Assist Tompkins county residents coming out of homelessness, up to $500 to cover expenses to furnish client's apartment and related needs. Household good purchases have a minimum of $100
Expenses covered include:
- Utility, Phone, or Internet Bill Assistance
- Home-related appliances and repairs
- Supplemental goods and services such as kitchen utensils, linens, toiletries,
and other necessities for successful housing
Basic Household Items
- Appliances (microwave, blender, toaster, teapot, coffee maker, vacuum cleaner)
-Kitchenware (plates, pots, pans, utensils, mugs, cups, glasses, measuring cups, cutting board, mixing bowls)
- Linens (towels, sheets, blankets, comforter, pillows)
- Bathroom items (shower curtains, shelving, supply holders, bathmat, plunger)
- Cleaning Supplies (Cleaning spray, bleach, laundry detergent, floor cleaner, broom, mop, paper towels, sponges, trash bags)
- Wifi router
Basic Needs Items
Laundry Cards, Pantry Stock,Trash fees, Bus passes/taxi voucher
Small repairs or fees
Key fob replacement/Lock-out fee, Laundry card
Application: *must be completed by HSC staff person, phone or in person