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Provides emergency financial assistance for utilities, rent, medication bills, and other needs to keep families in their homes.
Provides emergency financial assistance for utilities, rent, medication bills, and other needs to keep families in their homes.
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Provides basic life necessities that helps keep clients in their homes.
MORE is not able to provide unlimited funds to anyone; however, it is available to provide advice and, if available, some funds to those facing eviction or utility shut-offs. The MORE Center is also a facilitator for Salvation Army assistance.
Those facing eviction or utility shut-off (gas, electric) may visit the MORE Center during regular hours to receive an application. Must provide proof of residence, all family income, 5 day notice to vacate or utility shut-off notice, social security number, and any other pertinent documentation. A case worker will call back to evaluate immediate needs and advise on a course of action.
Provides basic life necessities that helps keep clients in their homes.
MORE is not able to provide unlimited funds to anyone; however, it is available to provide advice and, if available, some funds to those facing eviction or utility shut-offs. The MORE Center is also a facilitator for Salvation Army assistance.
Those facing eviction or utility shut-off (gas, electric) may visit the MORE Center during regular hours to receive an application. Must provide proof of residence, all family income, 5 day notice to vacate or utility shut-off notice, social security number, and any other pertinent documentation. A case worker will call back to evaluate immediate needs and advise on a course of action.
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Assists residents of the Adel-DeSoto-Minburn school district with emergency needs such as rent payment, utility assistance and gasoline (provided there is a verifiable income for person requesting). The Association provides other emergency needs, depending on personal situation and/or urgency, on a one-time basis.
Assists residents of the Adel-DeSoto-Minburn school district with emergency needs such as rent payment, utility assistance and gasoline (provided there is a verifiable income for person requesting). The Association provides other emergency needs, depending on personal situation and/or urgency, on a one-time basis.
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Provides energy assistance for eligible low income families in which a benefit is paid directly to the utility companies on behalf of eligible households, or directly to renters if the utility costs are included in their rent.
Some applicants may qualify for the Percentage of Income Payment Plan (PIPP), where an eligible client pays a percentage of their income, receives a monthly benefit towards their utility bill, and receives a reduction in overdue payments for every on-time payment they make by the bill due date. Contact for more information.
If the homeowner's furnace is not working or is dangerous or emitting carbon monoxide into the household, LIHEAP may be able to provide a furnace repair or replacement. Contact for more information.
Provides energy assistance for eligible low income families in which a benefit is paid directly to the utility companies on behalf of eligible households, or directly to renters if the utility costs are included in their rent.
Some applicants may qualify for the Percentage of Income Payment Plan (PIPP), where an eligible client pays a percentage of their income, receives a monthly benefit towards their utility bill, and receives a reduction in overdue payments for every on-time payment they make by the bill due date. Contact for more information.
If the homeowner's furnace is not working or is dangerous or emitting carbon monoxide into the household, LIHEAP may be able to provide a furnace repair or replacement. Contact for more information.
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Emergency assistance provides financial aid for families with children to alleviate a life threatening circumstance or to assist in attaining self-sufficiency; residents must have a late, eviction or disconnect (utilities) notice to be eligible for this program.
Also covers residents of Andalusia Township, IL.
Emergency housing assistance through FEMA funds; those seeking assistance may apply when the money becomes available around February or March and it is first come first serve basis; must have been denied both General and Emergency Assistance through the township.
Emergency assistance provides financial aid for families with children to alleviate a life threatening circumstance or to assist in attaining self-sufficiency; residents must have a late, eviction or disconnect (utilities) notice to be eligible for this program.
Also covers residents of Andalusia Township, IL.
Emergency housing assistance through FEMA funds; those seeking assistance may apply when the money becomes available around February or March and it is first come first serve basis; must have been denied both General and Emergency Assistance through the township.
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LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program) assists low-income homeowners and renters pay for a portion of their primary heating costs for the winter heating season. Also encourages households to make regular utility payments, to promote energy awareness and to encourage reduction of energy usage. All customers applying for this prgram will simultaneously be making an application for weatherization assistance as required by state law.
Assistance is based on household income. size, type of fuel, and type of housing. Applications accepted October 1-April 30 for the elderly and disabled households and November 1-April 30 for the rest of the households.
LIHEAP (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program) assists low-income homeowners and renters pay for a portion of their primary heating costs for the winter heating season. Also encourages households to make regular utility payments, to promote energy awareness and to encourage reduction of energy usage. All customers applying for this prgram will simultaneously be making an application for weatherization assistance as required by state law.
Assistance is based on household income. size, type of fuel, and type of housing. Applications accepted October 1-April 30 for the elderly and disabled households and November 1-April 30 for the rest of the households.
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Provides rent, utility, or medication assistance. Does not assist with past due rent/utilities or rent/utility deposits. Does not assist anyone eligible or receiving FIP. Repayment agreement is required.
Interim Disability Program assists adults who are 100% disabled as deemed by their doctor and have zero income and resources in the household. All members of the household must meet requirements to qualify for this program.
Back to Work program provides assistance for up to 3 consecutive months not to exceed a fixed limit for a 1 month period. Clients must complete 40 volunteer hours and submit 8 job applications per month.
One-Time Needy Assistance Program provides assistance once within a Fiscal Year with the amount of assistance not to exceed a fixed limit; clients must have a plan to pay future bills.
Provides a Burial Assistance Program; approved person must have been previously residing in Pottawattamie County but considered homeless, i.e. indigent, transient.
The General Assistance Program is to be considered the agency of last resort; all callers will be directed to contact other assistance agencies prior to funding consideration.
Provides rent, utility, or medication assistance. Does not assist with past due rent/utilities or rent/utility deposits. Does not assist anyone eligible or receiving FIP. Repayment agreement is required.
Interim Disability Program assists adults who are 100% disabled as deemed by their doctor and have zero income and resources in the household. All members of the household must meet requirements to qualify for this program.
Back to Work program provides assistance for up to 3 consecutive months not to exceed a fixed limit for a 1 month period. Clients must complete 40 volunteer hours and submit 8 job applications per month.
One-Time Needy Assistance Program provides assistance once within a Fiscal Year with the amount of assistance not to exceed a fixed limit; clients must have a plan to pay future bills.
Provides a Burial Assistance Program; approved person must have been previously residing in Pottawattamie County but considered homeless, i.e. indigent, transient.
The General Assistance Program is to be considered the agency of last resort; all callers will be directed to contact other assistance agencies prior to funding consideration.
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Assists low-income homeowners and renters pay for a portion of their primary heating costs for the winter heating season. Assistance is based on household income, size, type of fuel and type of housing. The application period is from October 1-August 31 for elderly and disabled households and November 1-August 31 for the rest of the households. Persons applying must meet 200% poverty guidelines.
LIHEAP also offers a crisis program that may be able to assist homeowners who are with no heat or limited heat. The furnace component for crisis runs October 1-April 30th.
Assists low-income homeowners and renters pay for a portion of their primary heating costs for the winter heating season. Assistance is based on household income, size, type of fuel and type of housing. The application period is from October 1-August 31 for elderly and disabled households and November 1-August 31 for the rest of the households. Persons applying must meet 200% poverty guidelines.
LIHEAP also offers a crisis program that may be able to assist homeowners who are with no heat or limited heat. The furnace component for crisis runs October 1-April 30th.
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Provides financial assistance to qualifying individuals residing in the township for rent and utilities. Assistance is given monthly in the form of a grant for as long as an individual is eligible.
Provides financial assistance to qualifying individuals residing in the township for rent and utilities. Assistance is given monthly in the form of a grant for as long as an individual is eligible.
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LIHEAP also offers a crisis program that may be able to assist homeowners who are with no heat or limited heat. The furnace component for crisis runs October 1-April 30th.
LIHEAP also offers a crisis program that may be able to assist homeowners who are with no heat or limited heat. The furnace component for crisis runs October 1-April 30th.
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Embrace Iowa applications accepted starting mid-January 2025. For the 2025 year, program will only provide financial relief for those needing help with Water Bill assistance. No other financial assistance applications will be accepted this year as the need for water bill assistance is extremely high at this time. Help is limited to $750 for a one time payment assistance.
Embrace Iowa applications accepted starting mid-January 2025. For the 2025 year, program will only provide financial relief for those needing help with Water Bill assistance. No other financial assistance applications will be accepted this year as the need for water bill assistance is extremely high at this time. Help is limited to $750 for a one time payment assistance.
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Clients need to have been LIHEAP approved during our program year (October 1 through April 30) or they can complete a crisis application.
Clients need to have been LIHEAP approved during our program year (October 1 through April 30) or they can complete a crisis application.
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LIHEAP (low-income home energy assistance program) provides utility bill assistance. Applications are accepted from October 1-August 15 or until funds are exhausted, whichever comes first. Income must fall within 200% of the poverty guideline. Call for an appointment.
**This program is not designed to pay a household's total energy costs. The program will provide supplemental assistance based on several factors. This is a one-time payment to your energy provider.
LIHEAP (low-income home energy assistance program) provides utility bill assistance. Applications are accepted from October 1-August 15 or until funds are exhausted, whichever comes first. Income must fall within 200% of the poverty guideline. Call for an appointment.
**This program is not designed to pay a household's total energy costs. The program will provide supplemental assistance based on several factors. This is a one-time payment to your energy provider.
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Provides emergency financial assistance for rent evictions and utility shut-off notices.
Provides emergency financial assistance for rent evictions and utility shut-off notices.
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INCOME MAXIMUMS:
Household size annual gross income
1 $25,760
2 $34,840
3 $43,920
4 $53,000
5 $62,080
6 $71,160
7 $80,240
8 $89,320
May have some crisis funding available outside the normal LIHEAP months, call local County Outreach Office for availability of funding.
INCOME MAXIMUMS:
Household size annual gross income
1 $25,760
2 $34,840
3 $43,920
4 $53,000
5 $62,080
6 $71,160
7 $80,240
8 $89,320
May have some crisis funding available outside the normal LIHEAP months, call local County Outreach Office for availability of funding.
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Offers rent assistance (does not help with rental deposits), prescription medications assistance, and funeral expense assistance for indigent individuals.
Offers rent assistance (does not help with rental deposits), prescription medications assistance, and funeral expense assistance for indigent individuals.
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Advises and aids veterans and their dependents in applying for federal benefits through compensation or pension claims. Emergency financial assistance for basic necessities such as rent, mortgage interests payments, utilities, and burial expenses may be available. Can also assists with applications for benefits made available by federal, state or local laws.
Advises and aids veterans and their dependents in applying for federal benefits through compensation or pension claims. Emergency financial assistance for basic necessities such as rent, mortgage interests payments, utilities, and burial expenses may be available. Can also assists with applications for benefits made available by federal, state or local laws.
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LIHEAP (low income home energy assistance program) provides assistance with a utility bill. Applications are accepted November 1 - April 30; for elderly or disabled individuals applications are accepted starting October 1. Income must fall within 200% of poverty guideline. Call for an appointment. A letter has been sent to those who may be eligible for early application in August or September.
**This program is not designed to pay a household's total energy costs. The program will provide supplemental assistance based on several factors. This is a one-time payment to your energy provider.
LIHEAP (low income home energy assistance program) provides assistance with a utility bill. Applications are accepted November 1 - April 30; for elderly or disabled individuals applications are accepted starting October 1. Income must fall within 200% of poverty guideline. Call for an appointment. A letter has been sent to those who may be eligible for early application in August or September.
**This program is not designed to pay a household's total energy costs. The program will provide supplemental assistance based on several factors. This is a one-time payment to your energy provider.
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Financial assistance to qualifying persons residing in the township for rent, utilities, medical expenses, and transportation expense.
General Assistance is available to those who qualify. Emergency assistance is available one time only.
Financial assistance to qualifying persons residing in the township for rent, utilities, medical expenses, and transportation expense.
General Assistance is available to those who qualify. Emergency assistance is available one time only.
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One-time emergency assistance, which may include rent or utility assistance that is offered in collaboration with Salvation Army - TriCity Corp.
One-time emergency assistance, which may include rent or utility assistance that is offered in collaboration with Salvation Army - TriCity Corp.
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Embrace Iowa applications accepted starting mid-January 2025. For the 2025 year, program will only provide financial relief for those needing help with Water Bill assistance. No other financial assistance applications will be accepted this year as the need for water bill assistance is extremely high at this time. Help is limited to $750 for a one time payment assistance.
Embrace Iowa applications accepted starting mid-January 2025. For the 2025 year, program will only provide financial relief for those needing help with Water Bill assistance. No other financial assistance applications will be accepted this year as the need for water bill assistance is extremely high at this time. Help is limited to $750 for a one time payment assistance.
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