- Columbus City Schools
- Partners
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Thank You To Our Partners!
Academics
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City Year
City Year is an Americorps program that sends diverse teams of young adults ages 18-26 to serve as student mentors and success coaches in systemically under-resourced schools across the United States.
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CollegeAdvantage, Ohio's 529 Plan
CollegeAdvantage offers Ohio's 529 Plan to families both in Ohio and nationwide – it's a tax-advantaged way to save for future college expenses.
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Columbus Early Learning Centers
Columbus Early Learning Centers has been serving families with young children since 1887. We not only provide subsidized and affordable child care so parents can work, we help young children develop and learn so they can be ready for success in school and in life.
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Hondros College of Nursing
We offer a PN and ADN program to achieve your nursing degree. Our no nonsense curriculum, expert staff and support services get you into the right program and then on the job.
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I Know I Can
I Know I Can’s programs provide advising and support for Columbus students from elementary school through college graduation.
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Jeremiah's Corner
Jeremiah's Corner is a special education consulting company that offers tutoring, parent advocacy, parent training, community resources plus so much more.
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Joint-Heir Ministries
JHM mission is to assist in eradicating global systemic poverty in its various forms through innovative community and economic development strategies that transform lives, cities, and nations. Services and resources available to the K-12 community.
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Marburn Education Collaborative
Marburn Education Collaborative, a Marburn Academy program, increases access to community resources and academic support services for students who learn differently. Offerings include the Free Early Reading Screening program for Pre-k—2nd-grade students, after-school Orton-Gillingham reading tutoring for K-5th grade students, and after-school reading comprehension/writing tutoring for 2nd-8th grade students.
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NCUS TEC
NCUS TEC bridges the tech skills and opportunity gap with in-demand career pathways. We provide accelerated learning that leads to gainful employment. As an institution of higher education offering credentialed, competency-based education, we help students take a step closer to their personal and professional goals and provide guidance on the steps to building a viable career for today’s job market.
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Pass the Class
At Pass the Class we hope to grow our program to help those in need by connecting with at-risk and youth experiencing homelessness all around the country with students from their local universities. Our programs will consist of educational outreach at local facilities for those facing homelessness through in-person and online tutoring/mentorship.
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Schwartz Tutoring
Schwartz Tutoring provides fully-funded tutoring to all Columbus City Schools students through the Ohio ACE Program, which gives a $1,000 credit per child for qualified learning activities.
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Summer Success
Summer Success is a program for 4 and 5-year-olds the summer before they go to kindergarten. The program helps your child learn school readiness skills including math, language, literacy, and school routines.
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The Ohio State University Center for Automotive Research
The Center for Automotive Research (CAR) is the preeminent research center in sustainable and safe mobility in the United States and an interdisciplinary research center in The Ohio State University’s College of Engineering with a concentration on preparing the next generation of automotive leaders.
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YMCA- Hilltop
We're an inclusive organization of individuals joined together by a shared commitment to nurture the potential of kids, promote healthy living and foster a sense of social responsibility.
After School Programs
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Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Ohio
Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Ohio provide a fun, safe and constructive environment for kids and teens during out-of-school hours, including summer and after school. Clubs offer programs and services to help young people succeed in school, develop leadership skills, and maintain healthy lifestyles.
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Central Community House
Since 1936 Central Community House (CCH) has offered programs and services that empower families living in the Near East and South Side to reach their full potential, to be self-supporting, and to live cooperatively with all others. CCH offers year-round opportunities for individuals of all ages.
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Central Community House - TRANSIT ARTS
TRANSIT ARTS, a program of Central Community House (CCH), is a citywide youth arts development program working in partnership with the Ohio Alliance for Arts Education, members of the Columbus Federation of Settlements, and more than 100 additional partners.
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Columbus Children's Theatre
At CCT we educate and involve people of all backgrounds in the theatre arts. Through our programs, we foster self-esteem and self-discovery by emphasizing discipline, integrity, team-building, and communication skills in a positive and creative environment. Your future with theatre begins here.
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Community for New Direction
CND reaches the most at-need populations and responds to community needs, serving inner-city economically distressed neighborhoods.
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Femergy
We are a non-profit that provides girls and women with the resources, tools, and skills they need to combat and overcome gender barriers in the public and private spheres. Our holistic programs enhance girls and women in the areas of Education, Leadership, Health, and Wellness by encouraging them to explore and celebrate their strengths, their voices, who they are today, and who they will become in the future.
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First Tee - Central Ohio
First Tee-Central Ohio is a youth development organization that enables kids to build the strength of character that empowers them through a lifetime of new challenges. By seamlessly integrating the game of golf with a life skills curriculum, we create active learning experiences that build inner strength, self-confidence, and resilience that kids can carry to everything they do.
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Girls on the Run
Girls on the Run is an after-school program dedicated to empowering girls in 3rd-8th grade by combining life skills lessons with physical activity, fostering their emotional, social, and physical well-being. Through our curriculum, Girls on the Run equips girls with tools to navigate challenges, build healthy relationships, develop a positive self-image, and make confident choices.
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Kadiant
Kadiant delivers the highest quality Applied Behavior Analysis therapy and related to children, adolescents, teens, and adults on the autism spectrum. Our treatment programs are always individualized, and keep each client’s abilities and goals in focus to reach milestones that matter and achieve long-term outcomes.
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Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.
The Kappa League provides multifaceted mentoring, educational, and training programs, which assist African American males from 12 to 18 years of age. The program provides students with knowledge and tools that will allow them to excel in the classroom and in the real world. The topics they learn will provide a strong foundation as they become responsible adults.
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Leaders Emerging and Developing
LEAD hosts various STEM Clubs catering to students from Kindergarten to 12th grade, aiming to introduce them to diverse STEM fields and equip them for college and future post-secondary prospects. In addition, we provide tutoring services to support students in their academic journey.
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Ohio Driver Training Program Office
The Ohio Driver Training Program Office provides support to teens and parents who are interested in learning about how to obtain their driver's license. We provide information and materials on how to keep teens safe on the roads and how to find local driving schools.
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Ohio Wildlife Center
Ohio Wildlife Center is dedicated to fostering awareness and appreciation for Ohio's native wildlife through rehabilitation, education, and wildlife health studies. We provide programs for people of all ages both on-site at our outdoor education facility in Powell, OH as well as through traveling exhibits! Come learn about the wonders of wildlife with us.
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Rickenbacker Woods Foundation
The Rickenbacker Woods Foundation offers award-winning after-school programs for young people at no cost. Our Inborn Excellence Initiative, now entering its sixth year provides after-school care for students in 2nd through 5th grades.
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TECH CORPS
TECH CORPS develops technology programs and deploys tech-savvy talent to assist K-12 students and teachers. TECH CORPS programs are not computer literacy programs but instead, programs that empower students to become active creators and designers with technology versus passive consumers and users.
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The Contemporary Theatre of Ohio
Welcome to The Contemporary Theatre of Ohio (formerly CATCO). Our purpose is to harness the transformational power of theatre that engages with our current moment to inspire a community of empathy.
ARC
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American Red Cross - Blood Services
Did you know that every 2 seconds, someone needs blood? We will have information for you about giving blood and how you can be a lifesaver. We will also have information about sickle cell disease and how you can help.
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American Red Cross - Disaster Cycle Services
Smoke Alarms Save Lives! Did you know that if a fire starts in your home, you may have just two minutes to escape? Learn how to stay safe and create a home fire escape plan.
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American Red Cross - F.A.S.T. (First Aid Service Team)
Learn Important First Aid Skills, such as: How to clean and bandage a wound properly, the types of supplies needed in a first aid kit, and tips and tricks for heat-related illnesses.
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Central Ohio Poison Center
Central Ohio Poison Center provides poison emergency treatment advice from expert nurses and pharmacists for the public. Calls are confidential, free and answered 24/7.
CCS
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Child Development Council of Franklin County Head Start
Child Development Council of Franklin County, Inc. Enriching the Lives of Children & Families.
City of Columbus
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City of Columbus - Civil Service Commission
Civil Service is the employment portal for the City of Columbus. I would like to provide information to parents and potential students about employment opportunities with the City.
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City of Columbus Department of Neighborhoods
The City of Columbus Department of Neighborhoods - My Brother's Keeper and Commission on Black Girls creates opportunities and provides support for boys and young of color and black girls
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Columbus City Council
Columbus City Council consists of seven at-large members representing more than 900,000 residents and are elected to serve a four-year term.
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Columbus Police Recruiting
The Columbus Division of Police is excited to showcase our youth-centered law enforcement programs. The Public Safety Corps program and Cadet program are designed to get teens and young adults involved and interested in careers in law enforcement. These programs are a direct pathway to a career with Columbus Police.
Health and Wellness
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Adaptive Sports Connection
Empowering the human spirit since 1992, Adaptive Sports Connection is a 501 (c) (3) organization dedicated to serving children, veterans, and adults with disabilities through outdoor and therapeutic recreation and education.
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Anthem BCBS
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Sheild is the Ohio Medicaid plan that plans on everything. You want a health plan you can count on to help keep you and your family healthy. With Anthem you get all your regular Medicaid benefits and services, plus lots of free extras just for being a member.
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CareSource
CareSource is a Managed Care Plan that is dedicated to making a lasting difference in our members lives by improving their health and well-being.
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Chrysalis Health Ohio
It is our mission at Chrysalis Health Ohio to ensure our clients achieve optimal levels of well-being through the provision of compassionate, innovative, and effective behavioral health and wellness services.
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Columbus Public Health
Columbus Public Health protects the health and improves the lives of nearly 1 million residents through more than 40 public health programs. We protect the health and safety of the community through diverse services, such as restaurant inspections, STI testing and treatment, women’s health and wellness services, newborn home visits, immunizations, and more.
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Columbus Public Health
Safe Routes to School (SRTS) programs aim to reduce this automobile dependency by promoting safe walking and biking to school for children across the country. The culture shift inspired by SRTS leads to countless benefits.
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Common Greens
Common Greens runs several farmer's markets in the area. Our mission is to connect Central Ohio communities with regional farmers and food producers in vibrant, inclusive marketplaces. We're working to build a thriving regional food system where food producers earn a decent living, farmland is kept in sustainable production, and everyone has access to healthy local foods.
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Education First Credit Union
Education First Credit Union is a full-service not-for-profit financial institution, and our membership includes Franklin and surrounding counties. Our mission is to enhance our members’ financial position through education, quality service, and value-minded products.
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Epilepsy Alliance Ohio
Epilepsy Alliance Ohio is dedicated to supporting those impacted by epilepsy in local communities by confronting the spectrum of challenges created by seizures. Our vision is to empower people impacted by epilepsy to seize hope every day.
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Girls in Gear
Girls in Gear aims to provide mentorship to our African American middle and high school female CCS students through our Youth Leaders. We teach CCS students bike safety and bike maintenance skills. GIG strives to develop a better understanding of youth perceptions of neighborhood safety and empower girls to take up space and use their voices to create positive change in their communities.
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Local Matters
At Local Matters, our mission is to create healthy communities through food education, access, and advocacy. We offer cooking classes to all, have a mobile market to increase access to fresh produce, and support community-specific food solutions. We hope to see you in the kitchen or at the Veggie Van!
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Lower Lights Health
We provide comprehensive healthcare services to the entire family. We accept Medicaid, Medicare, and Commercial Insurance, and offer a sliding scale to those who qualify.
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Mid-Ohio Food Collective
The Mid-Ohio Food Collective's vision is to see hunger-free and healthier communities, therefore works to assist community members with understanding and applying for SNAP, Medicaid, CHIP, and the Health Insurance Marketplace. Our dedicated Benefit and Customer Outreach team is available to answer questions about these programs, screen you for eligibility, assist you in applying, and more.
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North Community Counseling Centers
North Community Counseling Centers is a community mental health agency that provides behavioral health and substance use treatment services for individuals across the lifespan. With 4 locations across the city, NCCC can provide services to the entire family.
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Ohio Association of Foodbanks
The Ohio Association of Foodbanks is working hard to reduce uninsurance rates here in Columbus. Our team of Health Navigators can assist families through the Medicaid enrollment process, including face-to-face or virtual assistance with the application or learning how to use your plan. This assistance is always free and unbiased so feel free to ask our team about your health coverage options!
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OhioHealth
Program of cancer awareness among the Latino community. We provide cancer screenings and education in Spanish.
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OhioHealth Wellness on Wheels
We are a mobile health program that provides care to those with or without insurance. Women’s care is provided at South, East, Walnut Ridge, and Northland High schools on our mobile. Family practice at Hilltop and Linden with community health workers, social workers, nurses, and doctors.
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OhioHealth- SARNCO
The Sexual Assault Response Network of Central Ohio is the rape crisis center for our region. We provide emotional support, crisis response, and community resources to survivors of sexual violence and intimate partner violence.
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Send Me a Pro
Send Me a Pro makes it easy to connect with local pros that come to you, either in-person or live online. Everything from fitness & sports trainers, pet care providers, tutors, music instructors and much more.
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Sylvia A. Garrett & Associates Agency, LLC.
The Sylvia A. Garrett & Associates Agency, LLC (SAGA) is an award-winning, premier independent, full-service insurance and wealth accumulation agency that has been providing quality insurance and financial products at competitive prices for over 50 years.
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The Ohio Department of Natural Resources
We are a State of Ohio Agency charged with protecting all of the Natural Resources of Ohio and thereby we are protecting citizens as well. We offer Storybook Trails at many of our parks and also go into classrooms to educate about the importance of nature on our health and wellbeing, natural resources internships, and careers.
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The Period Pantry
The Period Pantry Project exists to ensure that anyone in the Central Ohio area who needs menstrual products is able to access them, regardless of income, lack of transportation, or any other barrier. We work with individuals and organizations because we know that ending period poverty is a collaborative effort.
Kids Activity Area
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COSI
The Center of Science and Industry (COSI), the “#1 Science Museum in the Country” as voted by USA Today’s 10Best, is an esteemed science center that has delighted Central Ohio, with all things science for 58 years, inspiring interest in science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) topics and delivering our experiential, "hands-on fun" brand of learning.
Mobile Unit
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Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA)
The Central Ohio Transit Authority is the region’s mobility solutions provider, driven each day to connect people to prosperity through innovation, dedication, and teamwork. By utilizing technology and data, establishing community partnerships, and applying sustainability principles, COTA provides equitable access to jobs, healthcare, and education. Through our Educational Pass Program, all CCS students in grades 9-12 have unlimited access to COTA.
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City of Columbus Division of Fire
Our mission as the Columbus Division of Fire is to serve our community by preventing emergencies through education and inspection. Minimizing injury, death, and property destruction due to fire, natural disaster, and other emergencies while providing timely and effective emergency medical services.
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Columbia Gas
Columbia Gas is one of Ohio’s leading energy companies, with nearly 1,000 employees dedicated to providing customers with the services they need every day. Headquartered in Columbus, we are the largest provider of natural gas service in the state.
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Franklin County Auditor's Office
Learn about the 2023 property reappraisal and dog licensing.
Social Services
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All In for Ohio Kids
All in for Ohio Kids is a coalition of teachers' unions and parents fighting for public school funding & education justice issues. We help parents organize at their schools around issues that are most important to them while providing leadership training and civic engagement opportunities to take action!
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Central Ohio Parent Leadership Training Institute
Empower Parents and Youth to use their voice for civic engagement, family involvement, and advocacy.
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Charity Newsies
Charity Newsies provides clothing to kids in need from Kindergarten through 12th grade. Each child receives a brand new hat, coat, gloves, three pairs of pants and shirts as well as six pairs of socks and underwear for the week.
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Communities In Schools of Ohio
Communities In Schools of Ohio works to remove the barriers that prevent students from reaching their full potential and ultimate academic and personal success. We partner with schools and parents to identify students who need additional support, to ensure graduation, or support other needs.
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Community Properties of Ohio- CPO Impact
Leveraging stable housing as a platform for future opportunity, CPO Impact applies a two-generation approach working with residents and their children to reduce barriers and champion resident and community advancement.
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Connectivity Champions
Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). Provides a 30$ monthly discount on internet to parents with children who receive free or reduced school lunch or have Medicaid or snap or other similar government programs.
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Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities
The Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities (FCBDD) is a county agency that provides support to children and adults who have developmental disabilities. Services are provided to residents of Franklin County, Ohio. Helping people to live, learn and work in our community.
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Franklin County Board of Elections
Our Mission here at the Franklin County Board of Elections is to provide election services, information, and education to the residents of Franklin County so they can exercise their right to vote and have confidence that the elections are fair, impartial and accurate.
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Franklin County Children Services
Children Services is the public agency mandated by federal and state law to ensure that our community's children are safe and well cared for. We provide protection, care, and permanency for children who are abused, neglected, or dependent.
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Girl Scouts
Fun, friendship, and new adventures are what Girl Scouts is all about! Girls make new friends, challenge themselves, write their own stories, and take action to change the world for the better by participating in various Girl Scout Leadership Experiences.
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Huntington Bank
Huntington Bancshares Incorporated is a $189 billion asset regional bank holding company headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. Founded in 1866, The Huntington National Bank and its affiliates provide consumers, small and middle-market businesses, corporations, municipalities, and other organizations with a comprehensive suite of banking, payments, wealth management, and risk management products and services.
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League of Women Voters
The League of Women Voters registers voters and provides nonpartisan election information to residents of Franklin County.
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LSS 211 Central Ohio
LSS 211 Central Ohio if Franklin County's Information and Referral services that connect people to essential resources like food, utilities assistance, rent assistance and beyond.
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Mid-Ohio Board for an Independent Living Environment
The Mid- Ohio Board for an Independent Living Environment (MOBILE) was established by a group of independent living advocates as a Disability Resource Center. MOBILE, provides five core services to people with disabilities. information & Referral, Peer Support, Independent Living Skills classes, advocacy, and transition.
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Ohio Housing Finance Agency (OHFA)
The Ohio Housing Finance Agency (OHFA) facilitates the development, rehabilitation, and financing of low- to moderate-income housing. The Agency's programs help first-time homebuyers, renters, senior citizens, and others find quality affordable housing that meets their needs.
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Ohio School Safety Center
The Ohio School Safety Center is responsible for assisting local schools and first responders with preventing, preparing for, and responding to threats and acts of violence, including self-harm, through a holistic, solutions-based approach to improving school safety.
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OhioGuidestone
With compassion and respect, OhioGuidestone helps people across the lifespan navigate the most difficult times of their lives. As the state’s leader in community behavioral health care, we focus on the needs of the whole person, empowering them to take steps towards a healthier future.
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Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities
Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) is the state agency that empowers Ohioans with disabilities through employment, disability determinations, and independence.
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People Like Me Project, Inc.
People Like Me Project, Inc. is a community-based, prevention services organization serving youth, adults, and communities.
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St. Stephen's Community House
St. Stephen's Community House was founded in 1919 with the mission to Strengthen Families and Empower our Community. St. Stephen's has six core service areas: Youth Services, Family Services, Senior Services, Neighborhood Services, our Urban Farm, and our Early Learning Center.
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The Buckeye Ranch
The Buckeye Ranch operates from six different locations to better serve clients in Central and Southwestern Ohio. We pride ourselves on offering specialized programming designed to meet the needs of our clients and their families.
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The Management Council
Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). Provides a 30$ monthly discount on internet to parents with children who receive free or reduced school lunch or have Medicaid or snap or other similar government programs.
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The National Youth Advocate Program
The National Youth Advocate Program is an energetic instrument of compassion and change in the lives of children, youth, and families and the systems, structures, and practices that affect them. NYAP provides school-based services to support youth being successful directly in their school environments.
Sweet Treat
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Capital One Café
At the Capital One Café, everyone’s welcome, here you'll find comfortable spaces to kick back, relax and refuel – whether you bank with us or not. Anyone can grab a cozy corner, connect to free Wi-Fi and get some work done – all with a delicious drink and some food in hand. Capital One cardholders get 50% off handcrafted beverages when using their card. And if you have questions or need to get some banking done, we have self-service options and Ambassadors on hand to help.