Grundy County assistance programs.

Funding is available to help families and individuals with emergency shelter, food, and energy bills in Grundy County Illinois. There are a few different organizations that can assist those who need help.

One of the groups that can help is the Church of Hope Deacon’s Pantry. For the last several years this organization has provided free food with the help of donations from the community and local businesses.

Another group that may be able to help, in addition to the Church of Hope Deacon’s Pantry in Gardner, is P.A.D.S.. They will receive $1,500 this year, its second year receiving funds, and the funds will also be used for providing local residents with free food. Another place to turn to for food and groceries is Northern Illinois Food Bank. They have thousands of dollars to distribute. Contact any of these organizations to learn how they can provide you and your family with free food.

Rent, Mortgage, and Medical Bill Assistance

If you are one of the the thousands who are struggling with paying their rent or mortgage, or if you are facing a foreclosure, the We Care of Grundy County organization has tens of thousands of dollars to be used for rent and mortgage assistance, as well as foreclosure counseling. Find additional Illinois mortgage programs.

We Care also can provide people with grants to pay for utility and heating bills. They can also help people with medical bills and provide money for prescription medications. Last year they provided almost 500 families with some form of financial assistance. Call them at (815) 942-6389.

Additional Assistance Programs

Another non-profit community action agency that offers services and resources is Two Rivers Head Start Agency. They administer the Community Services Block Grant. This is a general assistance fund that provides people grants for paying emergency services and bills. For example, money can be used to pay for rent, medical and hospital bills as we as food assistance. They even offer employment training and job finding services. Find additional ways to get help with medical bills, including tips to reduce them. More.

These programs and resources are available for low and moderate income residents of Grundy County. The program is funded by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity and is supplemented by federal government funding. Contact them at (630) 264-1444 to learn more or apply.