Short term help for basic needs like food, shelter and transportation

Description

Offers cash or other short term aid to people in a crisis that is affecting their access to basic needs

Emergency assistance can vary based upon eligibility and available funds.

Additional Information

Assistance examples:

• City bus passes
• Gas vouchers
• Bike/bicycle vouchers
• Bus tickets to stranded individuals to return safely home
• One-time rent assistance
• Referrals to local and out-of-area homeless shelters
• Vouchers for emergency or work-related clothing

Individuals with qualifying needs will receive a voucher, not cash, for a specific amount written to a specific vendor.

Features

• Area Served by County
  • Winona County

• Specialization
  • People with low income

Eligibility

Individuals experiencing an unforeseen circumstance causing them financial strain.

Fee

There is no fee for this service.