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Help for Refugees & Immigrants

Africentric Personal Development Shop (APDS)

Provides alcohol and drug treatment, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), licensed counseling, domestic violence education and intervention programs, and support services for families impacted by addiction. Youth programs include summer camp, UCANN Serve and UCANN Lead programs for ages 11-17 to experience mentorship and civic engagement, Urban GEMS science and gardening after-school program for ages 12-19, and two scholarships per year for youth ages 17-22 pursuing higher education. The organization was founded by and centers the African community but serves all regardless of race, gender, disability, or economic status.
1409 East Livingstone Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 253-4448
apdsinc.org

Alianza 614 (Alliance 614)

This woman-led organization seeks to empower the Hispanic community, particularly youth and other minority groups, in Columbus. Programs include a monthly produce pantry, health fairs, backpack giveaways, and other community events. They can also place referrals to other helpful programs and resources.
(614) 500-2123
somosalianza614.org

ASHA Ray of Hope

Provides culturally sensitive support, services, and advocacy for women and children facing domestic abuse, whose country of origin is Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Pakistan, or Sri Lanka. Victims of domestic violence from all countries can call their 24/7 Help Line for support and referrals. Other services include crisis intervention, case management, court and legal advocacy, interpretation services, and a survivor support group.
4900 Reed Road, Columbus, Ohio 43220
24/7 Helpline: (614) 565-2918
Office: (614) 326-2121
asharayofhope.org

Asian American Community Services (AACS)

Supports Asian American and Asian immigrant communities in Ohio. They focus on East, Southeast, South Asian and Pacific Islander communities but assist individuals regardless of ethnic or racial background. Healthy Asian Youth (HAY) provides after-school and summer programming for low-income families. They offer free or low-cost classes for adults for ESL, Citizenship, and cultural arts. They also offer a Family Support Program for victims of crime, Senior citizen outreach, and interpreting and translation services. The Asian Health Initiative (AHI) provides free, culturally and linguistically appropriate services and health screenings for those living under 250% of the Federal Poverty Level.
4700 Reed Road, Columbus, Ohio 43220
(614) 220-4023
aacsohio.org

Columbus Public Health (CPH) Resource Lists

These neighborhood resource lists are extremely helpful in finding resources near you. They provide detailed listings of free and low cost health care, vision care, dental care, prescription help, food pantries, transportation, job help, pregnancy resources and much more. They are updated annually and reviewed by the Columbus Public Health social work team. Please note that CPH does not provide direct monetary assistance, but these lists are helpful in finding community agencies that do provide this assistance. All lists updated 2025.
Food Pantries & Soup Kitchens
Food Pantries & Soup Kitchens – French
Food Pantries & Soup Kitchens – Haitian Creole
Food Pantries & Soup Kitchens – Somali
Food Pantries & Soup Kitchens – Spanish

Health Care (Free Clinics, Dental, Vision & Women’s Health)
Emergency Resources (Housing, Food, Utilities, Safety & Clothing)
Agencies Serving Immigrants & Refugees
Job Help (Unemployment, Looking for a Job, Online Searches)
Pregnancy Resources (WIC, Healthcare, Utilities, Baby Supplies, Diaper Banks, Housing, & Parenting Classes)
Prescription Help (Reduced Cost Prescriptions, Discount Programs & Medicaid Info)
Programs & Resources for Seniors
Mental Health & Substance Use Resources (Crisis Lines, Healthcare, Support Groups, Disposal Box Locations)

240 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 645-6807
columbus.gov/Services/Public-Health/Find-Health-Care-Resources/Health-Resources-List

Community Refugee & Immigration Services (CRIS)

Nonprofit serving refugees and immigrants in Central Ohio. Services include English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, job readiness classes, case management, and referrals to additional community resources. Additional programs include:

  • Newcomer Support Services: Available for Ukrainians, Cubans, Haitians, and other ORR-eligible populations to receive support with things like enrolling in school, public benefits, and scheduling medical appointments.
  • Legal Clinics: Help with immigration legal matters such as work authorizations, asylum, naturalization, and more. Legal Clinics are available once per month specifically for residents from Ukraine, Haiti, or Refugees filing for permanent resident status.
  • Early Refugee School Impact (ERSI): Provides free early childhood development and educational support for children ages 0-5.
  • Community Connectors: Provides 1:1 mentorship New American youth and adults.
  • Parenting for Limited English Proficient (LEP): Provides in-home parenting support for families with children ages 0-18 in English, Somali, and Spanish.
  • Victims of Crime Assistance (VOCA): Provides confidential and trauma-informed services such as help filing compensation claims, assistance in court, and referrals in English, Spanish, Somali, Nepali, Hindi, and Arabic.
  • CRIS Wellness Clinic: Provides individual, group, and family counseling for ORR-eligible populations or those recovering from trauma. Contact the organization or visit the website for additional program details and eligibility requirements.

Main Office: 4645 Executive Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43220
CRIS Wellness Clinic: 1520 Old Henderson Road, Columbus, Ohio 43220
(614) 235-5747
crisohio.org

Ethiopian Tewahedo Social Services (ETSS)

Helps immigrants and refugees from all countries establish roots and gain self-sufficiency in Central Ohio. They offer job training, resettlement support, mentoring, English language classes (ESL), case management for victims of domestic violence and more. Youth programs include after school tutoring, Pathways 2 Success paid work training program for ages 16-18, wraparound coaching and support services for ages 14-18, scholarship opportunities, and summer camp.
4300 East Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43123
(614) 252-5362
ethiotss.org

Ohio Hispanic Coalition

Agency providing culturally and linguistically-appropriate services for Latino/Hispanic communities throughout Ohio. Free services include homework help and after school programs, summer camps, financial education, translation and interpretation services, ESL and citizenship classes. The Soy Latina program serves victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, and includes crisis intervention, safety planning, medical and legal advocacy, and a Community Empowerment Group.
After School Program: 3556 Sullivant Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43204
(614) 641-6739
Office: 1535 Bethel Road, Columbus, Ohio 43220
(614) 746-1032
Soy Latina Program: (614) 641-6739
ohiohispaniccoalition.org
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US Together

Mutual assistance agency serving refugees and immigrants in Ohio. Services include ESL classes, interpreter services, intensive case management, comprehensive care for victims of crime or gender violence, citizenship tutoring, healthcare access, and more.
ustogether.us

  • Columbus: 1415 East Dublin-Granville Road, Columbus, Ohio 43229
    (614) 437-9941
  • Cleveland: 2800 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115
    (216) 456-9630
  • Toledo: 3450 West Central Avenue, Toledo, Ohio 43606
    (419) 469-2529

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