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Offer limited financial assistance on a case-by-case basis through the church’s benevolence fund.

Limited financial assistance towards out-of-pocket costs for relevant medical supplies and services, including orthotic or other mobility equipment. Also includes a one-time emergency financial assistance

State-mandated monthly grant program to single adults with no income who are actively looking for employment or are waiting for determination regarding disability benefits.

Temporary financial assistance for rent, utilities and other emergency needs for residents in the Lombard/Villa Park area.

General Assistance: A state-mandated monthly grant program to single adults with no income who are actively looking for employment or are waiting for determination regarding disability benefits.

Cook County Clerks's Office- Veterans Assistance Commission offers a variety of emergency financial assistance for eligible veterans.

Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) administers the Aid to the Aged, Blind, and Disabled (AABD) program which provides cash assistance to elderly and disabled residents of Illinois.

City of Evanston offers Emergency Assistance, administered through the General Assistance Program and available to all City of Evanston residents who meet income and asset guidelines as established by the General Assistance Office. Emergency Assistance can only be issued once in a 12-month period and must meet the definition of an "Emergency" or "Life-Threatening" situation (evictions, utility disconnections, or food).

Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) administers the Aid to the Aged, Blind, and Disabled (AABD) program which provides cash assistance to elderly and disabled residents of Illinois.

Individuals can apply for a zero-interest and zero-fee loan through TRP's Lending Circles program, thanks to a partnership with JP Morgan Chase and Mission Asset Fund. These loans allow families to establish a credit history or improve their credit score while avoiding taking out high-interest payday loans.

Orland Township's Emergency Assistance, available once within a 24-month period, alleviates a life-threatening circumstance or covers a work-related expense necessary to obtain or maintain employment. This provides one-time financial support through a documented crisis circumstance (such as eviction or utility disconnection) who meet the requirements. Applicants must meet income guidelines, provide proof of residency, and furnish application and documentation to support the need for Emergency Assistance. The emergency must be alleviated, and the resident must be able to show their income allows them to sustain moving forward. Applicants must be a resident of Orland Township, a United States citizen, or a qualified immigrant, and must meet all state-administered eligibility requirements.

Elk Grove Township has staff who are trained Salvation Army Service Extension Volunteers. Clients who meet the financial and nonfinancial guidelines may receive up to $200 towards emergency assistance. The client must have a current 5-day notice of eviction or have an active disconnection notice for utility. Those who receive this grant may receive it once per program year. This money can be added to other funds to help make up a larger amount due.

Village of Arlington Heights offers short-term financial support provided to residents experiencing a temporary economic hardship.

Maine Township's General Assistance provides assistance in the form of personal essentials, rent, transportation, utilities, and clothing to prevent temporary financial difficulty from becoming a devastating or life-shattering event. In certain cases General Assistance provides medical assistance and money for necessities including funerals.

New Trier Township's Emergency Assistance (EA) program is available to qualified individuals and families facing emergencies that are either life-threatening (shelter, utilities, or medical) and/or work-related. Applicants must be residents of New Trier Township and meet all financial and non-financial eligibility requirements. Emergency Assistance is available once within a 12-month period.

HANA Center is an Illinois Welcoming Center (IWC) and provider of the Immigrant Family Resource Program (IFRP). These programs provide immigrants with services, including:OutreachCrisis servicesEmergency financial assistanceCase management and referralsLanguage interpretationRights advocacyWorkshops

Offers financial assistance for gender transition medication for qualified LGBTQ+ Lake County residents.

Provides emergency financial assistance to help township residents alleviate life-threatening circumstances. Provides assistance for circumstances such as:

• Eviction
• Utility disconnection
• Prescription expenses
• Employment assistance
• Transportation
• Funeral and burial
• ID's

**Serves residents of Waukegan Township and Shields Township**

Provides services to low-income veterans and their families who are at imminent risk of becoming homeless. Supportive services include:

• Housing stabilization
• Temporary financial assistance (including rent, security deposit, utilities and car repairs; based on eligibility)
• Intensive, short-term case management
• Assistance with VA and mainstream benefits

Offers financial aid to help Township residents prevent loss of home, job, or utilities. Funds are available once every two years and provide help to meet basic needs, including:

• Preventing eviction or past due rent/mortgage
• Preventing utility disconnection
• Work-related expense necessary to getting or keeping a job (for example, uniform or licensing fees)
• Cost of prescription medication

Amount of assistance determined on a case-by-case basis. Program does not disburse cash as all funds will be paid directly to vendors.

Provides assistance with food, utilities, rent, medical expenses, and other immediate needs. Meets the client in their home and conducts a needs assessment. Provides referrals for community resources to support long-term sufficiency. NOTE: Saint Vincent de Paul provides general assistance services throughout Lake County. Individuals who do not meet residency requirements for this location will be referred to their nearest site.

Provides assistance with food, utilities, rent, medical expenses, and other immediate needs. Meets the client in their home and conducts a needs assessment. Provides referrals for community resources to support long-term sufficiency. NOTE: Saint Vincent de Paul provides general assistance services throughout Lake County. Individuals who do not meet residency requirements for this location will be referred to their nearest site.

Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) administers the Aid to the Aged, Blind, and Disabled (AABD) program which provides cash assistance to elderly and disabled residents of Illinois.

Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) administers the Aid to the Aged, Blind, and Disabled (AABD) program which provides cash assistance to elderly and disabled residents of Illinois.

New Trier Township's Angel Fund (AF) is an assistance program supported through donations received from the New Trier Township community. The funds are used to help residents facing a life-threatening emergency. Applicants must be residents of New Trier Township and meet all financial and non-financial eligibility requirements. Angel Fund payments are needs-based only and the need must be verified before assistance can be approved. Angel Fund is available once within a 12-month period. All Angel Fund applications are strictly confidential.