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Rent and Utility Bill Assistance | Community Outreach, The

1915 E. 8th Street, Suite 105, Empower Campus, Sioux Falls, SD 57104

Eligibility

-Open to residents of Lincoln, McCook, Minnehaha, and Turner Counties. -For most clients from Minnehaha County, a meeting with Minnehaha County Human Services will be required prior to the appointment with a TCO Caseworker.

Hours

Office hours - 8:00am - 12:00noon 1:00pm to 4:00pm (CT), Monday - Thursday 8:00am - 12:00pm (CT), Friday Effective January 1, 2026, scheduling will be: Mondays at 8:00am (CT) - Scheduling for Tuesday and Wednesday Wednesdays at 8:00am (CT) - Scheduling for Thursday and Monday

Interpretation services

Interpreters provided with more than 24-hour notice

Application process

Appointment is required for rent/deposit and utility assistance.

Service area

Lincoln County, SD
Mccook County, SD
Minnehaha County, SD
Turner County, SD

Description

Community Outreach assists people who are struggling with basic financial and non-financial needs by providing information, referral to other resources, and where appropriate, financial assistance in the following areas: - Rental/security deposit and/or 1st month's rent for people seeking housing Available once every 12 months - Prevention assistance: - Evictions ​Available once every 12 months. Must be past due. - Utility shut offs (for water, lights, and heating). Must be either past due or disconnected. Available twice a year. An ecumenical ministry supported by churches, Sioux Empire United Way, and other individual donors.

Providing organization

Community Outreach, The

Non-profit organization that assists individuals with resources to assist with their daily lives.