Winona Volunteer Services, Inc.

Help Paying for Basic Needs

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.