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HOPE United
At HOPE Calloway, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive support to individuals and families facing homelessness in Calloway County. In partnership with the Murray-Calloway County United Way, we are proud to introduce the HOPE United Community Relief Program, a new initiative aimed at offering assistance to those who need it most.
Partnering for Lasting Change
At HOPE Calloway and the MCC United Way, we believe that meaningful support comes from partnering with community members to create lasting change. That’s why we offer a free budget workshop as part of our LifeLab curriculum. This workshop is designed to reinforce the basics of budgeting and ensure that everyone is making the most of available resources.
This workshop is a requirement before receiving any type of financial assistance, helping you build a solid foundation for financial stability.
Our Partnership
The Murray-Calloway County United Way has been a cornerstone of community support, working tirelessly to improve the lives of our neighbors. By combining our resources and expertise, this partnership allows us to extend our reach and provide critical aid to more people in our community.
Policies for Assistance
Rent Assistance
This is an emergency relief fund- the fund DOES NOT pay current or rent.
To qualify you must:
• MUST be a resident of Calloway County
• Be very specific in what you are requesting assistance for
• Must be AT LEAST 60 DAYS OR MORE past due
• Maximum rental assistance of $250
•Only one (1) award every 12 months
ALL APPLICANTS RECEIVING FUNDS MUST ENROLL IN A FREE BUDGET COURSE
Payments are made directly to the landlord or utility company
(If you are seeking utility assistance, please apply directly through United Way at mccunitedway.org)
Transitional Housing
•Can only live in transitional housing once during a 12-month period.
• Must be employed or actively seeking employment. (Unless documented disability prevents employment.)
OR
Must receive non-employment based income
•Must be able to pass a drug screen.
•All adults must submit to a criminal background check. (Past record does not automatically disqualify.)
•Must have resided in Calloway County for the last 3 months, or longer.
Emergency Housing
If you are in need of emergency housing, our staff will work with you to find an appropriate placement based on the information you provide. In many cases, we are able to provide transportation to nearby emergency shelters or other housing arrangements available to you.
Please contact our office for more information.
How to Apply
Applying for assistance is easy and accessible. You can fill out our online application form with the required information and submit it for review.
If you can’t complete the application online, don’t worry! Just call our office at 270-761-6802, and we’ll help you fill it out over the phone or schedule an appointment for you to come by our office at 629 Broad Street. We’re here to make the process as smooth as possible, so reach out if you need any help.