Rural Office of Community Services, Inc offers the following basic needs services: - Emergency Rental Assistance Must be behind (i.e.: if rent is due on the 5th, come for assistance after the 5th). Eviction notice is not required, however, there will be a form the landlord needs to complete the verify rent is past due. - Emergency Utility Assistance Must be behind AND have disconnection notice. Employment Program Food Vouchers Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Public Transportation Pass Program - Security deposit or first months rent Can help with one or the other, but not both School supply vouchers (income qualifications apply, children K-12) Weatherization See website - www.rocsinc.org for application information and COVID-related programs and services

Rural Office of Community Services, Inc offers the following basic needs services: - Emergency Rental Assistance Must be behind (i.e.: if rent is due on the 5th, come for assistance after the 5th). Eviction notice is not required, however, there will be a form the landlord needs to complete the verify rent is past due. - Emergency Utility Assistance Must be behind AND have disconnection notice. Employment Program Food Vouchers Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Public Transportation Pass Program - Security deposit or first months rent Can help with one or the other, but not both School supply vouchers (income qualifications apply, children K-12) Weatherization See website - www.rocsinc.org for application information and COVID-related programs and services

Services include spiritual services, utility bill expense assistance (on individual case basis), rent payment assistance (on individual case basis), mortgage payment assistance (on individual case basis), clothing, shelter, emergency services, character building programs, and offer some hotel assistance if funding allows. Please note - there is no physical homeless shelter, but shelter may be provided in the form of a hotel voucher (if funding is available).

ICAP Emergency Services helps with emergency utilities and rent for income qualified households. Must meet all requirements. Also offers food pantry vouchers to those who qualify. (Not available to those who reside in Sioux Falls).

Provides medical, hospitalization, and burial assistance to low income clients per statute. Any non-emergency medical treatment requires pre-approval. If applying for rental or utility assistance, all other resources must have been exhausted first. Economic assistance is for current amounts only. No payment for deposits of any kind. Assistance does require payback and a county lien is filed until paid in full.

Provides assistance with all utilities including electricity, natural gas, water. Requires a disconnect notice and personal ID. Assistance is limited to $100.00 once every six months.

Assists with rent assistance for eviction notices, utility assistance for disconnect notices, hotel stays (does not provide a homeless shelter), gasoline or bus pass for stranded motorists or for medical reasons, minor car repairs, assistance after a disaster (i.e. house fire, flood, etc.), and prescription assistance for qualifying medications. The needs of the individual/family will be assessed, and certain documentation may be required (ex. driver's license). After business hours, The Salvation Army of Brookings County works with the Brookings County Sheriff or City Police to help individuals and families in the case of an emergency/immediate need.

Elder Angel Funds are available through a short application process to help low-income senior citizens with everyday expenses such as rent, utilities, groceries, clothing, medical co-pays, prescriptions, etc.

Provides money to purchase basic, non-traditional, or community services that may not be available due to cost or other factors. This program directly meets the needs of families who find themselves facing unpredicted financial hardship. These funds are accessed on a last-resort status when all other resources have been exhausted. The program currently serves clients of CASSP member organizations including Northeastern Mental Health Center, Avera St. Luke's Peds Therapies, Transition Services Liaison Project, South Dakota Department of Health, Department of Social Services Economic Assistance, Court Services, Avera Addiction Services (formerly: Worthmore), Safe Harbor, Aberdeen School District, Sanford Children's CHILD Services, SDSU Extension, Aberdeen Housing Authority, SD Parent Connection, Head Start, and Salvation Army.

The Society of St Vincent de Paul serves the community of Sioux Falls with various programs including outreach services providing financial and material support to those in need for necessities such as rent, utilities, food, shelter, clothing and more. St. Vincent de Paul Society attempts to provide assistance to those in need (within Sioux Falls city limits) with: Rent and utilities Food (voucher only) Cleaning supplies/hygiene items (voucher only) Prescriptions (voucher only) - Clothing, household items, furniture (no mattresses) if unable to purchase, call St. Vincent helpline to request voucher to Thrift Store via home visit Items available at the Thrift Store are based on the donations received Please note: The Society does not provide assistance with rent deposits or fuel for vehicles.

Temporary emergency needs such as food, clothing, infant care, prescriptions, travel, lodging, and other miscellaneous services.

Rapid City utility customers can apply for a reduction of their monthly utility charges through the Utility Rate Relief Program. The program is designed to lower the monthly utility expense for senior citizens and people with disabilities. If qualified, the rates charged for all utility services billed to the applicant will be reduced by 25 percent for a period of two years or until the renewal date established by the Public Works Director. Applications are accepted at any time, but renewal requests must be received by April 30 of odd numbered years for participants to remain on the program.

Offers assistance with financial, legal, transportation, therapy, treatment, disability claims, and equine therapy to support veterans in their pursuit of a healthy lifestyle. Advocacy services aim to represent veterans on various issues that may be hindering their progress. Staff take on a variety of challenges that veterans may encounter, and if unable to provide direct assistance, will locate resources that can.

Offers the following emergency assistance as a very last resort (individuals must utilize all other local organizations before reaching out to Welfare): - Economic Assistance - Rent / Utility shut offs (disconnects): County does not help with deposits, of any kind, reconnect fees or previous/past bills. BROWN COUNTY IS ASSISTANCE OF LAST RESORT. According to SD Codified Law - APPLICANTS MUST Apply and ACCEPT Assistance from ALL Other Organizations (The Journey Home, Salvation Army, local churches, family, bank etc.) BEFORE county will consider assistance (according to SDCL). Other organizations will assist without a repayment requirement, unlike county assistance which files a Lien against the individual(s) for any assistance received. Individual(s) applying or living in the same household cannot have an active warrant or unpaid lien. ANY Applicant who is unemployed without good cause will be denied. Federal poverty income guidelines apply. One-time assistance allowed in a 12 month period for economic assistance. Assistance must be repaid, and failure to repay disqualifies from further assistance. - Medical Assistance is only for emergency hospitalizations for which the hospital provided the County a notice of hospitalization. Any other hospital or medical bills must be approved before the procedure is undertaken. Failure to sign up for health care insurance if that option is available and affordable will disqualify someone from assistance. No assistance with prescriptions, medical equipment or therapy(s). Burial All assistance received becomes a poor relief lien and is to be paid back to the county.

Helps with electricity, gas, water, medicine, rent, and other basic needs. Please email [email protected] or go to the directory to contact any church in Hot Springs as any pastor is authorized to help with those needs.

This association aids in the assistance with those who are in need of food, gas, and lodging. Additional assistance is offered for utilities and some rent.

ICAP Emergency Services helps with emergency utilities and rent for income qualified households. Must meet all requirements. Also offers food pantry vouchers to those who qualify. (Not available to those who reside in Sioux Falls).

Financial Assistance: - Utility assistance (gas, electric or water) that is at least 30 days past due and has a shut off notice (cannot do current bills). Call for qualifications and appointment time. Non-Financial Assistance Programs: - There are two options for those needing food assistance: - The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) provided by USDA through the State of South Dakota. Requires individuals to fall within income eligible guidelines as well as complete a TEFAP Self Declaration form. Can receive TEFAP food only consisting of protein along with nutritional staple(s). - Salvation Army's Food Program: Receive TEFAP and other food consisting of protein, canned goods, and nutritional staples. Picture ID, proof of residence, and completed forms required. - Clothing Vouchers: For those needing assistance for clothing. Assistance may only be given 1 time for every 3 months with photo ID. Verification for any additional individuals needing clothing is required (medical cards, birth certificates, etc.) - Household Vouchers: For those needing assistance with items used to cook and eat a meal or other household goods (bed linens, towels, etc). Available to households 1 time every 3 years with a photo ID and current lease or rental agreement. - Assistance is limited according to what is available at the time. Pathway of Hope: - Program for eligible families. Long term case management program to help families move beyond crisis into stability and becoming self-sufficient. Families will be required to meet with a caseworker to design a plan to meet goals, needs and objectives (ex. goal setting, financial counseling, assistance getting healthcare, educational opportunities, etc).

LIHEAP (Low Income Heating and Energy Assistance Program) Heating, cooling, weatherization and crisis assistance for tribal members within Pine Ridge Tribal Land. CSBG (Community Service Block Grant) Limited household assistance for self-sufficiency, homelessness, medical, emergency travel, youth and community activities.

Each conference seeks to serve the gaps in services in the communities they serve. Friends in need may be offered referral to other agencies, advocacy, or direct assistance: which may include utility bill and rent assistance payments, or clothing, food, pharmacy and transportation vouchers to meet basic, immediate and emergency needs.

A national grant assistance program that provides financial assistance to eligible American Legion Auxiliary members who are impacted by a natural disaster or in a time of financial crisis. Disaster Assistance: Applicants must either received damage to their primary residence, been displaced/evacuated from their residence or experienced basic out-of-pocket emergency expenses. Hardship Assistance: Applicants have to have past due expenses related to their primary residence and/or basic household utilities. Grants are awarded for $3,000 per grantee and one grant (disaster or hardship) will be awarded in a 12-month period.

Auditor services include Auditing of all financial records of the County, Apportioning of taxes collected by the Treasurer to be disbursed to the Schools, Cities, and other special assessment entities; County accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, budgets, and tax levy, Beer and liquor licensing, County liens, Recorder of the minutes for the Board of County Commissioners, and Maintains all voter records. ​Notary Public services available. Some fees may apply. Administers all elections at the county level or above. Based on eligibility guidelines, Welfare services include Medical assistance, Utilities assistance for disconnect notices on heating bills, and Burial and funeral assistance.

Each conference seeks to serve the gaps in services in the communities they serve. Friends in need may be offered referral to other agencies, advocacy, or direct assistance: which may include utility bill and rent assistance payments, or clothing, food, and pharmacy to meet basic, immediate needs.

Provides limited emergency financial assistance as a last resort for those considered indigent and are residents of Brookings County. The office may help with rent, utilities, prescriptions, emergency medical expenses, county burials and funerals, eye care referrals, and admittance fees for voluntary mental, alcohol, or drug treatment to the Human Services Center in Yankton, SD.

The county may be able to assist with the following: Medical Assistance: for indigent residents of Lawrence County who do not have health insurance or any other means of paying medical bills. Economic Assistance: for rent, utilities, and burials. Rent and utility assistance may be approved once in a 12 month period.