Columbus State program assisting students with housing needs

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Changing lives and futures, one student at a time. The city of Columbus is pouring funding into an effort aimed at providing stable housing for hundreds who need it.

The 'Success Bridge' program was launched at Columbus State Community College in an effort to help struggling youngsters.

The focus of the program is to give hundreds of students the support and ability to graduate school. The key point in all of this is housing, giving students a stable environment to help push their lives forward.

From Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther to city council president Shannon Hardin, the effort is vital to ensure local students have the aid necessary to complete college. A major part of that effort is secure housing.