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to people in need throughout Central Ohio.
$2.25 provides a complete meal for an LSS Faith Mission client
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LSS offers services to provide for the basic needs of all people. Through our programs, we reach 27 counties in Ohio.
Impact You Can See
Each program within the Lutheran Social Services Network of Hope is unique and diverse, serving a different function in achieving our mission of creating a better world by serving people in need. We are always striving to restore lives and communities, one person at a time. We are humbled by the number of neighbors we’ve been able to serve.
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You can help people in need in many ways. From those experiencing homelessness and families without food, to domestic violence victims and their children, your support makes all the difference.
Our Stories
People come to LSS at different stages in their lives and for different reasons. Each person’s story is unique. We strive to meet our clients, residents, volunteers, partners and donors where they are in life and serve them as individuals so that their lives may be fulfilled. Here are some of those unique stories.
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A few weeks ago residents of Grovewood Place, an LSS senior affordable housing community, enjoyed the last of the summer weather with a cookout complete with 50s music!
14 hours ago
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So glad they can have great recreation
LSS 211 Central Ohio is in need of Foodline volunteers to help connect people who are hungry to needed food resources and special Thanksgiving food distribution events. This is a virtual volunteer opportunity that requires only a smartphone and computer. Click here to learn more. lss.vomo.org/project/lss-211-foodline-volunteers
2 days ago
A team from LSS The Good Shepherd participated in the United Way of Ashland County Ohio Kay Conrad Day of Caring by doing yard work for three local seniors.
5 days ago
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That's great to hear. Way to be KIND!
Wonderful!
Great team of ladies ❤️
Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio is a United Way agency, a member of Lutheran Services in America and a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization.
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