CINCINNATI (July 8, 2026) – The Christ Hospital Health Network and Joseph-Beth Booksellers invites employees, patients, visitors and the community to support local students through a Buy a Book, Give a Book campaign.
Customers can participate at the Joseph-Beth Gift Shop in The Christ Hospital in Mt. Auburn from July 14-16. For each book purchased during this time, another book will be included in a backpack distributed through United Way of Greater Cincinnati’s Backpacks for Success initiative.
Each year, United Way collects and assembles backpacks full of supplies for thousands of students throughout Greater Cincinnati. Thanks to this new partnership, donated books will add an extra opportunity for learning and imagination, helping students build excitement for the school year ahead.
"We know that when students have the tools they need to learn, they're better prepared to succeed on the first day of school and throughout the year," said Moira Weir, President and CEO of United Way of Greater Cincinnati. "We're grateful to The Christ Hospital Health Network and Joseph-Beth for creating this opportunity for employees, patients and visitors to support local students. Partnerships like this show what's possible when organizations across our community come together to invest in the next generation."
The Christ Hospital Health Network has a longstanding relationship with United Way of Greater Cincinnati through employee workplace giving, volunteerism and leadership. Debbie Hayes, President & CEO at The Christ Hospital Health Network, serves as Vice Chair of United Way’s Board of Directors, reinforcing the shared commitment to strengthening the region.
“At The Christ Hospital Health Network, one way we ensure our community is thriving is by working with partners like United Way and Joseph-Beth to invest in children and families,” said Hayes. “Backpacks for Success allows our employees, patients and visitors to support children by beginning the school year with confidence and onto the path for future success. We’re proud to partner with Joseph-Beth and United Way to create opportunities that help young people thrive.”
Backpacks will be distributed at back-to-school events throughout the area in July and August. United Way’s goal is to provide backpacks to 3,550 students this summer.
About The Christ Hospital Health Network
The Christ Hospital Health Network consists of an acute care hospital located in Mt. Auburn, a remote hospital location in Liberty Township, five ambulatory outpatient centers and dozens of medical offices throughout the region. For 137 years, The Christ Hospital has provided compassionate care to those it serves. Made up of more than 1,300 physicians and more than 7,200 team members, our mission is to improve the health of our community by providing exceptional outcomes in an affordable way. The Network was recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the #1 hospital in the Cincinnati Region and named to Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals list in 2026.
About United Way of Greater Cincinnati
We empower everyone in our region to achieve economic well-being so our entire community can thrive – now and in the future. Founded in 1915, UWGC is one of the region’s largest nonprofit organizations. It is committed to working alongside policymakers, community partners and donors to promote educational success, financial empowerment and housing security. Learn more about UWGC’s work across nine counties in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana at UWGC.org. #UnitedWeThrive
About Joseph-Beth Gift Shop
Joseph-Beth Gift Shop at The Christ Hospital features local, national and global brands, beautifully displayed in an inviting space. The gift shop is designed to be a place of respite for caregivers, patients and visitors. Sister company, Joseph-Beth Booksellers, believes reading and learning help broaden hearts and minds and is honored to provide a place where ideas are shared, knowledge is gained and memories are created. A regional leader in hosting dynamic events with bestselling authors, Joseph-Beth Booksellers supports the community with its Gives Back Rewards program which has given more than $500,000 to local charities.
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