WHY OHIO?
42+
Adult entertainment industry establishments in Columbus alone
15,000+
Potential victims of exploitation and trafficking online in Cincinnati, Dayton, and Columbus
5th
Ohio's ranking for its number of human trafficking cases per capita in America.
OUR STORY
Sharing the hope & love of Jesus with exploited & trafficked women in Ohio…
In 2009, two volunteers from Louisville, KY moved to Cincinnati to plant a church, and they wanted to bring the ministry of Scarlet Hope with them. These two women began serving in one local strip club in Greater Cincinnati, each week bringing in a home-cooked meal. God was at work, and volunteers began to join the team, and they faithfully served Greater Cincinnati for many years.
In 2022, we expanded our ministry to have a greater impact in Ohio. The adult entertainment industry is largely moving online, and Ohio is no exception. We’ve identified over 15,000 potential victims of exploitation and trafficking online in Cincinnati, Dayton, and Columbus. That’s why we are focusing our efforts on reaching women online through our text outreach software and connecting them to local resources in cities that are closest to them. Our prayer is that God will build a network of hope within Ohio to reach all women in the adult entertainment industry with the hope of the gospel that they may find freedom in Christ.
Our Efforts
We are focusing our efforts on Columbus currently. As we build connections and our ministry grows, we hope to have local efforts in Cincinnati and Dayton as well. Learn more about efforts to reach Ohio’s adult entertainment industry with the hope of the gospel, one woman at a time.
Get Involved
We cannot do any of this without our incredible team of volunteers. Read more about how you can serve and fill out the interest form to get in touch.
Life at Scarlet Hope Ohio
Join an Outreach Team
Columbus Thursdays | 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Volunteers bring meals, build relationships, and offer prayer inside local clubs.
Cook Teams
Columbus Flexible scheduling
Prepare desserts for weekly outreach nights. Flexible scheduling based on the outreach calendar.
Participate in Digital Outreach
Columbus Biweekly Tuesdays | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Location: Scarlet Hope Office Virtual option available Dayton First Monday of each month | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Virtual option available Cincinnati Launching Soon
We are currently building a consistent Digital Outreach team. If you are interested, we would love to connect.
Defenders
Columbus Thursdays | 9:00 PM – 12:00 AM Meet at the Scarlet Hope Office
Defenders provide safety and logistical support during outreach nights.
Impact in Ohio
11,587+
of women reached in 2025
421
of women requested prayer
143
referrals to safe partnerships and care programs
Behind every number is a woman who now knows she is seen, loved, and not forgotten by God.
Give hope to exploited & trafficked women in Ohio
Your donation will be designated to furthering our mission in Columbus, Cincinnati, and Dayton, OH