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Call 211 first for same-day screening and referrals for shelter, food, utilities, transportation, and childcare.

Free No sign-in Provider verification required enLocal Government ProgramCuyahoga County Rent and Utility AssistanceCity of Cleveland Help with Food and UtilitiesNonprofit

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Programs to contact

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Cuyahoga County Rent and Utility Assistance

Local Government Program

Rental help, housing vouchers, utility assistance, and DV shelter referrals in Cuyahoga County; call for intake.

Open provider page +1-216-600-2814
2

City of Cleveland Help with Food and Utilities

Local Government Program

Food and utility assistance plus mental health and addiction recovery referrals in Cleveland; see hours & eligibility.

Open provider page +1-216-664-2000
3

YMCA of Greater Cleveland Childcare Financial Assistance

Nonprofit

Financial aid for YMCA childcare, day camp, Y-Club and Head Start access; apply online.

Open provider page +1-995-827-2065
4

Society of St. Vincent de Paul Cleveland

Nonprofit

Local, person-to-person help for utilities, SNAP enrollment, and emergency housing support in Cleveland; see hours & eligibility.

Open provider page +1-216-696-6525
5

Burten, Bell, Carr Development Resident Resources

Nonprofit

Resident resources for housing, community development, and referrals for addiction treatment in Cleveland neighborhoods; see resident services.

Open provider page +1-775-834-4471

Recommended next steps

  • Call 211 first for same-day screening and referrals for shelter, food, utilities, transportation, and childcare.
  • If rent or utilities are overdue, contact Cuyahoga County and Famicos before an eviction filing or shutoff date.
  • Gather ID, lease, utility bills, proof of income, benefit letters, and any court or shutoff notices before applying.
  • For food, ask the City of Cleveland resource page and St. Vincent de Paul about pantry or meal options near your ZIP code.
  • If you have children, apply through Ohio benefits and ask YMCA about sliding-scale childcare help.
  • Pregnant or parenting mothers with young children should contact The Haven Home intake as soon as possible.
  • If you are 60+ or disabled, ask Cleveland Department of Aging about food, utility, and transportation supports.
  • Ask each agency if transportation passes, gas cards, or ride help are available for appointments or work.
  • If facing eviction, request legal help immediately and do not miss any Cleveland Housing Court dates.
  • Apply to more than one program because funds, eligibility, and wait times change often.

Need categories

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Housing and Shelter

  • Emergency and Stability
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Food Assistance

  • Food Security