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Greater Cincinnati United Way Database Now Searchable On Our Site

You can now search the Greater Cincinnati United Way database without leaving United Resource Connection by using the form located at https://cincinnati.unitedresourceconnection.org/uwgc-database. The Greater Cincinnati United Way database consists of nearly 1,500 agencies and organizations that provide approximately 3,000 programs to assist you in your time of need. The database provides

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Shared by United Resource Connection June 18, 2021

EBT and Medicaid cardholders get a discount on Amazon Prime

UPDATED 2/12/23 TO REFLECT CHANGES IN PRICING. As an Amazon Prime member, you receive Free Two-Day Delivery on over 100 million items, exclusive shopping deals, and discounts on diapers and baby food. With Prime, you also get access to thousands of movies, TV shows, and music to stream online or

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Shared by United Resource Connection June 3, 2021

CAA’s Home Relief Program

The Community Action Agency has a Home Relief Fund to assist families with bills ranging from rent, mortgage, and utilities including water, sewage, stormwater, and trash removal. The Home Relief Program is being funded, in part, through federal treasury allocations made available to Hamilton County and the City of Cincinnati

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Shared by United Resource Connection May 17, 2021

United Way 2-1-1

  United Resource Connection has partnered with the United Way to help enhance communication and collaboration between area social service agencies. Each resource page on United Resource Connection prominently displays a link to United Way 2-1-1. United Way 2-1-1 provides free, confidential information and referrals, available 24/7. Dial 2-1-1 to

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Shared by United Resource Connection March 27, 2021

Water Debt Forgiveness Program

What is this Forgiveness Program? This temporary program will help customers avoid water shutoffs at their home. Customers must demonstrate they are experiencing economic hardship due to COVID-19 or be at or below specified income levels. What part and amount of my bill will be forgiven? Customers who qualify will

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Shared by United Resource Connection March 19, 2021

Shop Groceries on Amazon & Pay with SNAP EBT

Shop fresh produce, meat, pantry staples, beverages, and everyday food on Amazon, and receive same-day delivery (no minimum spend for free-delivery on these food orders if you are an Amazon Prime member, otherwise, free-delivery on fresh produce and meat orders over $35; free-delivery on all other food orders over $25).

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Shared by United Resource Connection March 2, 2021

Need Help with your Duke Bills? Here’s How to Schedule an Appointment for HEAP & PIPP

The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) is a federally funded program that provides eligible Ohioans assistance with their energy bills. This one-time benefit is applied directly to the customer’s utility bill or bulk fuel bill. The Percentage of Income Payment Plan (PIPP) helps eligible Ohioans manage their energy bills year-

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Shared by United Resource Connection February 11, 2021

Rent and Utilities Assistance

If you live in Hamilton County and have experienced a job loss or decrease in income due to COVID-19, we can help you with rent and utilities assistance! Hamilton County has recently awarded us CARES funding to assist families in need with up to $2,500 within a three month period.

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Shared by Freestore Food Bank, Trisha Rayner for Media Inquiries July 20, 2020

Stabilization Program at the Freestore

CUSTOMER CONNECTION CENTER FLYER PURPOSE: To assist individuals to achieve greater stability by helping them to define key areas in their life that create barriers to obtaining and maintaining employment. REQUIREMENTS: Commitment to personal change that will help overcome barriers to increased self-reliance and stability. PROCESS: Individuals can be referred

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Shared by Freestore Food Bank, Trisha Rayner for Media Inquiries June 10, 2020

Filing for Unemployment in Ohio: Quick Tips and Step-By-Step Guide

Apply for unemployment benefits as soon as you become unemployed. Your claim will become effective the Sunday after your application is filed. Your first payment will begin processing after you (1) receive your eligibility determination AND (2) file your first weekly claim. Applying online will help expedite this process. If

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Shared by United Resource Connection April 16, 2020

60 Days of Free Internet for Students & Teachers

For students and teachers who don’t have Internet service, Spectrum is offering free Internet and Wifi access for 60 days.   Teachers and parent/guardians can call (855) 243-8892 and ask for the sales department (expect a long wait). Tell them you would like to set up new service and get

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Shared by United Resource Connection April 9, 2020

Local Food Pantries Sorted by Zip Code

THIS ARTICLE HAS EXPIRED. LINKS HAVE BEEN REMOVED TO COMPLY WITH QUALITY ASSURANCE GUIDELINES. The Cincinnati Freestore compiles a list of local food pantries with addresses and contact information. This is a great resource if you know someone or a family in need of food assistance. It is also a

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Shared by United Resource Connection April 9, 2020

Benefits Enrollment

Freestore Foodbank’s Customer Connection Center works with a network of social service providers to ensure holistic support to the entire family, offering many resources on site with other forms of support through referrals. Because benefits are often a vital lifeline during a time of crisis for local families, we offer

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Shared by Freestore Food Bank, Trisha Rayner for Media Inquiries January 1, 2020