Emergency Financial Assistance | C.E.F.S. Economic Opportunity Corporation

515 North Cedar, Shelbyville, IL 62565

Eligibility

Open to those who meet income guidelines

Required documents

Upon request

(217) 342-2193

Voice·

Main Phone

Websitewww.cefseoc.org

Email[email protected]

Application process

Call local outreach office for further assistance

Fees

None

Service area

Christian County, IL Clay County, IL Effingham County, IL Fayette County, IL Montgomery County, IL Moultrie County, IL Shelby County, IL

Offers help with limited financial assistance (as funding allows) for basic needs such as rent, rent deposits, utilities, food, hygiene products, and more.

Clients must participate in ongoing case management.

Last assured

02/04/2026

What's Here

Rent Payment Assistance Automotive Repair and Maintenance Utility Service Payment Assistance Temporary Financial Assistance Food Vouchers Rental Deposit Assistance Transportation Expense Assistance Medical Expense Assistance Personal/Grooming Needs Child Care Expense Assistance

Providing organization

C.E.F.S. Economic Opportunity Corporation

Nonprofit community action agency that develops, implements, and evaluates social service programs to assist economically and socially disadvantaged people.