Whether you need help, want to give, or simply want to be part of building something meaningful in Newark — you're in the right place
Reaching out should feel as easy as knocking on a neighbor's door. There is no required form and no documentation needed to start — just a brief description of what you're facing.
We commit to responding within 24 hours. No judgment. No conditions.
📧 newarkbridgecollective@proton.me
Beyond financial aid, the Collective is building toward a community resource-sharing network. Neighbors pitching together on tools, trading skills, and choosing each other over corporations.
🔧 Tool library — borrow instead of buy
💡 Skills directory — share what you know
⏱ Time bank — an hour given for an hour received
🛍 Local marketplace — neighbors first, corporations last
🔨 Repair events — bring broken things, find people who can fix them
These organizations serve Newark and Licking County and can help with a range of needs:
LCAP — Utility & rent assistance · (740) 345-6098
211 Licking County — All local services referral · Dial 2-1-1
Mid-Ohio Food Collective — Food pantry network · midohiofoodbank.org
Salvation Army Newark — Emergency food & goods · (740) 345-4204
Faith Mission Newark — Shelter & meals · (740) 345-6564
Ohio Benefit Bank — Benefits & HEAP enrollment · ohiobenefits.gov
Ready to reach out?
newarkbridgecollective@proton.me