FRANKLIN COUNTY LEADERS ADDRESS SNAP CHANGES AFFECTING FAMILIES Published on October 16, 2025 This morning, the Franklin County Board of Commissioners, Health and Human Services leaders, representatives from the Mid-Ohio Food Collective, and representatives from refugee-focused community groups came together to highlight the impact of recent changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) on families across Franklin County. Tagged as: , Community Events & Announcements, Health & Human Services, Nonprofit & Community Partnerships
Trades Academy To Link Franklin County Residents With In-Demand Jobs Published on June 12, 2025 The Columbus Urban League and the Franklin County Department of Job and Family Services are launching the Franklin County Trades Academy, a workforce training initiative designed to connect Franklin County residents to careers in the skilled trades. Tagged as: , Employment & Volunteer Opportunities, Health & Human Services, Nonprofit & Community Partnerships, Workforce Development & Training
Franklin County Launches Redesigned, User-Friendly Website Published on May 20, 2025 Franklin County is proud to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website, franklincountyohio.gov, which features a modern design, improved navigation, and full mobile compatibility. Tagged as: , Awards & Achievements, Community Events & Announcements
Franklin County Champions Free Tax Prep Services for Residents Published on March 22, 2025 With the annual tax filing deadline quickly approaching, Franklin County is raising awareness about free tax preparation services available to thousands of residents and families. Tagged as: , Budget & Finance, Community Events & Announcements, Health & Human Services, Nonprofit & Community Partnerships
New One Door Initiative Expands Access To Health & Human Services Published on January 21, 2025 Franklin County Commissioners launched the opening of One Door, a transformative initiative designed to streamline access to essential Health and Human Service resources. The program was unveiled with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Michael J. Dorrian Building, where the One Door office is now open to serve residents on the first floor of the county government complex. Tagged as: , Health & Human Services
Changes to SNAP Make It Easier to Find Work, Advance in Career Published on October 09, 2024 A pair of significant changes to Ohio’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) that went into effect at the beginning of the month will provide more options for working families and job seekers. Tagged as: , Health & Human Services, Nonprofit & Community Partnerships, Workforce Development & Training
Commissioners Recognized Nationally for Resident Centered Programs Published on July 16, 2024 Under the leadership of the Board of Commissioners Franklin County has received four prestigious awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo) for its innovative programming during their annual conference this past weekend. Tagged as: , Awards & Achievements, Education & Early Learning, Health & Human Services, Public Health & Safety, Technology & Innovation
FCDJFS Opportunity Centers Offering Full Services to Residents Published on April 15, 2024 The Franklin County Department of Job and Family Services (JFS) has resumed providing a full array of services to the public at each of its three Community Opportunity Centers during standard hours of operation, Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Tagged as: , Health & Human Services
Franklin County, NCUS TEC Partner to Offer Fiber Technician Training Published on April 04, 2024 As the information technology sector continues to grow in Central Ohio, Franklin County has launched a new workforce initiative to meet rising demand. Tagged as: , Health & Human Services, Nonprofit & Community Partnerships, Technology & Innovation, Workforce Development & Training
Franklin County Partnership Connects SNAP Recipients to Job Training Published on December 04, 2023 Franklin County is partnering with the Godman Guild Association to offer employment and training opportunities for residents on food assistance. Tagged as: , Health & Human Services, Nonprofit & Community Partnerships, Workforce Development & Training
Deputy Administrator Co-Hosts National Panel on Child Tax Credit Published on February 02, 2023 The National Association of Counties (NACo) has tapped Deputy Franklin County Administrator Joy Bivens to host a panel discussion on the Child Tax Credit later this month in Washington, DC. The panel will take place Saturday, Feb. 11 at 11 a.m. at the 2023 NACo Legislative Conference. Tagged as: , Awards & Achievements, Community Events & Announcements, Health & Human Services
Commissioners Invest $4.5M To Help Women of Color Join Tech Sector Published on March 09, 2022 Franklin County was in the headlines last week when President Joe Biden touted local technology investments in his State of the Union speech. Tagged as: , Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Health & Human Services, Nonprofit & Community Partnerships, Technology & Innovation, Workforce Development & Training
Franklin County Supports Free Tax Prep, Raises Awareness On Tax Credit Published on February 09, 2022 The Franklin County Commissioners voted Tuesday to approve $75,000 to support free tax preparation services for low- and middle-income residents and families. Tagged as: , Health & Human Services, Nonprofit & Community Partnerships
JFS Partners With J-PAL North America To Research Eviction Prevention Published on December 20, 2021 With the pandemic and rising housing costs continuing to put a strain on families, a new Franklin County partnership is preparing to evaluate strategies to keep them in their homes. Tagged as: , Awards & Achievements, Community Events & Announcements, Economic Development, Health & Human Services
Franklin County, NBC 4 Partner To Connect Residents With Rental Help Published on September 27, 2021 Franklin County is teaming up with NBC 4 and an array of community partners to help connect residents struggling with rent or facing eviction with resources and support to stay in their homes. Tagged as: , Community Events & Announcements, Health & Human Services, Nonprofit & Community Partnerships
New Online Tool Connects Residents With Mental Health Resources Published on August 10, 2021 Franklin County announced today the launch of a new online tool to connect residents and families with national and local resources to address their mental and emotional health challenges. Tagged as: , Health & Human Services, Nonprofit & Community Partnerships, Public Health & Safety