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The Community Shelter Board has opened up seven warming centers scattered throughout the city offering a warm environment for anyone needing refuge during the winter months. These warming centers are smaller than traditional shelters and two locations offer space to board animals with their owners. Interested individuals must call the Homeless Hotline at 614 274-7000 to be referred to the closest shelter with capacity; individuals cannot show up to a warming center. Daytime shelters can be found at Columbus Metropolitan Library branches and the Columbus Recreation Centers. A full list of warming centers including hours and phone numbers are attached.

You can now check out Culture Passes for free tickets to the Columbus Zoo's Wildlights at select Columbus Metropolitan Library locations across the city. These passes grant admission for up to six individuals and include access to the Wildlights display. Be sure to visit one of the participating library locations soon to grab your pass before they run out!

A program of Healthy Neighborhoods Healthy Families, My Bridge 2 Success supports families in their journey toward wellness and financial stability. This includes financial literacy counseling, community programming, mobility mentoring, and even providing funds directly to families to overcome the obstacles that are in their way.

The Home Energy Assistance Winter Crisis Program helps income eligible Ohioans that are threatened with disconnection, have been disconnected or have less than a 25 percent supply of bulk fuel in their tank maintain utility service. IMPACT Community Action Network can provide a monetary benefit once per cooling season to eligible household’s gas and/or electric bill to eligible customers.

The Columbus Urban League (CUL), in partnership with the Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA), provides site-based supportive services aimed at improving the health and well-being of marginalized communities. The initiative focuses on addressing both healthcare and social determinants of health, such as economic stability, education, and food security, to help residents reduce reliance on government assistance and escape poverty. Services include workforce development, housing stability, entrepreneurship, and social services, offering wrap-around support to clients at all levels of economic need. Participants must be CMHA residents or Section 8 Voucher holders, with the program having served over 500 individuals since 2021. Key demographics include predominantly female-headed households with low incomes and large household sizes.

Transformative initiatives designed to empower and inspire the leaders of tomorrow. We believe that today's youth are the driving force behind positive change, and our mission is to equip them with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to lead with impact. Together, we open doors for our youth and inspire them to lead with purpose and passion.