Ohio Housing Finance Agency provides affordable housing programs including rental assistance, homebuyer assistance, and the Ohio Housing Tax Credit program. Low-income women can apply for rental assistance vouchers and first-time homebuyer programs. Call Mon-Fri 8am-5pm or visit ohiohome.org to find income-based programs and locate local housing partners.
(888) 362-6432 · 57 E Main St, Columbus, OH 43215 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
Provides public housing and Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) rental assistance to low-income families in Columbus and Franklin County. Women can apply for housing programs, check waitlist status, and request emergency transfers for DV survivors. Call Mon-Fri 8am-5pm or visit cmhanet.com to learn about eligibility and apply for assistance.
(614) 421-6000 · 880 E 11th Ave, Columbus, OH 43211 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
Provides public housing units and Housing Choice Vouchers for low-income residents of Cuyahoga County. Women and families can apply for programs, check waitlist positions, and request emergency housing accommodations for DV survivors. Contact the CMHA office Mon-Fri 8am-5pm at (216) 348-5000 or visit cmha.net to apply online.
(216) 348-5000 · 8120 Kinsman Rd, Cleveland, OH 44104 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
Salvation Army Ohio locations provide emergency rent and utility assistance, food pantries, and transitional shelter for families in crisis. Women can call their nearest Ohio Salvation Army location to learn about available emergency financial aid and eligibility requirements. Bring proof of income, ID, and utility/lease documents. Open Mon-Fri 9am-4pm.
(800) 725-2769 · Multiple locations statewide · Mon-Fri 9am-4pm · Visit Website
Habitat for Humanity Columbus builds and sells affordable homes to qualifying low-income working families at no-profit, 0% interest mortgages. Women must meet income limits, demonstrate need for adequate housing, and complete sweat equity hours. Call Mon-Fri 8am-5pm or visit habitatcolumbus.org to start the application process and learn about current home availability.
(614) 291-2550 · 3140 Westerville Rd, Columbus, OH 43224 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
United Way of Central Ohio provides financial coaching, emergency assistance referrals, and 211 connections to local resources for women and families in central Ohio. Dial 211 anytime to be connected with rent assistance, utility help, food, childcare, and other community services. Financial coaching and stability programs are available by appointment.
211 · Columbus, OH · 24/7 via 211 · Visit Website
Federal housing assistance hub with information on Section 8 vouchers, public housing, HUD-approved housing counselors, and homeless services for every state. Women can use the HUD office locator to find their nearest field office for housing complaints, counseling referrals, and program information. Visit hud.gov anytime to access free housing resources.
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HUD-funded homeless assistance programs and Continuum of Care contacts in communities across the country. Women experiencing or at risk of homelessness can find their local CoC to access emergency shelter, rapid rehousing, and permanent supportive housing. Visit hud.gov to find the CoC in your community and access program information and eligibility guidelines.
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Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program helps low-income households pay heating and cooling bills, cover energy-related home repairs, and benefit from weatherization improvements. Apply through your state LIHEAP office. Income limits apply based on household size. Visit acf.hhs.gov/ocs/programs/liheap to find your state program and application instructions.
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Find your nearest Salvation Army location for emergency shelter, rent and mortgage assistance, food pantry services, utility bill help, and transitional housing programs. Women can use the online locator at salvationarmyusa.org to find the closest service center. Services are available regardless of religious affiliation; bring ID and proof of need.
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Local Catholic Charities agencies in nearly every US diocese provide emergency financial assistance, housing programs, food pantries, and family support services to anyone in need regardless of religion. Find your nearest agency at catholiccharitiesusa.org to access emergency rent/utility help, counseling, and immigration services. Bring ID and proof of need to your appointment.
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Local United Way chapters across the US connect women with housing assistance, food programs, financial coaching, childcare, and emergency services through the 211 helpline. Dial 211 from any phone to be connected to local resources in your area. Visit unitedway.org to find your local chapter and learn about programs available in your community.
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Habitat for Humanity builds affordable homes for qualifying low-income working families across all 50 states. Women can apply through their local Habitat affiliate for homeownership programs. Applicants must meet income guidelines, demonstrate housing need, and complete sweat equity hours. Find your local affiliate and application details at habitat.org.
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National network helping homeless and at-risk families achieve stable housing and economic independence through community-based shelter, day services, and case management. Women with children can find their nearest Family Promise affiliate at familypromise.org to access emergency shelter, transitional housing, job training, and financial literacy programs.
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