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~ Columbus, Ohio - The City of Columbus has been awarded a significant grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to support the city's newest and most vulnerable residents. The $6.6 million grant, provided through FEMA's Shelter and Services Program, will be used to provide shelter and material assistance for immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers.
This funding comes as a welcome relief for the city, which has seen an increase in the number of refugees and immigrants seeking safety and a fresh start in Columbus. Mayor Andrew J. Ginther expressed his gratitude for the grant, stating that it will allow the city to address the immediate needs of these families without straining its existing shelter system.
The grant will be distributed over three years, with a total of $6,682,210 allocated to Columbus. This funding will go towards providing humanitarian services such as shelter, food, transportation, medical care, clothing, translation services, and outreach programs for noncitizen migrants who have entered the country legally.
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The City of Columbus has already faced challenges in accommodating vulnerable migrants in the past. In late 2023, hundreds of Haitian migrants were displaced from their homes at Colonial Village Apartments. Thanks to funding from the city's Department of Development, over 1300 individuals were able to find temporary shelter in nine hotels. Without this support, Central Ohio's regional shelter system would have been overwhelmed.
In January 2024, the Department of Development applied for this grant as part of their ongoing efforts to assist this population. The city hopes that this funding will not only provide immediate relief but also help build upon existing partnerships with organizations like Community Shelter Board to expand capacity for future needs.
This latest development is a testament to Columbus' commitment to supporting its newest residents and ensuring that they have access to essential services during their time of need. With this federal funding in place, the city can continue its efforts towards creating a welcoming and inclusive community for all.
This funding comes as a welcome relief for the city, which has seen an increase in the number of refugees and immigrants seeking safety and a fresh start in Columbus. Mayor Andrew J. Ginther expressed his gratitude for the grant, stating that it will allow the city to address the immediate needs of these families without straining its existing shelter system.
The grant will be distributed over three years, with a total of $6,682,210 allocated to Columbus. This funding will go towards providing humanitarian services such as shelter, food, transportation, medical care, clothing, translation services, and outreach programs for noncitizen migrants who have entered the country legally.
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The City of Columbus has already faced challenges in accommodating vulnerable migrants in the past. In late 2023, hundreds of Haitian migrants were displaced from their homes at Colonial Village Apartments. Thanks to funding from the city's Department of Development, over 1300 individuals were able to find temporary shelter in nine hotels. Without this support, Central Ohio's regional shelter system would have been overwhelmed.
In January 2024, the Department of Development applied for this grant as part of their ongoing efforts to assist this population. The city hopes that this funding will not only provide immediate relief but also help build upon existing partnerships with organizations like Community Shelter Board to expand capacity for future needs.
This latest development is a testament to Columbus' commitment to supporting its newest residents and ensuring that they have access to essential services during their time of need. With this federal funding in place, the city can continue its efforts towards creating a welcoming and inclusive community for all.
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