Nicholas J. Bankston

It’s day 100! In just this short period of time we’ve done a lot including 2 of my favorite accomplishments: investing over $500K dollars into small & minority businesses and creating 1,300+ new jobs! Let’s keep making sure we’re building a city fitting for the next generation 🎉

Great to visit Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses @cscc_edu to welcome the new cohort of Columbus small business owners in the @GS10KSmallBiz program, which provides business education, support services and access to capital for growth-oriented entrepreneurs.

Black History Month is fast approaching and Council will once again honor community leaders and members who've greatly impacted our city. Nominations are now open for the Poindexter Awards. RSVP to this year’s event and submit your nominations at columbus.gov/council.

The City of Columbus is now accepting grant applications to support nonprofit organizations that offer summer youth programming. LEARN MORE ▶️ bit.ly/2025SYPF

To learn more and apply, please visit the 2025 City of Columbus Summer Youth Program Grant Application at app.smartsheet.com/b/form/d6e0fe4….

Special thanks to the Columbus Metro Club for the opportunity to speak as a panelist on the forum of From Vacant to Vibrant: The Future of Retail in Downtown Columbus. columbusmetroclub.org/event/from-vac…

It’s National Digital Inclusion Week! More than ever, we must come together to ensure every member of our Columbus community is included in the growing digital landscape. Digital skills are life skills and it is crucial we bridge the digital divide TOGETHER. #DIW2024

Huge thanks to everyone who helped us surpass our goal this year! We collected 155 units of blood, potentially helping 465 patients in the fight against sickle cell. Special shoutout to my team, and the @americanredcross for making this happen.

Following a successful phase one, applications for phase two of the Downtown Ground Floor Growth initiative are now open! This initiative helps small businesses thrive and transforms downtown into a vibrant marketplace. Apply here: tinyurl.com/yaf6pnwf

The application for phase 2 of our Ground Floor Growth Initiative is now live! The link to the application can be accessed docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…. The application will close on Friday, October 18th at midnight.

In 2023, over 69,000 complaints were sent to the FBI about crypto fraud. @SenSherrodBrown comprehensive approach that goes beyond a focus on peer to peer payment platforms is needed to fight scams. apnews.com/article/crypto… (apnews.com/article/crypto…)

As Chair of the Finance Committee I will be hosting one virtual and two neighborhood-based public hearings to discuss the City of Columbus’s 2024 capital improvements budget.

We want to engage every corner of our community in the City’s historic zoning code update to promote more housing, walkability, and mixed-use growth. This Saturday morning: calling all young professionals and small businesses to come talk zoning with @NickBankston and me!

Explore new possibilities for your business at our 2024 Supplier Diversity & Procurement Summit. Learn about funding opportunities and connect with government agencies, industry experts, entrepreneurs, & professionals to help your business grow. Register: bit.ly/2024SDPS

Join us this Saturday, May 11th, 10:00 A.M - 2:00 P.M for a community event hosted by Columbus City Council! Learn about proposed zoning code changes and engage with city leaders. Open to young professionals and small business owners. zone-in-columbus.hub.arcgis.com #ZoneInColumbus

Looking forward to a frugal discussion regarding our Zone In initiative this evening from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm at 141 N. Front St.

Join us on May 1st from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm for a community night hosted by Columbus City Council, focusing on the Zone In initiative for the Black community and Black-led organizations. Learn about proposed zoning code changes, ask questions, and engage with Council members.

Zone-In Gallery Community Night w/Councilmember Bankston Tonight! Come out and have your voices heard and questions answered about the upcoming changes to our city. Hope to see you there! zone-in-columbus.hub.arcgis.com/events/gallery…

Join me on Thursday, April 4th, at 5 pm for the 2nd annual Small Business Round Up event, presented in collaboration with the Columbus Department of Development and the Office of Diversity and Inclusion.

Are you passionate about civic engagement and local governance? We're thrilled to announce openings for our City Council Internship program! Dive into the heart of decision-making, gain valuable experience, and make a real impact in your community. Apply now!

Councilmember @NickBankston's discretionary funds made a big impact at East High School, ensuring students have the uniforms and instruments they need to thrive. Together, we're building a brighter future for our youth! #CommunityFirst #MakingADifference