Supports Ohio residents and organizations through advocacy and various programs aimed at ending homelessness. Their website has important information on emergency rental assistance across Ohio, landlord-tenet law, the Fair Housing Act, and more. Professionals can find opportunities for advocacy and training. Anyone can use the Crisis Text Line for immediate help from a Crisis Counselor, or call the Housing Information Line for advice on dealing with a specific housing issue. Use the Ohio Housing Locator website to search for affordable housing and emergency resources.
Main Office: (614) 280-1984
Housing Information Line: (888) 485-7999
Crisis Text Line: Text “4hope” to 741 741
Ohio Housing Locator: ohiohousinglocator.org
cohhio.org
Advocates and provides services for those experiencing homelessness, educates the central Ohio community about homelessness, and actively works to reduce hate crimes. They provide an annual Street Card that lists the most needed and reliable services for those in Franklin County.
89 West Park Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43222
(614) 228-1342
Emergency Shelter: (614) 274-7000
Website: columbushomeless.org
Click Here for Central Ohio Affordable Housing Guide
Click Here for Columbus Street Card – updated January 2025
These neighborhood resource lists are extremely helpful in finding resources near you. They provide detailed listings of free and low cost health care, vision care, dental care, prescription help, food pantries, transportation, job help, pregnancy resources and much more. They are updated annually and reviewed by the Columbus Public Health social work team. Please note that CPH does not provide direct monetary assistance, but these lists are helpful in finding community agencies that do provide this assistance.
240 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 645-6807
columbus.gov/Services/Public-Health/Find-Health-Care-Resources/Health-Resources-List
Provides information on shelter beds during winter weather, warming stations, and services to people living on the streets, in public parks, under bridges, in vehicles and abandoned buildings (Maryhaven Street Outreach).
355 East Campus View Boulevard, Suite 250, Columbus, Ohio 43235
(614) 221-9195
Homeless Hotline, 24-hour line: (614) 274-7000
Maryhaven Street Outreach, 24-hour line: (614) 449-1530
csb.org/Get-Help
A faith-based organization dedicating to strengthening community for youth and families living in the Driving Park neighborhood of Columbus. Programs include financial education, credit restoration counseling, intergenerational mentorship, and educational scholarships for teens and adults. The organization also provides help with housing rehabilitation and affordable housing for seniors at The Livingston facility.
1573 East Livingston Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 252-7456
facebook.com/gwoodfoundation
Provides wrap-around programming to support families overcoming or at-risk for homelessness. Case managers help families access stable housing, emergency rent and utility assistance, household and hygiene items. Education programs include SPARK for 3-4 year old children not enrolled in Pre-K to prepare for Kindergarten, and STEAM afterschool and summer programs for grades K-8 at Dowd Education Center.
(614) 461-9247
Homeless Hotline (614) 274-7000
homeforfamilies.org
Serves those struggling with homelessness and substance use on the west side of Columbus. Services include daily meals and narcan distribution, clothing, documentation/ID assistance, laundry and shower services, cooling and heating stations, and more.
342 North Hague Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43204
(614) 507-3246
jordanscrossingcolumbus.org
facebook.com/jordanscrossingcolumbus
A one-stop shop for housing resources in Licking County. Programs include transitional housing, rapid rehousing, help finding affordable housing, supportive services for veterans, and housing assistance for those recently released from a State of Ohio prison. Project Homeline is a homeless prevention program for families and individuals to receive one-on-one with a homeless prevention specialist, access case management services, and financial assistance. Their website has many resources for basic needs, healthcare, housing issues, and legal issues in Licking County. Call to schedule an appointment and confirm what paperwork you need to bring to the appointment.
Physical Address: 23 South Park Place, Suite 200, Newark, Ohio 43058
Mailing Address: PO Box 613, Newark, Ohio 43058
(740) 345-1970 or (877) 421-5224
lcchousing.org
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.
Offers free services and events to empower and uplift the Central Ohio community. They host free pop-up events at various locations in Columbus with housing resources, meals, haircuts, and other services in a bloc-party environment. Visit their upcoming events page on the website to find their next pop-up. Housing problem-solving and rent assistance services are available on a limited basis. Applications open on the website once per week for appointments. They also offer mobile outreach services and educational workshops for Columbus residents.
makeaday.fun
Serves community members experiencing street homelessness who wish to enter a shelter or find housing. Housing Outreach Specialists meet with clients on the land to connect them with shelter, complete housing program applications, help with ID and documentation, and connect them with other community resources. Complete the online form to make a referral.
(614) 234-7400 or (614) 234-4727
mountcarmelhealth.com/about-us/community-benefit/outreach-programs/social-care/housing-outreach-program
Faith-based organization offering support and community to parents in crisis. Crisis may include homelessness, addiction recovery, domestic abuse, and medical or family emergency. Children stay with host families so parents can focus on their own recovery/treatment. Parents are connected with a team of support and help accessing resources. Families are reunified upon recovery, and parents never lose custody of their children. The primary goal of the program is to keep families together. Call or complete the online form to request support. This program is available in Columbus and Mansfield, Ohio.
Columbus: (614) 210-3267
Mansfield: (419) 982-2839
myvillageministries.com
Helps the development, rehabilitation and financing of low- to moderate-income rental housing. Offers programs for first-time homebuyers, renters, and others find affordable housing that meets their needs. Offers low-interest loans and down payment assistance to qualified homebuyers. Other programs include assistance for recent college grads and low-interest loans for firefighters, teachers, police officers, military personnel and health care workers. Call (888) 404-4674, to be directed to a HUD approved counseling agency to help you work with your lender for a foreclosure resolution.
57 East Main Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 466-7970 or (888) 362-6432 Toll-free or (800) 750-0750 TDD
ohiohome.org
A rent assistance hub for both tenants and landlords. Provides simple, reliable, and easy-to-access links to Central Ohio rent assistance programs. They also dispel common myths, provide eviction information customized to Franklin County, and highlight some of the places you can go to get even more help. The website can be translated in English, Spanish, or Somali.
rentful614.com
Helps connect residents of Wallick Communities and other affordable housing communities to supportive services. Services are coordinated through on-site Service Coordinators who make referrals to local community organizations, and bring resources on-site (like financial/emergency, educational, employment, health and wellness and legal assistance).
160 West Main Street, New Albany, Ohio 43054
(614) 552-5668
residentresources.org
Information about Wallick Communities: wallickcommunities.com
Non-profit founded by Somali immigrants serving elders, working adults, teens, and children at no charge, with special support and attention for recent immigrants. Services include ESL classes, translation services, employment assistance, youth after school programs and summer programs, citizenship/legal advocacy, financial assistance, case management, and more. Call their office for personal assistance and current program offerings.
3422 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43224
(614) 262-4068
somaliohio.org
An official guide to federal information and services. Use the website to find helpful, easy-to-read information on topics like how the government works, government benefits, disability services, immigration and citizenship, taxes, legal issues and more. The website can also be used to register to vote, print tax forms or check on a tax refund, file a complaint, and other government-related tasks.
(844) 872-4681
usa.gov
Provides supportive services for veterans, families, and individuals. Shop their thrift stores to support their programs and find low-cost clothing and home goods. Services vary based on location and include employment, housing, and wrap-around services for veterans; clinical treatment programs for ex-offenders, emergency housing for men in Columbus, and mental health treatment. They host Operation Backpack to help provide school supplies for families each fall. The monthly Auto Auction is an opportunity to purchase a donated vehicle to benefit their social service programs.
Auto Auction Website: voaohioautoauction.org
Main Website: voaohin.org/central-ohio