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Charitable Pharmacy

Free, life-saving prescription medication for neighbors without coverage.

Cincinnati's first charitable pharmacy fills prescriptions at no cost for people who can't afford them and have no insurance. Since opening, we've dispensed more than a million prescriptions across three access points.

Before you come

Who qualifies & what to bring

  • Live in Greater Cincinnati
  • Have no prescription-drug insurance coverage
  • Income at or below 200% of the federal poverty level
  • Bring a photo ID, a current prescription, and proof of income

How it works

Three steps to help

  1. 1

    Check eligibility

    Call the Help Line or use the Get Help finder to confirm you qualify and find your nearest pharmacy.

  2. 2

    Bring your documents

    A photo ID, your prescription, and proof of income. Our staff will help if anything is missing.

  3. 3

    Meet your pharmacist

    A licensed pharmacist reviews your medications, counsels you, and fills what you need — free.

Good to know

Questions, answered

Does it really cost nothing?

Yes. There is no charge for eligible neighbors, ever — including counseling.

Do you carry my medication?

We carry most common maintenance and acute medications. Call ahead and we'll confirm.

Is help available in Spanish?

Yes — bilingual staff and pharmacists are available at the Bank Street location.

Where to go

Locations offering this service

  • Charitable Pharmacy

    Charitable Pharmacy — Neyer Center

    1146 William L. Mallory, Sr. St.
    Cincinnati, OH 45214

    Hours: Mon–Thu 9:00am–3:30pm

  • Charitable Pharmacy

    Charitable Pharmacy — Winton Hills

    5061 Winneste Avenue
    Cincinnati, OH 45232

    Hours: Tue & Thu 10:00am–2:00pm

  • Charitable Pharmacy

    Charitable Pharmacy — Price Hill

    3301 Warsaw Avenue
    Cincinnati, OH 45205

    Hours: Wed 9:00am–1:00pm

Talk to a person

Not sure where to start? Call the Help Line.

A real neighbor will help you figure out what you qualify for and point you to the closest place to get it.