Organizational History
The Licking County Coalition of Care is a faith-based partnership of local churches committed to pooling resources, to work together to meet the needs of families on the verge of crisis. The organization was created in response to the increasing numbers of calls individual churches were receiving from people in need of help. Recognizing that local churches have limited resources to screen calls and generally are not equipped to provide assessment, planning, referral and on-going support, the Coalition was formed. Caring and concerned citizens from a variety of churches came together in 2003 to create the Coalition.
A Steering Committee was formed to review a number of different outreach models and to create one best suited to the needs and resources of this county. The steering committee worked to incorporate, attain IRS designation as a 501(c) (3) organization, renovate a facility, and open on September 1, 2005.
The Licking County Coalition of Care is a true grassroots effort and exemplifies what can be accomplished when people coalesce for the good of their community. The Coalition serves as a clearinghouse for information about area services, and works closely with local agencies.
In the Coalition’s four years of service, the program has had a measurable impact on the community. On an average, financial assistance is provided to 1,100 clients per year. Our financial assistance helps maintain shelter and utilities for families, funds meet needs for electric, rent, heat, water, and prescriptions and transporation to new employment or medical appointments.
The mission of the Licking County Coalition of Care is a faith-based organization that empowers people in crisis by connecting them with resources to meet their basic spiritual and physical needs and move them toward stability.
Vision
The vision of the Coalition of Care is to improve the lives of those living in poverty in Licking County. It is our goal to have a positive impact on the well being of individuals who have few resources or options by reflecting God's love for them, connecting them to programs and services in the community, and offering financial assistance when other resources are not available.
The Licking County Coalition of Care endeavors to be the “last piece” of the emergency-funding puzzle faced by
The Licking County Coalition of Care recognizes the importance of spiritual development for those seeking services. To this end, the organization seeks to connect clients with a local congregation that can nurture and support them.
By Referral Only
Each client who requests help from the Coalition is required to have a referral from a local church (we also accept referrals from the St. Vincent DePaul Society and the Salvation Army). Churches in