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

When funding allows, may be able to help with limited financial assistance for basic needs such as childcare payments, rent, rent deposits, utilities, food, hygiene products, car repairs, transportation, prescription costs, etc., through the Community Services Block Grant. Eligibility requirements will apply, and ongoing case management will be required. Contact your local County Outreach Office for more information.

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Transportation Grants | Chariots4Hope

May provide grants for gas, insurance, DMV fees (licensing and registration), vehicle repairs, bus/Uber/Lyft rides, and more, for local transportation only.

This grant program focuses on persons in a temporary transportation crisis, including persons who have lost a job, lost income due to a death of a loved one, experienced high medical bills, experienced a natural disaster, or are starting over due to domestic violence, as well as other possible emergencies.

Those who qualify need a way to show stability moving forward past the temporary assistance provided.

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Basic Needs Assistance | Saint Vincent de Paul, Lincoln Council

Individuals may call to request assistance for basic life needs, which may include financial assistance for utilities and rent, furniture, prescriptions (non-narcotic), and car repair. If St. Vincent de Paul may be able to assist, a home visit will need to be scheduled. If St. Vincent de Paul cannot help, the person will receive information regarding other organizations that may be able to assist. Home visits are completed in person and in pairs, to determine how to provide assistance appropriately related to basic needs.

Does not provide assistance for rent deposit.

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Crisis Assistance Program | Northeast Iowa Community Action Corporation (NEICAC)

Can assist, when funding is available, eligible individuals and families with limited resources in need of help with past due or disconnected utilities, past due rent or mortgage, emergency medical and/or dental services, costs to engage in Mental Health services, costs to maintain or gain internet or phone access, transportation, vehicle repairs, swim lessons, seasonal swim passes, and costs associated with participation in extracurricular activities.

**While some costs may be covered under Federal funding sources, the Crisis Assistance program is largely funded by grants and donations. All Assistance identified above is dependent on available funding.

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General Assistance Program | Servant's Heart, A

Assists individuals who are homeless or disadvantaged with a variety of needs, including but not limited to rent, utilities, car repairs, and medical expenses.

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

When funding allows, may be able to help with limited financial assistance for basic needs such as childcare payments, rent, rent deposits, utilities, food, hygiene products, car repairs, transportation, prescription costs, etc., through the Community Services Block Grant. Eligibility requirements will apply, and ongoing case management will be required. Contact your local County Outreach Office for more information.

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

When funding allows, may be able to help with limited financial assistance for basic needs such as childcare payments, rent, rent deposits, utilities, food, hygiene products, car repairs, transportation, prescription costs, etc., through the Community Services Block Grant. Eligibility requirements will apply, and ongoing case management will be required. Contact your local County Outreach Office for more information.

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One-Time Needs Revolving Loan Program | Blue Valley Community Action Partnership

Offers a low-interest, revolving loan for households that need financial assistance for unexpected large expenses such as emergency home repair, vehicle repairs, and/or employment-related expenses. Typical financial assistance is under $2,000. Applicants receiving revolving loan assistance will be required to participate in financial literacy courses in addition to repayment of the loan within an agreed-upon timeframe.

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One-Time Needs Revolving Loan Program | Blue Valley Community Action Partnership

Offers a low-interest, revolving loan for households that need financial assistance for unexpected large expenses such as emergency home repair, vehicle repairs, and/or employment-related expenses. Typical financial assistance is under $2,000. Applicants receiving revolving loan assistance will be required to participate in financial literacy courses in addition to repayment of the loan within an agreed-upon timeframe.

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Vehicle Checkup Program | Des Moines Police Department

Community Vehicle Checkup offers FREE windshield wiper blade replacements, fluids topped off, battery connector check, light bulb replacement, visual inspection, maintenance related items, and referrals for other services. Car seat safety checks also provided. 

LOCATION: North High School Parking Lot, 501 Holcomb Avenue, Des Moines, 50313.

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Crisis Assistance | Operation Threshold

Provides crisis assistance to households. Includes utility assistance as well as assistance for incidental items that are needed to attain/maintain employment (car repairs, work clothes, etc.). Amount of crisis assistance available depends upon funding.

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One-Time Needs Revolving Loan Program | Blue Valley Community Action Partnership

Offers a low-interest, revolving loan for households that need financial assistance for unexpected large expenses such as emergency home repair, vehicle repairs, and/or employment-related expenses. Typical financial assistance is under $2,000. Applicants receiving revolving loan assistance will be required to participate in financial literacy courses in addition to repayment of the loan within an agreed-upon timeframe.

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Community Response Central Navigation | Families 1st Partnership

Connects youth and families with resources and support.  Navigators have the ability to “fill gaps”, either through helping agencies partner around a common goal, or through flexible funding for needs such as rent, utilities, transportation, and more. 

Limited funding sometimes available for vehicle repair, minor home repairs and dental work.
 
Community Response is designed to reduce unnecessary involvement of child welfare and juvenile justice while increasing the informal and community supports for youth and families.  By utilizing Central Navigation, the goal is to coordinate existing resources and match participants with a resource to either solve an immediate need or develop a longer-term coaching relationship.

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Crisis Assistance Program | Northeast Iowa Community Action Corporation (NEICAC)

Can assist, when funding is available, eligible individuals and families with limited resources in need of help with past due or disconnected utilities, past due rent or mortgage, emergency medical and/or dental services, costs to engage in Mental Health services, costs to maintain or gain internet or phone access, transportation, vehicle repairs, swim lessons, seasonal swim passes, and costs associated with participation in extracurricular activities.

**While some costs may be covered under Federal funding sources, the Crisis Assistance program is largely funded by grants and donations. All Assistance identified above is dependent on available funding.

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Crisis Assistance | Operation Threshold

Provides crisis assistance to households. Includes utility assistance as well as assistance for incidental items that are needed to attain/maintain employment (car repairs, work clothes, etc.). Amount of crisis assistance available depends upon funding.

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One-Time Needs Revolving Loan Program | Blue Valley Community Action Partnership

Offers a low-interest, revolving loan for households that need financial assistance for unexpected large expenses such as emergency home repair, vehicle repairs, and/or employment-related expenses. Typical financial assistance is under $2,000. Applicants receiving revolving loan assistance will be required to participate in financial literacy courses in addition to repayment of the loan within an agreed-upon timeframe.

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Crisis Assistance Program | Northeast Iowa Community Action Corporation (NEICAC)

Can assist, when funding is available, eligible individuals and families with limited resources in need of help with past due or disconnected utilities, past due rent or mortgage, emergency medical and/or dental services, costs to engage in Mental Health services, costs to maintain or gain internet or phone access, transportation, vehicle repairs, swim lessons, seasonal swim passes, and costs associated with participation in extracurricular activities.

**While some costs may be covered under Federal funding sources, the Crisis Assistance program is largely funded by grants and donations. All Assistance identified above is dependent on available funding.

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

When funding allows, may be able to help with limited financial assistance for basic needs such as childcare payments, rent, rent deposits, utilities, food, hygiene products, car repairs, transportation, prescription costs, etc., through the Community Services Block Grant. Eligibility requirements will apply, and ongoing case management will be required. Contact your local County Outreach Office for more information.

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Benevolent Ministry | Evangelical Free Church of Crystal Lake

Financial assistance is available for mortgage/rent payments, utilities, or car repairs.

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Financial Assistance for Air Force and Space Force Families | Air Force Aid Society

Provides standard and emergency assistance to Air Force and Space Force families when unexpected financial emergencies arise with no-interest loans and grants. The programs are intended to help meet immediate financial emergency needs and help make a positive step toward a lasting financial solution.  Assistance many be in the form of loans or grants.

Assistance programs may help with emergency assistance for rent or utilities, medical or dental care costs, funeral expenses, vehicle expenses (repair, payment, insurance, gas, etc.), pet medical care or transportation to/from an overseas assignment, food, personal hygiene items, child care expenses, and more.

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Friends in Need Assistance | Society of St. Vincent de Paul - St. Teresa of Calcutta Conference

Provides assistance to eligible families in need. Assistance may include rent, auto repairs, gas cards, help with medical care, homelessness, referrals to other organizations, etc. Clients must agree to allow a two person team to make an in-home visit to review the situation.

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Crisis Assistance Program | Northeast Iowa Community Action Corporation (NEICAC)

Can assist, when funding is available, eligible individuals and families with limited resources in need of help with past due or disconnected utilities, past due rent or mortgage, emergency medical and/or dental services, costs to engage in Mental Health services, costs to maintain or gain internet or phone access, transportation, vehicle repairs, swim lessons, seasonal swim passes, and costs associated with participation in extracurricular activities.

**While some costs may be covered under Federal funding sources, the Crisis Assistance program is largely funded by grants and donations. All Assistance identified above is dependent on available funding.

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One-Time Needs Revolving Loan Program | Blue Valley Community Action Partnership

Offers a low-interest, revolving loan for households that need financial assistance for unexpected large expenses such as emergency home repair, vehicle repairs, and/or employment-related expenses. Typical financial assistance is under $2,000. Applicants receiving revolving loan assistance will be required to participate in financial literacy courses in addition to repayment of the loan within an agreed-upon timeframe.

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Employment Barrier Reduction Program (EBRP) | Kendall-Grundy Community Action

Provides assistance to directly alleviate transportation barriers that prohibit participants from obtaining or retaining employment or job training services. Eligible households will receive assistance with car repair related expenses with the inclusion of towing. 

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Senior Financial Assistance | Two Rivers Head Start Agency

Provides financial assistance to senior and disabled individuals with unmet needs. Services could include car repairs, eye glasses, medical equipment, dental care, or help with clothing.

Senior Basket Program assists seniors with various items that cannot be acquired with food stamps. Basket varieties include things like cleaning supplies, kitchen items, or personal hygiene supplies. Two Baskets are distributed each year in the Spring and Fall.

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