Take Care

Believing a colorful figure deserves a colorful remembrance, Tender Mercies collaborated with ArtWorks on a mural of Jerry Springer, famous for his role as Cincinnati mayor and iconic talk show host.

The new mural, dedicated on Saturday at Tender Mercies, 24 West 12th St., Cincinnati, bears Springer's signature sign-off “take care of yourself and each other.” The mural and motto reflect Springer's support of philanthropic endeavors, including advocacy for social justice issues and support for charitable organizations.

The mural also includes a QR code that takes viewers to a page with a short appeal from Springer's colleague Courtis Fuller and offers the opportunity to donate to Tender Mercies on the spot, as an ongoing fundraising effort for the organization.

Springer was a generous supporter of Tender Mercies for 25 years. He had a legacy of supporting the Cincinnati nonprofit dedicated to providing housing and support services for homeless adults with histories of severe mental illness.