RESOURCES FOR COLLABORATIVE PARTNERS
It’s our goal to provide resources that help our collaborative partners expand your reach and capacity. Please see the resources below, and let us know if you have any suggestions!
Any questions? Reach out to the Marketing & Engagement team at volunteer@uwloraincounty.org
CLIENT RESOURCES
Free Items
We have quality-checked, gently-used books available for all ages.
Email volunteer@uwloraincounty.org or call 440-277-6530 to see what we have in stock.
We keep school supplies in inventory year-round to support local families, schools, and agencies.
Email volunteer@uwloraincounty.org or call 440-277-6530 to see what we have in stock.
Inventory coming soon!
Email volunteer@uwloraincounty.org or call 440-277-6530 to see what we have in stock.
Services

Dial: 2-1-1 First Call for Help is a community information and referral hotline powered by United Way of Greater Lorain County.
Access is available to hundreds of services relating to financial stability, including:
- Utilities Assistance
- Low Cost Housing
- Jobs & Public Benefits
- Food Programs
- ID/Legal Documents
*Spanish speaking information & referral specialists available.

The Free Tax Prep Coalition is an Impact Initiative made up of numerous organizations across Lorain County that collaborate to help working families save money by providing free income tax preparation and filing.
FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT:
Dial: 2-1-1 | Toll free: (800) 275-6106
Visit: loraincountyfreetaxprep.org
Trained, IRS-certified volunteers prepare income taxes at no charge to families and individuals throughout Greater Lorain County with professionalism and confidentiality. Individuals, families and the elderly save valuable money in tax preparation fees by having volunteers file their taxes for them.
In general, individuals and families with a household income of about $60,000 or less are eligible. Some coalition partners can accommodate other financial situations.
Check out the 2021 Lorain County Transportation Guide
Use this as a reference for transportation options and resources in Lorain County.
Reach out to Sharon Pearson, Lorain County Mobility Manager at sharon.pearson@uwloraincounty.org or 440-277-6530 for more information.
Check out our new website to see free fitness offerings offered by local partners – virtually & in person!
AGENCY RESOURCES
Would you like us to make a post about a project or event you’re working on?
Please fill out the form below to let us know about your project!
If you have any questions in the meantime, please email volunteers@uwloraincounty.org or call 440-277-6530.
Putting together a grant proposal or appeal?
Check out the 2-1-1 Data Dashboard for real time data regarding our community’s met and unmet needs.