Emergency Assistance (PRC) Car Repair

Emergency Assistance (PRC) Car Repair is sponsored by Franklin County Department of Job & Family Services. Franklin County PRC emergency assistance programs provide one-time assistance to low-income families facing unexpected challenges, including auto repairs and maintenance for work transportation. The goal is to help families stabilize and become self-sufficient.

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Visit the website to schedule an appointment. They also provide car seat checks/inspections to make sure car seats are installed correctly. Families outside of Franklin County can visit the Safe Kids website to find car seat assistance and inspection programs.

240 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215 Columbus Public Health Website: cphsystems. org/car-seats Find Other Safe Kids Programs: safekids. org/find-your-safe-kids Drive to Succeed Driver Education Scholarships This scholarship program helps cover the cost of driver education for Ohio youth.

Students apply for the scholarship, which is paid directly to the approved driving school. Applicants must be 15 1/2 to 20 years old, be a resident of the state of Ohio, possess a valid Ohio temporary driving permit, and be eligible for SNAP benefits. Visit the website to complete an application.

Scholarships are given on a first-come, first-served basis while funds last. General Program Information: otso. ohio.

gov/grants/driver-training-grants/drive-to-succeed-2026 Application for Franklin County: drivetosucceed. org Franklin County Department of Job & Family Services (JFS) Provides financial, medical, and social service programs in Franklin County.

Programs include cash assistance (Ohio Works First, LEAP), help paying for child care, food assistance (Ohio Direction Card/SNAP/EBT, WIC), medical assistance (Medicaid, Healthy Start), and Ohio Means Jobs assistance for job seekers. Emergency Assistance (PRC) funds may be requested for a maximum of $2,000 to use towards overdue rent and utility bills, car repairs; or damages as a result of a natural disaster, housefire, or flood.

Visit the website to view specific eligibility requirements for each program, and to start your application. People outside of Franklin County should visit their local county Department of Job and Family Services.

East Opportunity Center: 1055 Mount Vernon Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43203 Northland Opportunity Center: 1721 Northland Park Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43229 West Opportunity Center: 314 North Wilson Road, Columbus, Ohio 43204 Customer Access Center: (844) 640-6446 Medicaid Transportation: (614) 233-2381 Ohio Medicaid Consumer Hotline: (800) 324-8680 Workforce Development: (614) 212-1800 Ohio Direction EBT Card Assistance: (866) 386-3071 Find Your Local ODJFS Office: jfs.

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franklincountyohio. gov Non-profit providing free, donated vehicles to families at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level. Recipients must cover tag/title/registration fees, insurance, and are responsible for the ongoing maintenance of the vehicle.

The charity does not have inventory and distributes cars as they are donated, so there may be considerable wait time. Go online and fill out the Vehicle Request Form to request help. You can also use the website to donate your vehicle or contact the organization.

Provides income-based case management services, emergency assistance services, financial services, computer literacy and workforce development programs. Most of the programs are for Franklin County residents living at or below 125% of the Federal Poverty Level. Visit the website or call for more information.

Emergency Assistance Services : Financial assistance for household items, car repairs, burial support, transportation, water and energy (HEAP) assistance, food giveaways during the summer. Energy Assistance Services : Free home repairs through their Home Weatherization Assistance Program (HWAP) and energy efficient lighting and refrigerator/freezer replacement through their AEP Program.

Empowerment Services : Computer classes, financial services, re-entry program, workforce development/employment, vocational training and certification, and Smart Tax Prep. The Achieve More and Prosper (AMP) program provides youth mentorship and workforce development training for ages 16-24.

Columbus Food Rescue & Ro’s Kitchen : Fights food waste and inequity by rescuing excess foods to distribute to shelters and those facing food insecurity. Click the link to learn about donating food, requesting food for your organization, or volunteering. local-matters.

org/columbus-food-rescue Southside: 711 Southwood Ave, Columbus, Ohio 43207 Westside: 4129 West Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43228 AMP (Achieve More & Prosper): (614) 252-2799 Lutheran Social Services (LSS) 211 Central Ohio Faith-based organization providing a wide range of services across Ohio. Services include Faith Mission homeless shelter, food, health care, affordable senior living and domestic violence help.

Visit the website for detailed program information and for programs in Fairfield County. The LSS 211 Information and Referral network can connect you to food pantries and other social services across Franklin County and Ohio. LSS 211 Referral Line & Online Database Call 211 or (614) 221-2255 lssnetworkofhope.

org/211centralohio 1105 Schrock Rd, Columbus, OH 43229 Champion Avenue Food Pantry 1460 South Champion Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43206 All Pantry & Produce Locations: lssnetworkofhope. org/foodpantries/locations Pantry Registration: lssfoodpantries. org Offers primary care, dental, vision, HIV/STD testing, pharmacy, behavioral healthcare, and substance use disorder (SUD/MAT) treatment.

245 North Grant Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215 lssnetworkofhope. org/lsshealthcenter Faith Mission Franklin County Homeless Shelter Must call Homeless Hotline in advance to be assigned a bed: (614) 274-7000 217 North Grant Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215 Men’s Shelter: 599 East Eighth Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43201 lssnetworkofhope.

org/faithmission Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) Offers emergency shelter beds for veterans and help with housing stability for veteran families. CHOICES Domestic Violence Services Offers temporary housing, counseling, legal services, and peer support for survivors of domestic violence. 24-hour Domestic Violence Crisis Line: (614) 224-4663 lssnetworkofhope.

org/choices/services One Dublin (Formerly Welcome Warehouse) Serves individuals and families living in the Dublin City School District who are temporarily in need. Programs include Back-to-School Celebration for free school supplies and Adopt-Family/Adopt-A-Senior for holiday gifts. Emergency household assistance is available with referral for utilities, medical expenses, or transportation assistance.

Transportation assistance can be used for car payments, uber cards, or bus passes. Assistance is not provided for car repairs or rent/housing. The Mattress Program provides new twin mattresses for free, with sheets, mattress pads, and pillows based on availability.

The Community Free Shop provides gently used clothing, personal care items, and household essentials. Families can walk in and shop once every three months, no appointment needed. Visit the website for shop hours and additional program details.

Mailing Address: 7032 Hospital Drive, Dublin, Ohio 43016 Community Free Shop at Indian Run United Methodist Church: 6305 Brand Road, Dublin, Ohio 43016 Call or text: (614) 726-6958 Provides free auto repairs for income-eligible Columbus residents. The program covers repairs that would cause drivers to be pulled over by law enforcement for unsafe vehicles (such as safety lights, brakes, tires).

Applicants must have a valid driver’s license, car title/registration, and own the vehicle. Complete an application online. columbus.

gov/Government/Columbus-City-Attorney/Programs-Services/Project-Taillight St. Vincent de Paul (SVdP) Microloan Program Provides low-interest loans for one-time expenses to individuals living in Coshocton, Delaware, Fairfield, Franklin, Hardin, Knox, Licking, Ross, or Union County. Loans are for expenses such as a car repair, home repair, education, and medical expenses not covered by insurance.

They do not provide loans for expenses such as rent, food, or utilities. All applicants will be contacted by Microloan leaders who will help determine eligibility for a loan, coordinate with recipients and a local credit union, and connect applicants to local financial education workshops. 5969 East Main Street, Columbus, Ohio 43213 Contact for Delaware, Fairfield, Knox, Licking and Ross County: svdpcolumbus.

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