Kent Social Services

Kent Social Services Kent Social Services commits to feeding the body and spirit of vulnerable people in the community Referral services are also offered.

Kent Social Services (KSS) is the only hot meal site in Kent and provides meals at no cost five days a week. KSS serves 50-60 individuals a day, 25,000 nutritious meals annually and distributes 10,000 bags of groceries annually. The facility serves as a place for adults to gather to relax, socialize and benefit from occasional educational programs. The Lord’s Pantry provides approximately three ba

gs of basic grocery staples once a month to financially vulnerable families and individuals who meet federal income eligibility requirements. Since there are numerous food pantries in Portage County, each one serves specific geographic areas. KSS serves households living in Kent, Franklin Township and the part of Brady Lake that is in the Kent public school district. Appointments must be made in advance and there is about a four-day wait from the call to the appointment (although emergency orders may be taken if time permits). For the first appointment, participants should bring a photo ID and proof of residence, such as a utility bill or lease. Due to our program, Kent residents now have access to emergency groceries and daily hot meals. This includes populations that especially demand attention. Senior citizens and children are among the largest groups that benefit from the services we provide. Of current pantry participants, 20% are seniors and 34% children. 29% of the meal participants are over the age of 60.

Some of our staff and volunteers took the day off to enjoy a well deserved break and recharge. Lots of laughs, new frien...
08/21/2026

Some of our staff and volunteers took the day off to enjoy a well deserved break and recharge. Lots of laughs, new friendships and memories are being made.

Do you have a child that needs a car seat? Safe Mobility Project Car Seat Distribution Event is October 6th 10am to 12p...
08/10/2026

Do you have a child that needs a car seat?

Safe Mobility Project Car Seat Distribution

Event is October 6th 10am to 12pm at Kent Social Services

To check eligibility & sign up for an appointment contact Sarah at 330-543-1595

Eligibility Requirements 👇
⭐️ PORTAGE County Resident
⭐️ Parent or Legal Guardian
⭐️ Benefit Eligible (WIC, Medicaid or SNAP)

This event is for PORTAGE COUNTY families ONLY.

🛑 Deadline to register is September 22nd, 2026. This event is on a first-come first-served basis with registration. Only open to 20 registrants.

Walk-ins WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Thank you to local employees of Ohio Valley Philadelphia Insurance Companies for donating all these school supplies and ...
08/08/2026

Thank you to local employees of Ohio Valley Philadelphia Insurance Companies for donating all these school supplies and bookbags to help the kids within our community kick off the 2026/2027 school year. We appreciate your support and generosity!

Thank you to Ametek for their very kind and generous donation of school supplies. These supplies will be handed out to ...
08/07/2026

Thank you to Ametek for their very kind and generous donation of school supplies. These supplies will be handed out to are students next Thursday. We cant thank Ametek & their amazing employees for helping area students kick off the school year right!

We would like to thank the kids from the Hudson garden club for these kind and thoughtful "Thank You" cards. We appreci...
08/06/2026

We would like to thank the kids from the Hudson garden club for these kind and thoughtful "Thank You" cards. We appreciate all of you ❤️

We are currently in need of jelly & canned or boxed soup. You may drop off items Mon-Fri 9am to 3pm at Kent Social Ser...
08/06/2026

We are currently in need of jelly & canned or boxed soup. You may drop off items Mon-Fri 9am to 3pm at Kent Social Services 1066 S Water St. Thank you in advance

School Suppy Drive going on NOW until FRIDAY AUGUST 7TH. Bring YOUR new school supply donations or a new backpack/bookba...
08/04/2026

School Suppy Drive going on NOW until FRIDAY AUGUST 7TH. Bring YOUR new school supply donations or a new backpack/bookbag (middle school/highschool age) to Kent Social Services Mon-Fri 9am to 3pm or ANYTIME at KPD lobby.
Lets help the kids of Kent kickoff an amazing 2026/2027 school year. 🎒🖊✏️📝

You may also have school supplies directly delivered to Kent Social Services at 1066 S Water St. Kent, Ohio 44240

Community supporting Community ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Friends Fighting Hunger Putt'r Golf Classic🏌‍♀️⛳️🏌‍♂️Proceeds Benefit Kent Social Services & Ravenna Center of Hope 🏌‍♂️...
08/03/2026

Friends Fighting Hunger Putt'r Golf Classic🏌‍♀️⛳️🏌‍♂️

Proceeds Benefit Kent Social Services & Ravenna Center of Hope
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School Suppy Drive going on NOW until AUGUST 7TH. Bring YOUR new school supply donations or a new backpack/bookbag (midd...
08/03/2026

School Suppy Drive going on NOW until AUGUST 7TH. Bring YOUR new school supply donations or a new backpack/bookbag (middle school/highschool age) to Kent Social Services Mon-Fri 9am to 3pm or ANYTIME at KPD lobby.
Lets help the kids of Kent kickoff an amazing 2026/2027 school year. 🎒🖊✏️📝

You may also have school supplies directly delivered to Kent Social Services at 1066 S Water St. Kent, Ohio 44240

Community supporting Community ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

At Kent Social Services we believe in neighbors helping neighbors which is why we are currently accepting donations on t...
07/31/2026

At Kent Social Services we believe in neighbors helping neighbors which is why we are currently accepting donations on the following items listed in this graphic for our amazing educators. 👩‍🏫❤️👨‍🏫

We have something exciting that we are working on for the upcoming school year to help our neighborhood educators with needed items for their classrooms so that our valued educators dont have to dip into their own pockets. The more thats donated the more amazing teachers we can help ❤️

We will collect until August 29th! Thank you in advance.

Please drop off donated items listed Mon - Fri 9:30am to 2:30pm at Kent Social Services 1066 S. Water St Kent or ANYTIME before August 7th to Kent PD in their lobby.

Address

1066 S Water Street
Kent, OH
44240

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 3pm
Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday 9am - 3pm
Thursday 9am - 3pm
Friday 9am - 3pm

Telephone

+13306736963

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