Explore organizations that directly serve teenagers, transition-age youth, adults, parents, and families—from finishing school and finding work to housing, mental health, disability support, and family stability.
Information is adapted from community resource guides, including the 2026 Montgomery County Community Resource Guide and CAP4Kids Columbus, for discovery purposes. Ready Set Onward does not guarantee availability, eligibility, or service quality. Contact the provider directly to confirm current details.
Connects job seekers facing criminal-record barriers with partner agencies in Greater Cincinnati. Begin through the agency options on its job-seeker page; confirm which services are in Ohio.
Job-search and coaching support listed by Beacon of Hope as a starting agency for job seekers facing record-related employment barriers.
A one-stop connection to employment, training, and services that strengthen financial stability and quality of life.
Provides scattered-site housing plus education, employment, mental-wellness, and independent-living supports in Springfield, Dayton, and Cincinnati.
Provides jobs and year-round job-readiness training to help young people build experience, confidence, and career direction.
Supports out-of-school youth with education completion, occupational training, paid work experience, career coaching, and barrier reduction.
Connect with local food, housing, health, transportation, and family support. Columbus residents can also call 614-221-2255.
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