Founded by Reverend Washington Gladden and Ms. Celia Jeffrey as a neighborhood mission of First Congregational Church

Gladden Serves as an emergency shelter for victims of flood.

Gladden incorporated as an independent nonprofit agency

Gladden becomes charter member of Columbus Community Chest/Associated Charities

Gladden after occupying 3 other locations, Gladden moves to current location at the corner of Hawkes and Town

Gladden serves as emergency shelter for victims of flood

$2.8 million dollar capital campaign

Renovation of existing building and 12,000 sq foot two story addition completed