How We Help Overcome Poverty

Pathway of Hope

• Pathway of Hope program strengths:  The Salvation Army has seen tremendous success bringing families out of generational poverty through our Pathway of Hope program. Alongside a dedicated case manager, families enrolled will plan and set goals, get connected to both internal and external resources, and ultimately learn how to support themselves out of poverty and into a new chapter of hope. 

Rent, Water, Utilities Assistance 

• Rent, Water, Utilities Assistance program strengths:  They can pick from the three resources. They can only get help once every 14 months. The cap for funding for assistance is $150 per person or family for the last $150 of the bill. There must be a receipt showing the bill has been paid down to $150. First come, first served.
• Rent, Water, Utilities Assistance program requirements: 
  • Please bring the bill such as disconnect or eviction notice.
  • When it comes to rent, you must have W9 from landlord.
  • Bring proof of income such as earned income, SSI/SSDI/award letter, DHS printout, unemployment letter.
  • Proof of ID along with address verification.

Clothing Vouchers

• Clothing Vouchers availability:  Offered on a case-by-case basis.

Christmas Assistance

• Christmas Assistance program strengths:  We provide Christmas gifts just before the holidays to local families in need - ensuring that families have presents under the tree.

Contact for Information on Social Services

• For any questions regarding our social services please call 319-753-2038 or email ia.burlington.ccc@usc.salvationarmy.org