Provides a voucher to help cover the cost of taking a Ohio High School Equivalency (HSE) test that can result in the equal of a high school diploma for successful test takers. The voucher discounts but does not erase the cost of a test.

Provides vouchers for work related or education related essential services and/or items such as: tools, equipment, uniforms, testing for licenses, job readiness, job/technical training, GED preparation, books, car insurance, and gas/bus fare. May assist with various other needs related to maintaining or gaining employment at the agency's discretion.

Assists veterans in filing claims, applying for benefits, and receiving emegency assistance as necessary.

The State of Ohio offers an $80 voucher to assist with the cost of the GED exam, valid for 120 days from the date it is issued to the student.

Provides a one-time payment via a pre-loaded debit card for a specific, identified need that is preventing the caller from maintaining financial stability or putting the caller at risk of future reliance on public benefits (e.g., clothing for a new job, short-term transportation/car repair for work, etc.). Does not pay for ongoing expenses, such as car payments and insurance. The card must be used at a vendor/point of sale - it cannot be used to withdrawal cash.

Provides financial and other forms of assistance to veterans, their dependents and survivors. Major benefits include veterans’ compensation, veterans’ pension, survivors’ benefits, rehabilitation, employment assistance, education assistance, home loan guaranties, health insurance, burial benefits and life insurance coverage.

University accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Provides access to a broad range of undergraduate programs; offers graduate programs in selected areas of excellence.

Provides emergency assistance for services and items related to maintaining or obtaining employment. Transportation and Employment Assistance: Provides assistance with automotive repairs, parts, service, towing charges and so forth. Offers drivers’ education courses, drivers’ license fees and license plate fee assistance. Purchase of special tools and equipment needed for employment (such as wrenches for a car mechanic, work boots, tool belts, safety equipment, back supports and so forth.). Higher Education Assistance: Provides assistance with expenses related to higher education and/or training such as testing for State licenses, board certification, commercial driver’s license, costs of books, lab fees and registration fees. Relocation Assistance: Will assist with relocation expenses if the client must move for employment purposes. Relocation expenses for employment out of county or out of state only.

Provides a voucher to help cover the cost of taking a Ohio High School Equivalency (HSE) test that can result in the equal of a high school diploma for successful test takers. The voucher discounts but does not erase the cost of a test.

Provide incentives to those obtaining adult vocational certificates or for those with new employment. The adult vocational certificate incentive will offer a one-time payment of $300 for successfully completing a full-time adult education course or $100 for successfully completing a part-time adult education course. The application for these funds must be completed within 90 days of completion of the course and the certificate must be provided. The employment incentive program will offer an individual obtaining employment up to $2,000 over the course of 12 months for obtaining and maintaining employment that is at least 20 hours per week. Adults will be provided $500 after the first 30 days of employment and then $500 at the fourth, eighth and 12th month of continuous employment. The application for this program must be received within the first 90 days of employment, and it is limited to one offer per participant. The participant is required to meet for an assessment every quarter before obtaining the next payment.

Provides a voucher to help cover the cost of taking a Ohio High School Equivalency Test that can result in the equal of a high school diploma for successful test takers. Also offers a discount on the GED test. The voucher discounts but does not erase the cost of a test.

University accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Provides access to a broad range of undergraduate programs; offers graduate programs in selected areas of excellence.

Provides financial assistance to those wanting to attain an industry certification that would enable them to get an enhancement to their employment in a chosen field.

Provides payment assistance for expenses related to maintaining or obtaining employment as well as for job training and education expenses. - Transportation Assistance: Provides three (3) months' worth of bus passes or a maximum of $200 per month in gas cards with a three (3) month limit. - Employment Assistance: Provides a maximum of $500 for job related tools/equipment or supplies, professional licensing, and up to five (5) uniforms (if required for employment). - Adult Education: Provides a maximum of $1,000 to pay for Adult Basic Education, GED Preparation, Occupational Training, and/or Short-Term Education Programs.

Provides non-recurrent, short-term benefits that deal with a specific crisis situation or episode of need; not intended to meet recurrent or ongoing need; and will not extend beyond four months. Vehicle Repair /Gas Cards (4-$100 gas cards per year); Rental and Utility Assistance; Job related services: uniform, work boots, safety glasses; Job retention services: job coaching, vocational assessment; Lice Eradication; and Parenting Classes .

Provides aid to families in the form of a voucher to buy items or pay for services that are emergencies and non-recurring (a situation not extending beyond 4 months) and which cannot be addressed using existing community resources. Assistance is provided only for items that are essential for the applicant's employment, job training, or education such as: car repairs (does not cover normal "wear and tear" items such as oil change, tires, brake pads); work clothing and uniforms, washer or dryer (only if needed for work purposes), and education related equipment (such as tools). Maximum assistance limits (once per calendar year): $500 for education-related equipment, $225 for work or education uniforms, $750 for car repairs (additional restrictions also apply). In addition to these specific limits, applicant cannot exceed yearly limit of $1,500 in aid from the overall PRC program ($750 if non-custodial guardian). Does not help with short term transportation needs such as gas cards or bus fare. Does not help with GED testing fees.

Provides a voucher to help cover the cost of taking an Ohio High School Equivalency (HSE) test that can result in the equal of a high school diploma for successful test takers. The voucher discounts, but does not erase, the cost of a test.

University accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Provides access to a broad range of undergraduate programs; offers graduate programs in selected areas of excellence.

Provides aid to families in the form of a voucher to buy items or pay for services that are emergencies and non-recurring (a situation not extending beyond 4 months) and which cannot be addressed using existing community resources. Assistance is provided only for items that are essential for the applicant's employment, job training, or education such as: car repairs (does not cover normal "wear and tear" items such as oil change, tires, brake pads); work clothing and uniforms, washer or dryer (only if needed for work purposes), and education related equipment (such as tools). Maximum assistance limits (once per calendar year): $500 for education-related equipment, $225 for work or education uniforms, $750 for car repairs (additional restrictions also apply). In addition to these specific limits, applicant cannot exceed yearly limit of $1,500 in aid from the overall PRC program ($750 if non-custodial guardian). Does not help with short term transportation needs such as gas cards or bus fare. Does not help with GED testing fees.

Provides a maximum of $3,000 (per 12-month period) with paying for pre-employment testing (physicals, psychological resting, drug screens, and so forth), testing (for state licenses, board certifications, commercial driver's license (CDL), GED test, and so forth), short term help with paying for occupational/training supplies, driver's education, books, manuals, tuition expenses, and so forth. Provides a maximum of $500 (per 12-month period) for suitable clothing for a job interview after first referring to a Goodwill Store.

Assists with benefits counseling, claims assistance, filing forms/claims, and financial assistance.

Provides the following grants and scholarships: * Competitive Grant Program - Fulfill community needs * Education Scholarship - Local students attending college or career technical education center * Summertime Kids Program - Local nonprofits providing summer programming * Teacher Assistance Program - Fund projects for teachers in K-12 classrooms * Women's Fund - Programs that empower women

Provides financial and other forms of assistance to veterans, their dependents and survivors. Major benefits include veterans’ compensation, veterans’ pension, survivors’ benefits, rehabilitation, employment assistance, education assistance, home loan guaranties, health insurance, burial benefits and life insurance coverage.

University accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Provides access to a broad range of undergraduate programs; offers graduate programs in selected areas of excellence.