Other Community Resources
We are not affiliated with these organizations; the resources and links below are for informational purposes only.
Diapers, Wipes, and Baby Items
The Maternity Resource Center
3417 Palmetto St
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 272-7038
Wednesdays: 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Saturdays: 10:00am to 12:00pm
No appointment or referral necessary. Help is offered on a first come, first served basis.
Parent/Guardian will need to bring a photo ID, and ID for each child receiving items that has the child’s name and date of birth.
Gladden Community House
318 S. Glenwood Ave.
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 228-2498
Food pantry that provides emergency food assistance and other items to households living within their service area (zip codes 43222, 43223, and 43215 west of the river).
Bottoms Up Café
1069 W. Broad St.
Columbus, OH 43222
(614) 662-2212
Sunday: 11:00am to 3:00pm
Monday: 8:00am to 3:00pm
Tuesday: 8:00am to 3:00pm
Wednesday: 8:00am to 3:00pm
Thursday: 8:00am to 3:00pm
NNEMAP Food Pantry
677 E. 11th Ave
Columbus, OH 43211
(614) 297-0533
No Zip Code restrictions.
Bring photo ID for adult head of household.
To receive non-food items (diapers and baby supplies) please provide names and dates of birth for eligible household members.
Monday: 9:00am to 12:00pm
Tuesday: 9:00am to 12:00pm
Wednesday: 9:00am to 12:00pm
Thursday: 3:00pm to 6:00pm
Friday: 9:00am to 12:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am to 1:00pm
CLOSED EVERY SUNDAY
Bishop Griffin Resource Center and Food Pantry
2875 E. Livingston Ave
Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 338-8220
Prepackaged groceries and diapers via drive-thru distribution on Wednesdays from 9:00am to 11:30am and Fridays from 2:00pm to 4:30pm.
Serves Zip Codes: 43209, 43213, 43219, 43227, and 43232.
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CelebrateOne
1111 E. Broad St.
Columbus, OH 43205
Direct referral number - call or text: (614) 570-3592
Connection to prenatal care, help with diapers, wipes, and clothing, free pack ‘n’ plays, and other resources for anyone who is pregnant or parenting a child under 12 months.
Food Pantries
Mid Ohio Foodbank
3960 Brookham Drive
Grove City, OH 43123
(614) 317-9487
Established in 2012, the Kroger Community Food Pantry operates as a choice food pantry and is open to the community six days a week. Individuals and families with household incomes less than 200% of the Federal Poverty Level are eligible to receive food from the pantry.
Monday 5:30pm-8:00pm
Tuesday 9:30am-3:30pm & 5:30pm-8:00pm
Wednesday 9:30am-3:30pm & 5:30pm-8:00pm
Thursday 9:30am-3:30pm & 5:30pm-8:00pm
Friday 9:30am-3:30pm
Saturday 9:30am-3:30pm
Sunday Closed
Gladden Community House
318 S. Glenwood Ave.
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 228-2498
Food pantry that provides emergency food assistance and other items to households living within their service area (zip codes 43222, 43223, and 43215 west of the river).
Inprem
5757 Karl Rd,
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 516-1812
Inprem Holistic Community Resource Center offers a wide range of fresh fruits and vegetables on the every 3rd Saturday of each month on our Fresh Produce Market. The Daily walk-in Fresh Produce Pantry is Opened every Monday to Friday from 10:00 am to 07:00 pm. Please for the first visit you will need to show an identification and a Proof of Address.
Closed from 1:00pm-2:00pm for lunch every day.
Monday: 10:00am to 7:00pm
Tuesday: 10:00am to 7:00pm
Wednesday: 10:00am to 6:00pm
Thursday: 10:00am to 7:00pm
Friday: 10:00am to 6:00pm
NNEMAP Food Pantry
677 E. 11th Ave
Columbus, OH 43211
(614) 297-0533
No Zip Code restrictions.
Bring photo ID for adult head of household.
To receive non-food items (diapers and baby supplies) please provide names and dates of birth for eligible household members.
Monday: 9:00am to 12:00pm
Tuesday: 9:00am to 12:00pm
Wednesday: 9:00am to 12:00pm
Thursday: 3:00pm to 6:00pm
Friday: 9:00am to 12:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am to 1:00pm
CLOSED EVERY SUNDAY
Bishop Griffin Resource Center and Food Pantry
2875 E. Livingston Ave
Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 338-8220
Prepackaged groceries and diapers via drive-thru distribution on Wednesdays from 9:00am to 11:30am and Fridays from 2:00pm to 4:30pm.
Serves Zip Codes: 43209, 43213, 43219, 43227, and 43232.
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LSS Champion Ave Food Pantry
1460 S. Champion Avenue
Columbus, OH 43206
1-877-LSS-MEAL (1-877-577-6325)
Walk-in produce distributions
Monday 11 a.m. -1 p.m.
Scheduled full shop appointment pick ups and produce walk-ins
Tuesday – Friday 1 to 4 p.m.
NOTE: During the pandemic, all clients will receive a standard pre-packed box of food
Service area: Franklin County
Clothing and Household Items
Little Bottoms Free Store
89 West Park Ave
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 300-5413
littlebottoms@centralcity.co
Little Bottoms Free Store provides diapers, wipes, and baby clothes to families in the Central Ohio area for children 0-3 years old. Our goal is to create a supportive community, providing basic needs, and sharing resources.
Thursdays: 6:30pm to 8:00pm
CD4AP Free Store
946 Parsons Ave
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 443-1713
The United Methodist Free Store provides gently used clothing and household items to individuals and families in a hospitable atmosphere that affirms the self-worth of each individual. More than 50,000 families have become members of the Free Store since we opened our doors in January 1999.
To maximize the safety of our shoppers, volunteers and staff, Free Store shopping is by appointment only.
You can schedule an appointment to shop by calling 614-443-1713 between 9am-2pm Monday-Friday.
You can also schedule your appointment in person from 10am-2pm Mondays and Wednesdays.
Westside Free Store Ministries
61 S. Powell Ave
Columbus, OH 43204
(614) 351-5480
Clothing and small household items are donated for those in need to shop for free. All are welcome here at Westside Free Store. There are no income or residency requirements. The Free Store’s shoppers include men, women, and children who call Central Ohio home.
Store Hours:
Mondays 9:30 to 11:45 am
Thursday 3 to 5:15 pm
Saturdays 11 am to 1:15 pm
Lunch:
A Grab and Go meal is served during store hours. Due to COVID-19 there will be no eating inside.
Joseph’s Coat of Central Ohio
240 Outerbelt St
Columbus, OH 43213
(614) 863-1371
Our Clothing and Household Programs are now operating by Appointment only. Appointments can be scheduled during the following times:
- Tuesdays - 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
- Wednesdays - 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
- Saturdays - 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
To schedule an appointment, contact us at info@josephs-coat.org. Please include your full name and the date and time you are requesting an appointment.
Rent and Utility Assistance
IMPACT Community Action
711 Southwood Ave
Columbus, OH 43207
(614) 252-2799
The Emergency Assistance Department provides supportive services that deliver crisis intervention strategies to stabilize households and strengthen self-sufficiency. All Emergency Assistance Programs/Services serve Franklin County households that are at or below 125% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines and most households must have a qualifying emergency to receive assistance.
COMPASS
760 E. Broad St.
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 463-9612
COMPASS (Congregational Outreach Ministries Program of Assistance & Social Service) is a collaboration involving numerous area churches and other community groups. COMPASS provides services to prevent homelessness and stall evictions, allowing families to remain in their homes. We also refer individuals and families to other agencies within the community. COMPASS does not provide assistance for utility bills in default with the gas or electric company or for tenants scheduled to be evicted within the next 2 business days. Please note there is no guarantee of assistance. COMPASS is a site for Neighbor to Neighbor applications for AEP customers only.
No in person appointments currently due to covid-19. Applications are accepted online: https://compass614.questionpro.com/