a place that has always felt like home. She’s a second-generation owner of Airclaws Heating and Cooling, proudly located in Amesville in the building that once housed the Manna House — where she remembers stopping in for penny candy as a kid. When she’s not working, Adrienne enjoys traveling, being outdoors, and spending time with family.

George Wood

George Wood has lived with his wife, Marcia Burchby, in Amesville since 1981. They raised their two sons, Michael and John here. George has been both high school principal and school superintendent in the local school system and has served on both the Amesville Village Council and the Amesville Volunteer Fire Department. He likes to hike, fly fish, and writes fiction about live and times in Clemens, a small Appalachian town based on Amesville.

Inspiring Stories from Our Community

Discover our mission, vision, and the impact we strive to create as a non-profit organization.

How Our Organization Makes a Difference

This profile highlights the challenges we address and the positive change we foster through our dedicated programs.

Building a Better Future Through Commitment

This story explores how we tackle social issues, inspire volunteers, and achieve meaningful community impact.

Empowering Communities with Purpose-Driven Initiatives

This case study demonstrates how our efforts enhance lives by providing resources, education, and support.

Discover Our Mission and Join Us Today

Learn about our impact, support our cause, and find out how you can contribute to meaningful change. Together, we can make a difference.