Financial ServicesThe Emergency Financial Assistance Program provides one-time assistance with rent, mortgage, and/or utility assistance of up to $1,750. For more information, visit www.alachuacounty.us/depts/css/socialservices/pages/services.aspx or call the number below.
Alachua County Veteran Services provides professional assistance and advocacy to the Veterans of Alachua County, their eligible dependents and survivors in securing all entitled/eligible Veterans' benefits earned through honorable military service. Call or visit the website to learn more.
HUD is a federal government program. It stands for Housing & Urban Development. It can help you avoid foreclosure. They can assist with finding help, avoiding scams, and knowing the law. Please call or go to the website to learn more.
Toll Free: 800.225.5342 (Federal Housing Administration Resource Center)
Central Florida Community Action Agency, Inc. offers a range of services to those in need within the community.
Services and programs include:
Please call or visit the website for more information.
Connect is a referral service. It helps expectant parents and families with young children. The goal is to improve birth outcomes and child development. They do this by offering a wide range of programs. Please call 352.313.6500 or go to the website to learn more.
Programs include:
This government group offers victim advocates and helps them apply for the Crime Victim Compensation. Eligibility conditions may vary. Please call or visit the website for locations and more information.
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24-Hour Victim Helpline: 877.623.3435
The Program may Help you get Compensation for:
The office advocates for victims and victims’ rights. It may help with the financial impact of a crime. Call or visit the website to learn more.
Services Include:
This is an emergency assistance program. It helps those in danger of being homeless. You have to live in Gainesville or the surrounding counties to qualify. It is for those struggling with finances or those who need help with getting food. They have a food pantry you can go to once a month. They also help people having a hard time paying bills. These could be for rent, mortgages, or utilities. They can also help pay for medicine. Please call 352.372.0294 or visit the website to learn more.
Money Management International helps consumers identify the cause of their individual financial concerns. They are not a loan company and do not lend out money. Many services are offered for free. Others are at a low cost. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Toll Free: 866.550.8004
In-person Counseling is by Appointment Only
GNHDC offers a Financial Fitness Program. A 6-hour free course that provides participants with the tools needed to reach their financial goals. Classes focus on: Budgeting to Save Money, Credit Score, Employment Skills, and Buying a Home.
