Rent and Utility Assistance
Offering emergency rent and utility assistance to keep families who are struggling to pay basic bills and remain in their homes.
Rockford Metro Area Rent and Utility Assistance Information
Rent and Utility Assistance
Facing financial hardship and struggling to pay your rent or utility bills? The Salvation Army of Winnebago is here to help. We understand the stress and anxiety that financial difficulties can cause, and we're committed to providing support to those in need in our community.
Our dedicated Social Services team works closely with individuals and families to assess their specific needs and connect them with appropriate resources. We offer a variety of assistance programs designed to help our neighbors find or maintain housing stability and avoid homelessness.
By providing timely financial assistance, we aim to alleviate the burden of overdue or unexpected utility, rent, and housing costs, allowing individuals and families to focus on other essential needs. Our goal is to enable people in our community to overcome financial crisis and housing stability challenges to build a stronger future.
If you're struggling to make ends meet, please don't hesitate to contact us. We're here to help. Please call our office at 815-972-1135.
How You Can Help
You can help support individuals and families in need by:
- Donating: Your financial support helps us provide essential services to those in need.
By working together, we can help our neighbors pay their bills and support their families.
We're Here for You
The Salvation Army understands the impact of unexpected life changes that can affect household income and lead to housing instability. Maybe you lost your job. Maybe you're a senior living on a fixed income. Maybe you're living with a long-term disability. If so, we are here for you. The Salvation Army's emergency assistance programs are helping families with rent assistance and utility help so they can keep the power and water on, fill prescriptions, and access transportation when necessary. The Salvation Army connects people with the resources they need to help their families stay afloat.
Stats
1,575,098
households in America were provided with financial assistance, including housing, Medical, utilities, transportation and more
7.6 million
renters are at risk of eviction every year
22.9 million
American households pay more than half their income for rent, often forgoing necessities, like food or medicine
Help build a safe space for families
By donating to support rent and utility assistance programs, you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families in your community, ensuring they have a safe place to call home.
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