Getting Help
Eligibility Requirements
Families must meet all of the following requirements to be eligible for assistance.
- Children and Guardian must reside in Franklin County, Ohio.
- Children must be enrolled and attending school, grades K – 12.
Clothing Process
Step 1: Application
- Only a custodial parent or legal guardian may apply
- Complete application in person Monday-Friday, 9am-12:30pm, and Monday and Wednesday Evenings 5:30 – 8pm at 4300 Indianola Ave.
- Present the following documents when applying:
- Social Security card, or Taxpayer ID number, and photo identification for yourself (driver's license, state ID, Resident Alien Card, etc.)
- Proof of household income (benefits letter, recent pay stub)
- Identification for children (Social Security card or Health card)
Step 2: Home Visit
- Each family receives a home visit by a Charity Newsie volunteer
- Children must be present at home visit
- No appointments will be made for the home visit
Step 3: Clothing Appointment
- Appointment times are given during the home visit
- You must bring your child to our Headquarters store to receive clothing
Last update: 1/27/2010
