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 scholarships to students who attend consistently underperforming public schools. The program has been expanded to include low income families with students in grades K-4. The scholarships may be used to attend private schools that meet the requirements for program participation.

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 YSU students who have physical, psychological and/or learning disabilities assistance in the classroom and on campus to succeed in college. Also offers to all students: Academic Coaching, Multicultural Student Services, Student Tutorial Services, Supplemental Instructional Services, and Disability Services.

Provides YSU students who have physical, psychological and/or learning disabilities assistance in the classroom and on campus to succeed in college. Also offers to all students: Academic Coaching, Multicultural Student Services, Student Tutorial Services, Supplemental Instructional Services, and Disability Services.

Provides temporary financial assistance to indigent veterans, spouse's dependent children, and surviving widows. Also aids in filing claims and applying for benefits.

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 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.

Administers a variety of grant and scholarship programs to aid students pursuing higher education in Ohio.

Provides web-based information and forms for individuals preparing to attend college including financial aid application forms and those in repayment of federal student loans. Provides information on grants, work-study, student loans, and scholarships.

Offers a four-year structured course of higher education leading to a B.A. or B.S. degree.

Helps students with either a physical or mental disability by providing support services to sucessfully transition from high school to college, career, and adult life.

Provides YSU students who have physical, psychological and/or learning disabilities assistance in the classroom and on campus to succeed in college. Also offers to all students: Academic Coaching, Multicultural Student Services, Student Tutorial Services, Supplemental Instructional Services, and Disability Services.

Provides coaching and test payment vouchers to take high school equivalency exams.

Provides information and instruction on Pell grants, direct loans, or other federal aid. Also offers a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

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.

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 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.

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

Offers two (2) programs that provides financial assistance with education services and vocational training expenses for eligible youth. - Education Proficiency: Provides a maximum of $500 assistance to pay for additional schooling (such as summer school) in order to graduate, advance to the next grade, or pass the Proficiency test. - Academic Support Services: Provides a maximum of $500 per academic year to help pay for vocational fees, tools and uniforms.

The PRC Program is designed to provide benefits and services to needy families and low income employed families to help move out of poverty and become self-sufficient. PRC support is short term and is not intended to meet ongoing needs. If eligible for PRC benefits, a voucher is issued for the service and paid to then vendor providing the service. Voucher services available for car repairs, employment materials (tools/equipment, uniforms/footwear, professional licensure/testing fees), GED fee payment assistance, and utility assistance (primary heat source, electric, water).

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 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