Grand Marshal

Alicia Ward

Grand Marshal Alicia Ward is a founder of Elevate Northland. She served seven years as President of Northland Community Council. Her advocacy for Northland has made us a stronger community.

Junior Grand Marshal

Xavier Toles

Xavier rode on the Columbus Zoo’s float.

Parade Singer

Ruben Minor

US Navy Veteran Ruben Minor rode in Joe’s historic C10 which won the Chosen Few Vette Club’s Best Vehicle Award!

NCC President

Christine Osero

Christine, in her first year as the NCC President, also serves Northland as Devonshire Civic Association’s President. Devonshire neighborhood consist’s of 1300 homes. This civic has been cleaning up Northland since 1962.

After participating in the parade, Christine circled back to the front to lead the Clean Up Crew! Thanks Christine!

Parade Co-Chair

Laura Bastin

Laura is the driving force behind the difficult task of obtaining our parade permit. At our registration tent, she verifies each parade participant’s description for the announcer to read & gets them to the announcer. She answers all of participants’ questions. She was in the parade with Sharon Woods Civic Association. Thanks Laura!

Parade Co-Chair

Mike Troolin

Mike makes sure the first 4 VIP’s have a ride, a sound system is available for our national anthem, participants don’t fall behind, the parade agenda is followed, that the award winning moments are documented, all of the printed materials are ready when needed. He also serves the Northland Community as KWPCA’s president. As the last parade participant, Mike gets feedback from the parade’s spectators which were very positive!

Politician

Friends of Janeece Keyes-Shanklin

Keyes for Columbus City School Board. Keyes a Northland Community resident, mother of four successful graduates of Columbus City Schools, endorsed by the Columbus Education Association, an advocate for students.

Politician

Tiara Ross for the People

Tiara Ross, candidate for Columbus City Council

Politician

Emmanuel Remy for Columbus

Columbus City Councilmember Emmanuel Remy

Politician

Neighbors for Chris Wyche

Columbus City Councilmember Christopher Wyche

Politician

Miranda for Education

Dr. Antoinette Miranda is a candidate for the Columbus City School Board

Politician

Zach Klein – Columbus City Attorney

Zach Klein is proud to serve as YOUR Columbus City Attorney, working everyday to keep all our communities safe, clean and thriving.

Politician

Friends of Kimberley Mason

Hey Columbus! It’s your community candidate-Kimberley Mason! Thanks for coming out today! Please grab a giveaway, join the PAC, & remember your vote, is your voice this November!

Politician

The Committee to Elect Jermaine Kennedy

Dr. Jermaine Kennedy for Columbus City School Board.

Politician

Rep. Ismail Mohamed

I am State Rep. Mohamed. I will have about 8-10 volunteers with my t-shirt with me. We are honored to participate on this parade

School

Imagine Columbus Primary Academy

Imagine Columbus Primary Academy is a K-8 public school serving the northland community for over 20 years. Now enrolling for fall. Come find us on Heaton Rd

Restaurant

Yogi’s Hoagies

Yogi’s Hoagies has been a Northland staple for 48 years. We are family owned and operated and make the best sandwiches in the 43229. Call us or order online!

Business

Coughlin Cars

Let Mark Thomas help you find your next vehicle. 614-329-1717 or MarkThomas@CoughlinCars.com

Organization

YMCA of Central Ohio North Branch

Our programs and services are focused on three primary areas of impact – Youth Development, Healthy Living, Social Responsibility

Business

New Americans Magazine

The New Americans magazine is a general interest magazine covering the new American, immigrant, refugee and the Columbus communities. Established in 2016, it broadcasts daily online to 62 communities

Civic Association

KWPCA

KWPCA is a volunteer run organization improving community life in the Karmel Woodward Park neighborhood of Northland! The American Eagle is a symbol of freedom, strength, and courage!

Cheer Team

Oakland Park Elementary school cheer

R.D.D.C

Church

North Church of Christ in Christian Union

Child Care

Forest Park Christian Early Learning Center

Church

RCCG Triumphant Chapel

Cheer Team

Northland High School Cheer

Cheer Team

Briggs HD Cheer and Drill

Cheer Team

KIPP Columbus High School Cheerleaders

2025-26 KIPP Columbus High School Cheerleaders

Dance Team

Royal Dynamic Dance Company

We are a dance team and will be dancing through the parade

Auto Club

Chosen Few Vette Club

Chosen Few Vette Club is a 501c3 that believes in supporting the community (Children, women, homeless), as “For many are called, but few are chosen”, Matthew 22:14.

Dance Team

Dream Elite Dance Company

We are a competitive dance team full of youth. We do this to keep young kids out the street and busy

Civic Association

Clinton Estates Civic Association

Clinton Estates invites everyone to their Neighborhood Yard Sales, which happens on July 12th from 9a until 2p! We are south of Morse, north of Cooke. Join us!

Organization

NIDOA Ohio Chapter

Nigerians in Diaspora Organization in the Americas – The Ohio Chapter

Dance Team

Dream elite dance company

We are a first year majorette dance team with a good sister hood and putting smiles on kids faces

Organization

Parade VIP

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Join us at the Columbus Zoo for the new North America Trek, Zoombezi Bay’s Conservation Tower, and the Wilds Hellbender RV Park! Return in fall for Columbus Zoo Lantern Festival!

Also on the float is this year’s Junior Grand Marshal Xavier Toles!

Church

Amazing Grace Baptist Church

Amazing Grace Baptist Church. Preaching the the gospel truth from God’s Holy book

Church

Maize Road Baptist Church

Maize Road Baptist Church cordially invites you to join their Wonder Junction VBS next week (July 7-11). All are welcome to attend the Community Block Party on July 11. YEE-HAW!!!

Cheer Team

Mifflin Youth Association

Mifflin Sharks Youth Association “Where education and play lead to disciplined youth” has been serving our community for 54 years through football, cheerleading, and mentorship.

Civic Association

Parade VIP

Sharon Woods Civic Association

Established in 1967; Sharon Woods Civic Association is a non-profit operated exclusively for the civic betterment of the Sharon Woods neighborhood. We have approximately 1,850 residences within our boundaries.

Parade Co-Chair Laura will be participating with this group.

Government

Franklin County Emergency Management and Homeland Security

Franklin County Emergency Management & Homeland Security coordinates county-wide disaster planning, community education, warning, training, response and recovery efforts to prepare and protect all residents before, during, and after disasters.

Cheer Team

OPTS CHEER

OPTS CHEETAHS CHEER from Oakland Park elementary school

Organization

Bhutanese Community of Central Ohio

The Bhutanese Community of Central Ohio provides vital culturally appropriate services to more than 30,000 Bhutanese, other former refugees and the mainstream community in Northland and greater Central Ohio.

Church

Crossover Church TORMI

It’s a local multicultural church with a global reach for 13 years. It is committed to serving Jesus and caring for people. It is located at 1934 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus.

Civic Association

Forest Park Civic Association

Since 1962, the Forest Park Civic Association, a non-profit, all-volunteer organization, has performed a vital function in the community. It sponsors and coordinates an array of activities for its residents.

Cheer Team

Mifflin High School Cheerleeaders

Representing Home of the Mifflin Cowpunchers built in the early 1970’s.These girls are full of school spirit and not to mention student athletes.Academics are always first with this team.

Government

CITY OF COLUMBUS

CITY OF COLUMBUS / DIVISION OF WATER RECLAMATION. POWER CLEANING SECTION.

Government

Franklin County metro parks

Metro Parks conserves open spaces while providing places and opportunities that encourage people to discover and experience nature.

Organization

Ghana Council, Columbus, Ohio

Individual

Parade VIP

Joe’s historic C10

Joe is proudly showing us his 1978 Chevy C10. Riding with Joe is his daughter Aniyah. We would like to wish everyone a great 4th of July weekend.

Joe is honored to have US Navy Veteran Ruben Minor riding with him and his daughter. Ruben is this year’s national anthem singer.

Organization

Women’s Federation For World Peace

WFWP USA is an extraordinary NGO dedicated to empower women to create a lasting impact in the world. wfwp.us

Government

Columbus Recreation and Parks Department

Howard/Far East Recreation Center Parks Cheer , we build on self esteem and confidence through , spoken word , and Modeling…. Our motto : Together We Can Do This !

Cheer Team

Legacies United Foundation supporting The Cheer Institute

Legacies United Foundation, a nonprofit of 10 years, proudly supports youth through its TCI Cares initiative—offering financial, academic, wellness, therapeutic, and kinship support for athletes and families.

Educational Program

LifeWise. – CityWide

LifeWise – CityWide provides a character based Bible education to students in the Columbus City school district; off site, during school hours, with parental permission, through the released time program.

Cheer Team

Howard /Far East Marauders

Howard/Far East Recreation Center where we built on Confidence and Self esteem through Cheer, dance, spoken word, modeling! Motto: Together we can do This

Veteran

Chief James Camechis

James Camechis of Forest Park, a retired US Army veteran, who is very Patriotic in his 1992 Ford Mustang GT.

Organization

Elevate Northland

Elevate Northland connects people and creates opportunity! Check out our warehouse and coworking space for local businesses and nonprofits at Morse and 71 near the skating rink! ElevateNorthland.org for info.

Cheer Team

Beechcroft High School Cheerleading

Lady Cougars Cheer from Beechcroft High School

Marching Band

Northland High School Marching Band

The Northland High School Marching Band. Go Vikings.

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