What types of needs can Helping Hand assist with?
Rent/Mortgage Assistance
In most cases, an eviction warning is required. If the need is approved, funds will be disbursed directly to the landlord or mortgage company. Assistance is limited to $500.
Utility Assistance
In most cases, a shutoff notice is required. If the need is approved, funds will be disbursed directly to the utility company. Assistance is limited to $500.
Grocery/Personal Items Assistance
Assistance with groceries and personal items is given through gift cards to Kroger. These cards cannot be used to buy alcohol, tobacco products or lottery tickets.
Who is eligible to receive assistance?
HelpingHand is available to individuals/families who live within the city limits of Kettering, OH. Attendance at Five Rivers Church is not required for eligibility for assistance.
Is there a limit to how many times a family can receive assistance?
Because of limited funds, our policy limits an individual/family to one assistance event.