KENTON, Ohio⎯The Hardin County Department of Job and Family Services will launch a countywide back to school clothing program for eligible Hardin County families beginning Monday, July 11.

“To be eligible families must reside in Hardin County, have children enrolled in grades PreK-12 and be at or below 200 percent of the federal poverty level. For a family of four, that’s right around $55,000 a year,” stated John Folk, Hardin County JFS Director.

Families or children who are determined to be eligible for the program will receive a voucher for $300 per child from Job and Family Services for clothing. The vouchers are good for clothing, shoes, boots, coats, undergarments, socks, winter hats and gloves. The voucher can only be used at participating stores which are Maurices, Kenton location and Kohl’s, Lima location.

Applications can be picked up between Monday, July 11 and Thursday, August 11 at Hardin County Job and Family Services, 175 W. Franklin St., Suite 150, Kenton. Applications and all verifications will need to be returned between July 11-August 11 by 4:30 p.m. 

Applicants will receive a phone call notifying them if they have been approved. Those approved for the program will receive instructions on how and when to pick up vouchers. Shopping will be from receipt of voucher through August 21. Vouchers must be redeemed by 7 p.m. on August 21st.

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