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Our History
For over 115 years Gladden has been serving the Franklinton and surrounding communities.
1905
Founded by Reverend Washington Gladden and Ms. Celia Jeffrey as a neighborhood mission of First Congregational Church
1913
Gladden Serves as an emergency shelter for victims of flood.
1923
Gladden incorporated as an independent nonprofit agency
1923
Gladden becomes charter member of Columbus Community Chest/Associated Charities
1953
Gladden after occupying 3 other locations, Gladden moves to current location at the corner of Hawkes and Town
1959
Gladden serves as emergency shelter for victims of flood
1992
$2.8 million dollar capital campaign
1995
Renovation of existing building and 12,000 sq foot two story addition completed
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