Update June 2025- the ALICE program is out of funding. The program is closed indefinitely. Check back for updates including the limited funding assistance expected later this summer for individuals coming out of homelessness. Assistance up to $500 for qualified households, types of assistance includes:Car RepairsCar Insurance- must have cancelation noticePhone Bills- must have shut off noticeUtility Bills-must have shut off noticeHealth InsuranceChildcare ExpensesBack Rent Assistance- must have eviction noticeClient must be ineligible for other local programs that already provide these services such as DSS, Catholic Charities, Robin Fund, INHS for rent assistance or repairs- will need to prove ineligibility for other programsIncome guidelines listed in eligibility section belowDocuments needed for verification:Documents to prove residency or employment in Tompkins County:- Valid NYS driver license with current address- utility or phone bill or other mail issued in past 30 daysDocumentation of income, examples include:-current paystub in last 30 days- benefit statement for Social Security, SSI or Unemployment- Current bank statement- self attestation formDocumentation of Need, examples:-notice of eviction from court-repair bill/estimate- utility bill/shutoff notice with date of termination- other statement ie insurance, childcare, etc*must include amount needed to avoid shutoff or cancellation* Document upload short url: 211tompkins.org/uploadmobile friendly, screenshots and pictures of the documents can be uploadedClick on the link below to begin the intake process MUST BE FILLED OUT BY LOCAL 2-1-1 STAFF:https://forms.gle/9XfAjbZzDF4Yegwr7

Provides supportive services to very low income Veterans and their families who are homeless or are in danger of losing their homes. Services include outreach, case management, and assistance obtaining VA and other benefits. Provides time-limited payments to third parties, such as landlords, utility companies, moving and storage companies, and child care providers, if those payments can help Veteran families stay in or obtain permanent, sustainable housing.

* Provides public assistance through the following programs: SNAP (Food stamps). Medicaid. Rent payment assistance. Benefit information can be found at www.mybenefits.ny.gov. * Offers emergency housing for individuals and families. * Provides assistance to teenage runaways. * Provides fraud investigation services. Reviews information and investigates complaints of welfare fraud.

This is a permanent supportive housing program that provides supportive case management, as well as rental subsidies.Tenants who are enrolled in in the program work in collaboration with case management services in order for tenants to overcome barriers in achieving their desired outcome. The goal of the program is to transition chronically homeless individuals and families into stable housing and assist them in achieving financial independence.Referrals are accepted from other agencies that work with homeless populations. We document and record past living situations and establish a plan that involves both what actions the case manager will take and the steps the clients will follow to realize their goals.

* Provides financial assistance to those in need, including rent payments, utility bills, and car repairs. Services are provided in individuals' homes. The program aims to assist individuals with typically one-time and short-term issues. Otherwise, individuals are referred to other organizations more capable of supporting longer-term issues.

As of 11/23, we are only taking HSSP intakes for the waitlist in case future funding is available. If the client is currently in eviction court, or is in eviction court after 01/15/2022, they may be eligible to complete an intake for HSSP cohort 4.Provides financial support to residents of the City of Ithaca who are at risk of displacement in the form of $300/month in basic income for 18 months. Tenants must be under 30% AMI and a City of Ithaca resident to apply.

Offers temporary help for individuals and families in need while they work towards self sufficiency. Will assist with security deposit or first month's rent, but not both. Responsible for paying for and assisting in the scheduling of burials for residents of Montgomery County who die without funds or family to arrange and pay for a burial.

Family Assistance (FA) provides money for families with children. Cash benefits are limited to five years in a recipient's lifetime. After five years, a Family Assistance recipient may continue to receive benefits if an adult is disabled and cannot work or may be required to apply for assistance through the Safety Net category.

Safety Net Assistance (SNA) provides money for basic living expenses for single adults and childless couples (or families who have used up their five-year limit of FA). Cash benefits are limited to two years in a recipient's lifetime. After two years, the non-cash Safety Net Assistance voucher system provides benefits.

Emergency Temporary Assistance through Emergency Assistance for Families (EAF) or Emergency Safety Net Assistance (ESNA) provides assistance for crisis situations including evictions, moving expenses, utility shutoffs, and diversion payments to help individuals avoid the need for ongoing assistance. Individuals do not need to be on public assistance to receive Emergency Temporary Assistance.

* Assists military families coping with deployment and injury recovery as they struggle with devastating budget issues. Critical financial assistance is provided for the following services:

• Auto payment
• Auto Repair
• Child & dependent care
• Dental
• Food assistance
• Essential home items
• Medical
• Moving & relocation
• Rent & Mortgage
• Travel & Transportation
• Utilities
• Vision Care
• Home Repairs

Offers temporary help for individuals and families in need while they work towards self sufficiency. Will assist with security deposit or first month's rent, but not both.

Family Assistance (FA) provides money for families with children. Cash benefits are limited to five years in a recipient's lifetime. After five years, a Family Assistance recipient may continue to receive benefits if an adult is disabled and cannot work or may be required to apply for assistance through the Safety Net category.

Safety Net Assistance (SNA) provides money for basic living expenses for single adults and childless couples (or families who have used up their five-year limit of FA). Cash benefits are limited to two years in a recipient's lifetime. After two years, the non-cash Safety Net Assistance voucher system provides benefits.

Emergency Temporary Assistance through Emergency Assistance for Families (EAF) or Emergency Safety Net Assistance (ESNA) provides assistance for crisis situations including evictions, moving expenses, utility shutoffs, and diversion payments to help individuals avoid the need for ongoing assistance. Individuals do not need to be on public assistance to receive Emergency Temporary Assistance.

Assists individuals with chronic health conditions find and obtain permanent safe, stable housing. Program pays monthly stipends toward rent based on HUD income formula and guidelines

* Provides public assistance through the following programs: SNAP (Food stamps). Medicaid. Rent payment assistance. Benefit information can be found at www.mybenefits.ny.gov. * Offers emergency housing for individuals and families. * Provides assistance to teenage runaways. * Provides fraud investigation services. Reviews information and investigates complaints of welfare fraud.

Provides emergency financial assistance is available to Albany residents facing homelessness as a result of eviction or foreclosure.

Assists families in situational poverty from becoming homeless by offering supportive services, assistance with rent and security deposits.

* Offers emergency assistance, TANF and Safety Net Programs for eligible individuals and families. SNAP. Rent assistance. Medicaid. Child Care Subsidy (child care block grant).

Assists at-risk households facing or experiencing homelessness. Services include rental assistance, rental arrears, and security deposits.

Offers temporary help for individuals and families in need while they work towards self sufficiency. Will assist with security deposit or first month's rent, but not both. Coordinates shelter assists during and after business hours. Responsible for paying for and assisting in the scheduling of burials for residents of Herkimer County who die without funds or family to arrange and pay for a burial.

Family Assistance (FA) provides money for families with children. Cash benefits are limited to five years in a recipient's lifetime. After five years, a Family Assistance recipient may continue to receive benefits if an adult is disabled and cannot work or may be required to apply for assistance through the Safety Net category.

Safety Net Assistance (SNA) provides money for basic living expenses for single adults and childless couples (or families who have used up their five-year limit of FA). Cash benefits are limited to two years in a recipient's lifetime. After two years, the non-cash Safety Net Assistance voucher system provides benefits.

Emergency Temporary Assistance through Emergency Assistance for Families (EAF) or Emergency Safety Net Assistance (ESNA) provides assistance for crisis situations including evictions, moving expenses, utility shutoffs, and diversion payments to help individuals avoid the need for ongoing assistance. Individuals do not need to be on public assistance to receive Emergency Temporary Assistance.

* Offers emergency financial assistance for utilities, rent, or security deposit payment.* Provides financial assistance for other needs such as prescriptions, glasses, formula, transportation cost, or some OTC products, based on need and funds available.

* Provides one-time rental assistance for eviction prevention or a security deposit to divert a family from a shelter placement. All requests for assistance via the Prevention & Diversion Program go through an online portal. This portal is ONLY open for requests during the first week of each month.* Applicants who have illustrated a stable rental history and/or an ability to pay future rent will be supplemented by aftercare case management for up to one year from Family Promise of Greater Rochester staff and/or partner agencies.

Offers financial rental assistance to individuals with disabilities as a support service for independent living.

Offers temporary help for individuals and families in need while they work towards self sufficiency. Will assist with security deposit or first month's rent, but not both. Responsible for paying for and assisting in the scheduling of burials for residents of Washington County who die without funds or family to arrange and pay for a burial.

Family Assistance (FA) provides money for families with children. Cash benefits are limited to five years in a recipient's lifetime. After five years, a Family Assistance case may continue to receive benefits if an adult is disabled and cannot work or may be required to apply for assistance through the Safety Net category.

Safety Net Assistance (SNA) provides money for basic living expenses for single adults and childless couples (or families who have used up their 5-year limit of FA). Cash benefits are limited to two years in a recipient's lifeltime. After two years, the non-cash Safety Net Assistance voucher system provides benefits.

Emergency Temporary Assistance through Emergency Assistance for Families (EAF) or Emergency Safety Net Assistance (ESNA) provides assistance for crisis situations including evictions, moving expenses, utility shutoffs, help with food expenses, and diversion payments to help individuals avoid the need for ongoing assistance. Individuals do not need to be on public assistance to receive Emergency Temporary Assistance.

* Provides assistance to families in need. Services include:

• Referral to community and government services
• Rent assistance
• Transportation related expense assistance
• Utility/Heat assistance

Permanent Supportive Housing for individuals who are experiencing homelessness. Must live in the City of BinghamtonHave a pending evictionQualify under income guidelines

Provides financial support for adults with developmental disabilities to afford safe and decent housing. Funds can be used to purchase new or used items to set up a household or to pay toward the rent.

Offers temporary help for individuals and families in need while they work towards self sufficiency.

Family Assistance (FA) provides money for families with children. Cash benefits are limited to five years in a recipient's lifetime. After five years, a Family Assistance case may continue to receive benefits if an adult is disabled and cannot work or may be required to apply for assistance through the Safety Net category.

Safety Net Assistance (SNA) provides money for basic living expenses for single adults and childless couples (or families who have used up their 5-year limit of FA). Cash benefits are limited to two years in a recipient's lifetime. After two years, the non-cash Safety Net Assistance voucher system provides benefits.

Emergency Temporary Assistance through Emergency Assistance for Families (EAF) or Emergency Safety Net Assistance (ESNA) provides assistance for crisis situations including evictions, moving expenses, utility shutoffs, help with food expenses, and diversion payments to help individuals avoid the need for ongoing assistance. Individuals do not need to be on public assistance to receive Emergency Temporary Assistance.

Emergency aid may be available for a variety of expenses, including: shelter, moving expenses, home maintenance during illness, eviction, utility shut-off, etc. Must exhaust any other possible resources. Applicants can apply online @ mybenefits.ny.gov or in person.