Workforce & Adult Education

At the Guild’s Work Readiness Academy™ individuals can establish a firm foundation to build successful careers through workshops and our cornerstone programs.

High School Equivalency
Language, reading, and math skills needed to earn a high school equivalency certificate.

ESOL
English classes for speakers of other languages.

Career Bridges
Focuses on improving both technical and essential skills through training and education.

Youth Workforce Development
Year-round programming that includes afterschool programming and summer employment training for young adults grades 9-12 and post high school graduation.
Youth & Family

We offer a balanced and comprehensive array of year-round programming to support youth as they develop academically, socially, and emotionally.

IgniteU
IgniteU enhances the student experience in grades K-8 and improves their academic outcomes and focuses on career discovery.

Summer Camps
Week long summer camps and programs.
Camp Mary Orton

Our mission is to strengthen families and communities by providing opportunities for personal growth and a place to experience nature and respite.

Summer Camps
Week long summer camps and programs.

Events & Facility Rentals
Host your wedding, graduation party, birthday, reunion, barbecue, dance, picnic, corporate event, or other celebration at Camp Mary Orton.

Weddings
The historic Lodge at Camp Mary Orton is the ideal location for a wedding.

Corporate Meetings & Team Building
Thousands of corporate teams, athletic teams and community organizations in Central Ohio have escaped the board room for a unique, fun and impactful experience at Camp.
Blue Bow Tie
Get Involved

Join our work to provide programs and services for youth and adults to increase their social and economic mobility.

Donate
Gifts enable the Guild to create more Impact and reach more people. Your donation moves individuals and families closer to economic and social mobility.

Attend a Guild Event
Join us to learn, connect and give back with others who are passionate about the region.

Partner With Us
Help us educate, engage and empower our community.

News
Updates and news from Godman Guild.

Attend a Guild Event

Godman Guild Association is creating lasting change in our community. One way we do this is by providing you with opportunities to learn, connect and give back with others who are passionate about the region. Will you join us?

Our next event is coming soon.

Mobility Makers 2025

Mobility Makers 2025 brought together innovators, community leaders, and supporters for an inspiring evening focused on shaping the future of mobility and opportunity. Held at The Fives in Columbus, the event highlighted Godman Guild’s mission to create pathways to success through education and workforce development. Guests enjoyed networking, a VIP reception, and powerful impact stories that underscored the organization’s role as a catalyst for change. The night was a fundraising triumph, generating over $58,000 with a $25,000 match from the American Electric Power Foundation, amplifying the impact for programs that empower youth and strengthen communities.