The Brightside Project was founded in 2016 by a father-daughter team, Scott Lewis and Lisa Vittorio. With over 2 decades combined of experience working with low-income and underserved families they decided to launch a non-profit that would reach out directly to the children. Children in Columbiana County and surrounding communities in Northeast Ohio are hurting. They are struggling to see a bright future as they battle against hunger, poverty, drug abuse, neglect and complex emotional and mental health issues. The Brightside Project was launched to meet the needs of these children. We know that they have basic needs that need met with food and personal care items. We know they have social/emotional needs that can be met through mentorship, friendship and love. We know that these children experience dark moments in life but even in the darkest times we can show them there is a brightside. Our mission is to equip and empower children to reach their full potential in life by building resiliency and giving them hope.