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EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM | CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF THE DIOCESE OF ROCKFORD

521 South State Street, Suite 2, Belvidere, IL 61008

Eligibility

Must reside within the Diocese of Rockford, Assistance has to provide some type of resolution to the emergency, either independently or in collaboration with case management from other social service agencies (that is, caller must have continued income to address future bills), Lease/Utility must be in caller's name, Available once per year

Required documents

Proof of residence

Hours

Mon 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Tue 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Wed 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Thu 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Fri 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

(779) 210-8701
Voice·

Alternate | Counseling Program

Languages

English

Application process

Call for more information

Fees

None

Service area

Kane County, Illinois Boone County, Illinois Mchenry County, Illinois Carroll County, Illinois Whiteside County, Illinois Jo Daviess County, Illinois Ogle County, Illinois Stephenson County, Illinois Dekalb County, Illinois Lee County, Illinois Winnebago County, Illinois

Offers limited emergency assistance for, rent (last $100), utilities (last $75), diapers, other basic needs (such as hygiene products) for individuals and families who are experiencing economic hardship, assistance based on an immediate precipitating event, refers callers to appropriate community agencies that may be able to assist.

Last assured

09/24/2025

Providing organization

CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF THE DIOCESE OF ROCKFORD

Faith-based agency providing basic needs assistance.