Financial Stability

 

 

211 Program

United Way is investing $56,800 to support HelpLink 211 in Muskingum, Perry, and Morgan Counites.

2-1-1 is the gateway that connects people with community resources and volunteer opportunities. By simply dialing three digits, you can make one call to find or give help. No more wasted time trying to find the right resource. It is efficient, fast, and easy to use. And the call is free and confidential.

Emergency Shelter

United Way is investing $33,500 in the Emergency Shelter. With this funding Salvation Army will be able to temporarily house 240 clients.

The Salvation Army has an emergency shelter, that assists community members struggling with homelessness.

 

 

 

 

 

Home Creation and Preservation

United Way is investing $37,600 toward the Home Creation and Preservation Program, with this funding Habitat for Humanity will build 1 new homes in each of  Muskingum, Perry, or Morgan Counties and train 140 people.

Habitat for Humanity is a builder of affordable homes and repairs homes for low-income families in the Muskingum, Perry, and Morgan counties.

 

 

Housing & Utility Assistance Program

United Way is investing $58,400 towards the housing and utility program. With this funding Salvation Army will assist 218 unduplicated households.

The Salvation Army has a program that assists community members with housing and utility payments.

 

 

 

Payee Services Program

United Way of MPM is investing $14,350 in the Payee Services Program funding 23 payee clients.

The Payee Services program provides individualized financial management to disabled individuals and seniors who are unable to manage their own financial affairs so they can live independently and gain financial self-sufficiency.

 

Tax Prep Assistance Program

To learn more about our tax program click here! 

Perry County Mobility Management:

United Way is investing $6,200 to Perry County Mobility Management towards transportation.

The transportation assistance will go towards community members seeking rides to, an emergency shelter, food pantries, housing and utility assistance appointment, employment interview, and non-emergency medical trips. If you are a Perry County resident and need a ride please call 1-833-968-4646 to speak with a Mobility Specialist.

Perry Homelessness Initiative

United Way of MPM has invested $6,200 towards the Perry County Homeless Initiative.

The Perry Housing Coalition has started an initiative to address homelessness in Perry County.  Through funds received, Perry Housing Coalition be able to help literally homeless individuals in the county be placed into emergency housing.  In addition, Perry Housing Coalition has started an initiative to serve 50 individuals in need of food support or hygiene items. This initiative has been made possible by the United Way of Muskingum, Perry, and Morgan Counties.