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Provides car repair assistance to individuals who need reliable transportation for education, training, or employment-related purposes.

Provides Veterans temporary financial assistance for the day-to-day life needs such as auto repair, emergency food, electric, gas and water assistance. Also, some rent assistance on a case by case basis. They raise awareness in the community about the challenges for returning Veterans and help others to understand that not all wounds are recognizable.

Provides assistance to qualified individuals and families. Intended to meet the local needs of families to overcome immediate barriers and help them become and stay self-supporting. Assistance available includes: Employment related expenses such as: -Vehicle repairs. - Driver's license fees (new or expired, does not include reinstatement). - Reimbursements for tools, equipment, uniforms, shoes/boots, and so forth. - Fingerprinting costs. - Gas vouchers for new employment (until receipt of first paycheck). Shelter/Housing expenses such as: - Rent or deposit for forestalling court-ordered evictions in rentals. - Bills to forestall utility shutoffs (gas, electric and water). - Fuel oil and propane purposes. - Emergency shelter due to fire, natural disaster, states of emergency, or domestic violence situations. Kinship assistance includes: - For a new kinship caregiver within six (6) months of a child moving into the home: Furniture and other items needs to care for children in the home. - Once a child(ren) has been with a kinship provider for more than six (6) months: There is an available reimbursement of child care costs up to four (4) months a year.

Provide free oil changes for single moms twice a year (once in the spring and once in the fall).

Provides non-recurring, emergency benefits to help families to meet basic needs and/or sustain employment, -Family Strengthening and Preservation Services Provides temporary Rental/Mortgage assistance to prevent eviction or homelessness. Provides GED Testing Fees. Other Family Strengthening and Prevention Services may be available through a referral from Protective Services division. Benefit Cap: $2,000 -Diversion/Contingency Services Provides temporary Utility Assistance with disconnect or less than 10-day supply (Electric, Natural Gas, Propane, Water & Sewer, or Fuel Oil). Benefit cap: $1,500 (no more than $750.00 for each utility) -Disaster Services Provides temporary assistance with home repair or replacement of necessary household items following a disaster such as house fire, flood, etc. Benefit cap: $2,500 -Subsidized Employment Program (SEP) Provides reimbursement to the employer for 50% of the new hire’s wages for 4 months. Now includes Tiffin City School students enrolled/placed at a work site through their BRAG program. -Vehicle Repairs Provides temporary assistance for working families when facing unexpected vehicle repair costs. Participants must be in full-time training for in-demand credential or actively working 20 hours per week. Repairs must be completed by a participating vendor. Regular vehicle maintenance is not included. Benefit cap: $2,000. -Employment and Training (Employment Readiness) Services Provides temporary assistance with Training and Employment costs such as uniforms, tools, tuition, books, mileage reimbursement, etc. First time drivers’ license training fees and drivers’ license fees. Cap determined by type of benefit: Services up to $500, or up to $6,500 for Training, or $500 max for drivers’ training and license fees. -Vehicle Fuel Assistance Provides temporary assistance toward the purchase of vehicle fuel for employment only (travel to/from worksite). Participant must be working at least 20 hours per week. Benefits issued though a Purchase Authorization (voucher) that must be used at agency approved vendor. Benefit cap: $100 per month / per person (Limited to 4 months) - Employment Retention Provides temporary incentive payments to participants to maintain continuous full-time employment (32 hours per week). Benefit payments are issued following 30 days ($300), 60 days ($500), and 120 days ($700) of continuous employment. -WrapAround Services / Service Coordination and Youth Mentoring / Afterschool Program This now includes funding to help SMYL with operating costs for TANF eligible youth enrolled in their mentoring program and Afterschool Program. Cap determined by type of benefit: Wraparound max $1,500 per family, SMYL $2,500 per enrolled youth or Afterschool Program $2,500 per enrolled youth. -Kinship Caregiver Program Provides assistance with childcare expenses for individuals meeting the ORC 5101.85 definition of “Kinship Caregiver” caring for a child in place of the child’s parents. Additional supportive services and/or Kinship Incentive Payments may also be available through a referral from the Protective Services Division.

Provides temporary financial assistance for gas, electric and water bills, birth certificate and ID fee payment, car repairs, gas vouchers for medical and job transportation, prescription medication, and vouchers for motel stays.

Provides several types of emergency assistance. Primary services include car repair, back rent, mortgage payment, and gas, electric water assistance, assistance with first month of rent, and deposit for households experiencing homelessness. Must have children in the home to qualify for car repair assistance. Do not need to have children in the home for rental or utility assistance.

Provides emergency financial assistance for utilities, rent, and automobile repairs. Parishioners should identify themselves as they may be eligible for additional assistance.

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.

The Microfinance Program can provide affordable loans up to $2,000 so families can improve and maintain their homes and their quality of life without seeking out payday or high-interest predatory loans. Loans available for: - Replacement of countertops, cabinets, flooring, doors, windows, etc. - Repair (if manufactured within the last 15 years) or replacement of appliances - Repair of porches, decks, roof, etc. - Painting - Upgrades for energy efficiency - Accessibility projects (e.g., ramp). - Vehicle Repair funds may be available if the automotive repair could be linked to staying housed (example: fix vehicle to get to work to pay for housing). Funds may be used to address “quality of life” issues for Southeast Ohio residents in order to maintain and sustain their current housing.

Provides aid to families in the form of a voucher to buy items or pay for services that are emergencies and non-recurring 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, car payments, or car insurance payments; car down payment; work clothing and uniforms; and tools and safety equipment. Also will help pay for professional testing/certification and licensing fees, identification materials (i.e. driver's license, state identification, birth certificates), driver's education, and other items as deemed appropriate by the agency. Transportation to work provided through the most cost effective means. A budget will need to be completed and watching a one hour financial literacy video may be required.

The Prevention, Retention, and Contingency (PRC) program may be able to assist with car repair.

Fairfield County 211 partners with organizations in the community to act as a central intake point for some services. These programs are not listed online as they require a 211 referral. Call 211 to find out more about additional services that may be available including: *At Risk/Homeless Assistance Programs *Rent Assistance *Utility Expenses *Transportation Expenses *Automotive Repair *Birth Certificate Fees *Prescription Expenses

If PRC funding is available, client can apply for assistance with car repairs. Assistance through the PRC program can be granted up to $2,000 in a 12-month period when funding allows. The PRC program is not a cash payment and not ongoing financial support.

PRC provides one-time financial assistance (in a 12 month period) to aid with emergency situations. Program is not meant to serve as an ongoing source of income. Maximum assistance allowed is $2500 for overdue rent or mortgage payments, security deposits, temporary housing, property taxes, home repairs (if the owner;) overdue utility bills (except during Winter Crisis), driver license reinstatement fees, transportation and auto repairs. Applicants can request aid for more than one emergency (up to maximum assistance limit).

Provides assistance to active duty military members and their family members when the military member is serving on a remote tour or TDY.

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.

Non-recurring, emergency benefits to help families meet basic needs and/or sustain employment. * Automotive repair assistance is for repairs only, does not cover general maintenance (oil change, tire rotation, multipoint inspection, etc)

Houses Mansfield City School District students grades 9-12. Can obtain youth work permits for students from principal's office. For Basic Automotive Service: Provides basic automotive repair services, including brakes, suspension, underbody, and some engine work. Labor is free, customer is charged for parts. Please note, the repairs are completed during the school period, therefore service will take a longer amount of time than a commercial repair shop.

Assists families and individuals in need of temporary financial assistance. Offers vehicle repair, gas voucher(s) for employed adults with minor children, rental and utility assistance, job related services: uniform, work boots, safety glasses, and beds. Other services may be available; inquire if you’re unsure if help can be provided.

See services listed at www.sanduskycountyjfs.org. Various limits apply per service.

Offering limited emergency assistance with car insurance bills and car repair expenses to eligible households. Eligible household can receive a one-time financial assistance for one (1) form of vehicle expense, including a car insurance bill OR car repair. NOTE: Assistance for these services is limited and there may be period of time that assistance is temporarily unavailable.

Provides vouchers to assist with short-term job related transportation needs to help the client retain or gain employment: Bus Passes ($100 maximum per calendar year); Auto Insurance Payments ($250 maximum per calendar year); Gasoline ($30 per request/$150 maximum per calendar year); Auto Repair ($1000 maximum per 12-month period). May consider assisting with other various needs related to transportation at the agency's discretion.

Provides up to $600 for minor car repairs.

Provides financial assistance and job-related expense assistance to people in emergency situations. Offers utility bill payment, rent assistance for those being evicted, car repairs and other job related expenses. Additional funds are temporarily available for help with shelter, utility, and food assistance. Applicants may be eligible for an additional $2,000 per PRC assistance group to receive help with shelter, utility, and food assistance.