Service/Program:
Action Fund
Description of service/program:
The Action Fund is a low-barrier hardship fund focused on addressing unmet community needs that threaten self-sufficiency. While there are many formal funds and support programs, strict eligibility guidelines restrict access to some of our most fragile citizens.
Areas of potential support:
- Utility assistance not covered by existing programs
- Rent/Mortgage assistance not covered by existing programs
- Transportation/Vehicle expenses
- Assistance with vehicle fuel for work, school, and medical needs
- Addressing needs preventing formal program participation
- Home repair, disability access, and safety needs
- Employment readiness (training, equipment)
- Prosocial activities for youth
Service limitations (income, geographic, hours, etc):
The Action Fund is able to respond quickly to imminent needs through an efficient application, determination, and disbursement process. Contact your local CAWM office.
Referral contact information:
Medina Office
232 Northland Drive
Medina, Ohio 44256
Phone: (330) 723-2229
Wooster Office
905 Pittsburgh Avenue
Wooster, Ohio 44691
Phone: (330) 264-8677
Rittman Outreach & Food Pantry
88 N. Main Street
Rittman, Ohio 44270
Phone: (330) 927-1871
Lodi Office
110 Highland Drive
Lodi, Ohio 44254
Phone: (330)723-2229
West Salem Outreach & Food Pantry
99 East Buckeye Street
West Salem, OH 44287
Phone: (419)853-3242
Community Action Wayne / Medina – https://communitynavigator.theconnectorproject.org/community-action-wayne-medina/