The Hardin County Department of Job and Family Services announced  it launched a countywide K-12 Shoe Voucher Program for eligible Hardin County families beginning Monday, May 3.

“To be eligible families must reside in Hardin County, have children enrolled in grades K-12 and be at or below 200 percent of the federal poverty level.

For a family of four, that’s right around $53,000 a year,” saidJohn Folk, Hardin County JFS Director.

Families or children who are determined to be eligible for the program will receive a voucher for $50 per child from Job & Family Services for shoes. The vouchers can be redeemed at Shoe Sensation in Kenton.

Applications may be picked up and returned between Monday, May 3 and Wednesday, May 5 in the lobby of Hardin County Job and Family Services, 175 W. Franklin St., Suite 150, Kenton. All verifications will need to be returned by May 17. 

Applicant will receive a phone call notifying them if they have been approved or denied. Those approved for the program will receive instructions on how and when to pick up vouchers. Vouchers must be redeemed by May 28.

For additional information or to determine eligibility, contact the agency at 419-675-1130.