Ring doorbell camera lottery launches to reduce crime and improve safety

Today my office is launching the Porch Protection Program to reduce crime, combat package theft, and improve neighborhood safety. This is a pilot project to distribute camera-equipped doorbells to households in the ten highest crime ZIP codes across Columbus.

It’s a win-win for families and public safety.

To enter, you must own your home or receive approval from your landlord to install a camera-equipped doorbell, and earn up to 200% of the federal poverty level per household. You must also live in a qualifying ZIP code: 43201, 43204, 43207, 43211, 43219, 43223, 43224, 43228, 43229, or 43232.

Eligible households who register will be entered into a lottery to receive a free Ring doorbell. Applications must be received by Monday, December 9, 2024. Pickup events will take place the following week.

Learn more and enter the lottery: city-attorney.columbus.gov/porch-protection-program.aspx