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This job search resource provided by the Governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation is specifically geared for matching essential businesses with Ohioans who are able and willing to work as an essential employee during the COVID-19 crisis.
OhioMeansJobs holds virtual hiring events designed to connect job-seekers with companies looking to hire.
Resources about unemployment insurance and other helpful information concerning unemployment and workforce development, including a video demonstrating the process of how to apply online for unemployment benefits.
JobsOhio provides a database listing manufacturers, distributors and potential contract manufacturers to connect companies with PPE resources.
Resources from the Office of Criminal Justice Services (OCJS) regarding grant funding for those eligible to receive support for coronavirus prevention, preparation and response pertaining to law enforcement and state agencies.
Provides a list of economic resources at the federal and state level for Ohio businesses navigating the changing landscape created by the COVID-19 coronavirus.
Provides information and an online application for the Emergency Response Fund, which assists nonprofit organizations that are responding to the spread of the coronavirus and experiencing financial challenges.
A charitable organization that helps match families in need with volunteers and service organizations that can provide resources such as food, clothing, supplies, and more. Find a neighborhood to support here.
The City of Columbus provides a list of organizations with opportunities to help virtually, in-person, or financially.
Blessing boxes are outdoor cabinets in public places that are stocked with anything that might be considered a blessing to someone who finds themselves in need. Items are anonymously donated and received. Sign-up to become a host, build a box, or make a donation.
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Feed and Read Ohio helps to fight hunger and illiteracy by delivering food and books to underserved areas of Ohio. Donations of food, children’s books, feminine hygiene products, infant and adult diapers and dog and cat food can be made by arrangement or are accepted at Community Grounds Coffee & Meeting House at 1134 Parsons Ave.
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To ensure that low-income individuals can access legal help during the COVID-19 crisis, the Legal Aid Society of Columbus and Southeastern Ohio Legal Services have created a new “Virtual Clinic” model and a Virtual Unemployment Compensation Clinic to organize volunteers.
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Currently seeking volunteers to package meals to provide to vulnerable children during the COVID-19 crisis.
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Brighten a patient’s day with a personal greeting card. You can create and send a custom card here.
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The Franklin County and Columbus Medical Reserve Corps are seeking medical and non-medical volunteers to help vaccinate the public for the flu and the coronavirus. You can register to volunteer here.
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