Community Action Center (CAC) of Northfield and Faribault
Help Paying for Basic Needs
Community Action Center (CAC) of Northfield
1651 Jefferson Pkwy, Ste HS-200, Northfield, MN, 55057
(507) 664-3550
info@communityactioncenter.org
https://communityactioncenter.org/resources
Service Details
Description
Offers cash or other short term aid to people in a crisis that is affecting their access to basic needs
Emergency assistance can vary based upon eligibility and available funds.
Additional Information
Can help prevent having power shutoff by connecting people with help
Provides vouchers for clothing at the Clothes Closet
Features
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Area Served by County
- Rice County
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Client Conveniences
- Assistance with community resources
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Specialization
- People with low income
Eligibility
Within income limits and resident of the Northfield School District
Area Served
Northfield School District #659
Websites
Phone Numbers
Type | Number | Hours |
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General Information | (507) 664-3550 |
Last Update
11/22/2024
Other Locations
This provider does not offer this service at other locations.
Other Services or resources
Taxonomy Terms Used: Clicking a taxonomy term from the list below launches a new search.
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BM-6500.1500-130Clothing Vouchers Definition
Programs that supply coupons that can be exchanged in designated thrift shops or nonprofit organizations for clothing.
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BV-8900.9300Utility Service Payment Assistance Definition
Programs that pay all or a portion of the utility bills of people whose utilities have been or are at risk of being shut off including any reconnection fees that may apply. Also included are non-emergency programs like those funded through the federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), also referred to as LIEAP or HEAP in some states, that provide home energy assistance, generally in the form of a credit, for low-income households that apply. The assistance is usually available once per calendar year (or heating season). Utility bill payment assistance programs may have age, income, disability, need or other eligibility requirements.
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YL-3300.4500Low Income Definition
Individuals or families whose annual income is between 150 and 200% of poverty level for their family size.
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YL-3300.6500Poverty Level Definition
People whose annual income is within the federal poverty level guidelines which vary according to family size and are revised annually.