FAQ
Lutheran Social Services serves thousands of people each day in 26 Ohio counties by providing the basic human needs of food, shelter, safety and healing.
Lutheran Social Services (LSS) serves thousands of people each day in 26 Ohio counties by providing the basic human needs of food, shelter, safety and healing. Our LSS Network of Hope offers food through the LSS Food Pantries, housing and supportive services through LSS Faith Mission and LSS Faith Mission of Fairfield County homeless shelters, domestic violence services through LSS CHOICES for Victims of Domestic Violence, senior living and health care facilities, affordable housing communities and other programs and services that uplift families and strengthen communities.
No, we serve all people regardless of religious beliefs. Although our founders were Lutheran, our current organization is made up of diverse staff and volunteers. We adhere to the highest standards of quality of care, treating each person with dignity and respect, regardless of race, gender, creed or faith background.
Our organization’s headquarters is located in Columbus, Ohio, and our agency has programs that serve people in 26 counties in Ohio. We are independent from any other Lutheran Social Service agency around the country.
The home office for Lutheran Social Services is located at 1105 Schrock Rd., Ste 100 Columbus, OH 43229. No services are provided at the home office. We are also unable to accept donated items at this address. To view the addresses of individual LSS programs, please visit each program’s main webpage.
LSS is a network of multiple programs all offering different types of services. Please visit the Get Help page to be directed to the correct program.
We do not offer monetary assistance or assistance with rent, utilities, clothing or household items. If you need help, please contact LSS 211 Central Ohio in Franklin County or your local 211. We do offer food assistance through our pantry system. Click here for more information about the LSS Food Pantries or call 877-LSS-MEAL.
LSS offers volunteer opportunities in several programs. It is through the support of our volunteers that LSS can offer services and programs that impact lives. To explore our volunteer opportunities, click here.
Yes! Click here to make a one-time donation or to set up a monthly donation through our secure giving site.
