Far East Area Commission, Columbus, Ohio

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

Stay cool this summer with a FREE box fan from the Franklin County Office on Aging.

Eligible residents must be Franklin County residents, age 60 or older and schedule a pickup date in advance.

Available pickup dates begin May 28 and continue through Sept. 1 at Memorial Hall, 280 East Broad St., Columbus, OH 43215, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

To schedule your FREE box fan pickup, visit officeonaging.org/boxfan or scan the QR code on the flyer.

Delivery is available only for homebound seniors. Please call (614) 525-6200 to schedule a delivery.

05/27/2026

FREE SUMMER MEALS are coming back to the library 🍽️🌟

Starting Monday, June 1, kids and teens can get free meals at select library locations thanks to Children's Hunger Alliance. Some branches will also offer breakfast or dinner options.

Meals will be available until school is back in session.

👉 See meal times in the comments, and come grab a plate!

05/22/2026

Applications for the Non-Profit Accelerator Program are officially open!

The City of Columbus Department of Neighborhoods is proud to launch this 10-week capacity-building initiative, specifically designed to support small and grassroots organizations that are making a difference in our communities. If your organization is working to address critical needs and strengthen our neighborhoods, we want to help you scale your impact.

What participants will receive:
✔️ Expert-led training tailored to organizational growth.
✔️ One-on-one technical assistance to solve specific challenges.
✔️ Peer learning opportunities with fellow community leaders.
✔️ Strategic tools to increase long-term capacity and sustainability.

Key Dates:
🗓️ Virtual Kickoff: August 25
📅 Weekly Sessions: September 1 – November 4
⌛ Application Deadline: June 30

Ready to grow? Go to:
https://tinyurl.com/nonprofitaccelerator2026

05/13/2026

☀️Ohio is now accepting applications for Sun Bucks - a grocery benefit program that provides $120 for each eligible school-aged child during the summer. But wait! Most eligible children will be automatically enrolled.

Find out if your child is eligible or apply at: https://sebt.ohio.gov



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05/12/2026

🚨 Join Us for an Exciting FREE Community Safety Conference!

Come be a part of an empowering and informative event focused on building safer and stronger communities together! This engaging conference will feature important conversations and practical information on:

✅ Personal Safety
✅ Business Safety & Crime Prevention
✅ The ABC’s of Police & Community Relations
✅ Engaging and Empowering Our Youth
✅ Community Resources, Networking & More!

This is a great opportunity for community members, business owners, parents, youth leaders, and residents of all ages to learn valuable safety tips, ask questions, and connect with local leaders and organizations committed to making a difference.

🎟️ FREE Admission
📍 Everyone is Welcome
🤝 Together We Can Build Safer Communities

Register Online:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/central-ohio-crime-stoppers-crime-prevention-conference-tickets-1986219424767

Bring your family, friends, neighbors, and colleagues and join us for an impactful day of education, empowerment, and community engagement!