Circle Of Concern

Client financial assistance program:this program primarily supports our clients with rent, mortgage, or utility assistance, but also assists with gas cards, box fans, small ac units, and other miscellaneous support. The primary focus of this program is to ensure our clients remain safely housed, avoiding an eviction or utility shut-off, both of which can impact their credit, amplifying already difficult circumstances for those we serve. 481 households received financial assistance in 2024.

Scholarship program:circle offers a dual-focus scholarship program serving low-income students and also adult clients in good standing. Eligible high school seniors may participate in a competitive process for renewable scholarships ranging $500 - $5,000. Adult clients in good standing may apply for up to $1,000 each semester toward a degree or career program (license certification / renewal, etc.). The goal of this program is to help low-income individuals bolster their earning potential so they may move from struggle and poverty to stability and self-sufficiency. 27 students and 13 adults (40 individuals in all) benefited from this program.

Other programs include our children's programs, which provide opportunities to attend summer camp, birthday gifts, and gift cards to purchase school supplies and "summer snacks." at the holidays, we offer seasonal foods and gift cards to purchase a turkey and holiday gifts. The purpose of these programs is to provide children from low-income households with opportunity for extracurricular activities, gifts and the supplies they may miss out on due to their family circumstances. Secondly, we want to share the spirit of the holiday season with each of the families we serve.during the 2024 tax year: - 458 children received hand-selected gifts, books, and toys through the birthday club. - 576 households were supported with thanksgiving boxes. - 538 students were helped through the back to school program. - 109 children received assistance to attend summer program/camp. - 2,001 individuals received assistance through the holiday program. - 817 parents received gift cards to supplement summer food purchases through the kid bag program.