Program Name: Interfaith Community Services
About:
GAS CARDS
Assistance with a fuel-only gift card. Must reside in Pima County.
Assistance is limited to 1X a month up to 3X a year.
BUS PASSES
Assistance with a monthly bus pass. Must reside in Pima County.
Assistance is limited to 3X a year.
EYE GLASSES
Referral for eye exam and pair of glasses through National Eye & Ear. Must reside in Pima County. Assistance limited to once a year.
PRESCRIPTIONS
Assistance with costs associated with medication. Must reside in Pima County. Assistance limited to once a year. Pharmacy must be willing to verify the costs of medication and willing to accept a check.
RENTAL/MORTGAGE ASSISTANCE
A one-time rental or mortgage assistance program that prevents an eviction or foreclosure of a client from their home. Must reside in Pima County. Must meet income requirements. Can only receive assistance once in a 12-month period. Rent or mortgage payments must be past due.
UTILITY ASSISTANCE
A one-time utility assistance program to help prevent disconnection or termination of utilities in a client’s home. Must reside in Pima County. Must meet income requirements. Assistance with deposits is also available. Can only receive assistance once in a
12-month period.
MINOR CAR REPAIRS
A one-time assistance with a car repair to assist clients with the ability to travel to and from work. Must reside in Pima County. Must meet income requirements. Vehicle must have valid registration Some grants have income requirements. Car repair shop is willing to accept a check and provide verification. Must have a valid driver’s license.
IDs & BIRTH CERTIFICATES
Assistance to help clients obtain their ID or birth certificate to access social services or employment services. Must reside in Pima County. Assistance is limited to 3x a year. Birth Certificates from states other than Arizona have different requirements and processing times.
How to Apply
Assistance is first come, first served, with limited availability each day. This is a very competitive process, with many applicants trying at once, so it can take several attempts to get through. Applications accepted Monday-Thursday when funds are available.
Apply by Phone. Phones open at 9 a.m. sharp! Call 520-297-6049. Press 3 for Financial Assistance.
Apply Online. Online form opens at 8:45 a.m. Go to icstucson.org. From the menu at the top of the screen select Get Help > Emergency Financial Assistance Intake Form. If you are successful, check inbox for confirmation email explaining next steps.
Website: https://icstucson.org/what-we-do/emergency-assistance/emergency-financial-assistance-2/
Phone: 520-297-6049
Required Documents: Depends on type of assistance