Food, Clothing and Household Needs

Results: 13

• Christmas Baskets (1)
  PH-2950.1500-120

  Christmas Baskets

  PH-2950.1500-120
  
  Programs, generally supported by donations from the community, that attempt to facilitate enjoyment of the Christmas season by low-income community residents through distribution of food baskets which usually contain a ham, turkey or other meat and all of the trimmings for a Christmas dinner (or vouchers to purchase these items) and occasionally gifts for children or other family members.
• Food Pantries (115)
  BD-1800.2000

  Food Pantries

  BD-1800.2000
  
  Programs that acquire food products through donations, canned food drives, food bank programs or direct purchase and distribute the food to people who are in emergency situations. Some pantries deliver food to people whose disabilities or illnesses make it difficult for them to leave home.
• Food Stamps/SNAP Applications (1)
  NL-6000.2000-220

  Food Stamps/SNAP Applications

  NL-6000.2000-220
  
  County or state offices that accept Food Stamp applications, determine eligibility for the Food Stamp program and allotments, and issue Food Stamp EBT cards which are presented at the grocery checkout counter when purchasing food. Certified households receive their EBT card and instructions for setting up a PIN number within 30 days of the date their application was filed. Expedited food stamps are available within seven days for people who are in an emergency situation and whose income and spendable resources for that month are within specified limits. Also included are other programs that help people prepare and file Food Stamp/SNAP applications and/or are authorized to do eligibility determinations for the program.
• Food Vouchers (1)
  BD-1800.2250

  Food Vouchers

  BD-1800.2250
  
  Programs that supply food coupons which can be exchanged in designated grocery stores, supermarkets and/or farmers markets for food products. The vouchers are generally provided to low income individuals and families on an occasional or ongoing basis, but may also be available to other specified populations; and may be issued in paper or electronic formats.
• Formula/Baby Food (8)
  BD-1800.8200-250

  Formula/Baby Food

  BD-1800.8200-250
  
  Programs that supply infant formula and/or baby food, usually in addition to other groceries.
• Free School Supplies (4)
  HL-8120.7800-200

  Free School Supplies

  HL-8120.7800-200
  
  Programs that pay for or provide textbooks and other essential educational supplies at no cost for students who cannot afford to purchase them.
• Holiday Gifts/Toys (7)
  PH-2950.3200

  Holiday Gifts/Toys

  PH-2950.3200
  
  Programs, generally supported by donations from the community, that provide gifts such as clothing, toys and other items to help low income individuals and families, older adults, hospital patients and others celebrate any of the annual holidays.
• Maternity Clothing (2)
  BM-6500.1500-500

  Maternity Clothing

  BM-6500.1500-500
  
  Programs that pay for or provide clothing that women can wear during pregnancy.
• School Breakfasts (1)
  BD-5000.8000

  School Breakfasts

  BD-5000.8000
  
  A program that provides supplementary nutrition in the form of a free or reduced-cost meal at the beginning of the school day for school children. The program is federally-funded and is available to income-eligible school age children. Public and private, nonprofit schools participating in the program are reimbursed for the breakfasts served.
• School Clothing (2)
  BM-6500.1500-800

  School Clothing

  BM-6500.1500-800
  
  Programs that pay for or provide new or secondhand clothing or school uniforms for children who need something appropriate to wear to school.
• School Lunches/Snacks (2)
  BD-5000.8200

  School Lunches/Snacks

  BD-5000.8200
  
  A program that provides supplementary nutrition in the form of a free or reduced-cost meal at noon time for school children. The program is federally-funded and is available to income-eligible students who are unable to pay the full cost. Public and private, nonprofit schools participating in the program are reimbursed for the lunches served.
• Thanksgiving Baskets (1)
  PH-2950.8500-850

  Thanksgiving Baskets

  PH-2950.8500-850
  
  Programs, generally supported by donations from the community, that attempt to facilitate enjoyment of Thanksgiving by low-income community residents through distribution of food baskets which usually contain a ham, turkey or other meat and all of the trimmings for a Thanksgiving dinner (or vouchers to purchase these items).
• Utility Deposit Assistance (1)
  BV-8900.9150

  Utility Deposit Assistance

  BV-8900.9150
  
  Programs that provide cash grants or loans for people who need to have their electricity, gas, water or telephone service turned on but do not have the assets to pay the required deposits. Utility deposits are not required everywhere.