Overcome Poverty
Traverse City MI Corps Overcome Poverty Information
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Programs and Services
PATHWAY OF HOPE
The Salvation Army's Pathway of Hope initiative provides individualized services to families with children who desire to take action to break the cycle of crisis and vulnerability that repeats generation after generation. It seeks to address the root causes of poverty in addition to The Army's history of compassionate serving. By helping families overcome challenges like unemployment, unstable housing, and lack of education, we can lead families down a path toward increased stability and, ultimately, self-sufficiency. Learn more >
UTILITY ASSISTANCE
The Salvation Army?s Energy Assistance Services (EAS) seeks to walk alongside low-income households to address energy crises. In this process, an applicant may be offered bill payment assistance, energy company subsidy program enrollment, and case management services.
The goal of these services is to support household financial stability and support the customer in achieving goals they have set for themselves. In most situations, an EAS Case Specialist will meet with an applicant one-on-one to determine eligibility and to assess the need or opportunity for additional support.
Funding for EAS is provided by a grant from the State of Michigan, partnerships with Consumers Energy, DTE Energy, and Michigan Gas Utilities, as well as donations from individuals and other corporations. Click here to download the Energy Assistance flyer.
If you need help with your energy bill:
STEP 1: Apply with DHHS for State Emergency Relief (SER) online through MI Bridges: newmibridges.michigan.gov.
Or apply in person at your local DHHS office - click here to find your local DHHS office.
Or call us to schedule an appointment to help you apply for SER - Grand Traverse, Leelanau, and Benzie county residents call (231) 946-4644.
STEP 2: Select The Salvation Army as your referral partner on your MI Bridges application, and we will contact you with assistance options.
Click here for resources shared by DTE Energy.
GOOD NEIGHBOR FUND
The Good Neighbor fund provides emergency assistance to our neighbors experiencing challenges with medical/dental, vehicle repair, housing, energy, and other critical needs. The programs help provide a bridge to hope in times of crisis.
Individuals and families seeking emergency assistance are seen by appointment at the Traverse City Community Center at 1239 Barlow Street and receive individualized support from a case worker. To make an appointment, call (231) 946-4644.
The Good Neighbor Fund is generously supported through the annual Red Kettle Campaign and donations.
Click here for additional information on The Salvation Army Community Meals, Free Food Market, Food Pantry, and additional programs and schedules.
Other Services
