Outreach Assistance

Financial Assistance for Rent or Utilities

Helping families maintain stable housing by providing funding for rent or utilities.  Clients may receive emergency help once in a 12 month period.  Rent must be 14 days past due or under threat of eviction. Utilities must have a disconnect notice or payment plan in place. 

​ Assistance appointments are scheduled Monday mornings on a first come, first serve basis beginning at 8:30am. You must call 812-423-5456, we do not accept walk-ins.

Handy Helpers Home Repair

This employment training program hires individuals with little to no work history. During the program, Technicians are paid for on the job training and personal development. In approximately six months, our Catholic Charities program teaches technicians work and technical skills necessary to help obtain a full-time paying job after successful completion of the program. 

​Click here to visit the main Handy Helpers website, or call 812-217-3537 for more information.

Medical Travel

Help for families who have a child (under the age of 18) who needs to travel outside of the Evansville area for a doctor appointment or medical procedure. With proper documentation, Catholic Charities can provide up to four $40 gas gift cards within a calendar year.
 

Boots 4 Work

Assistance program designed to help eliminate a possible barrier to new employment.  A voucher can be provided for clients to purchase work boots needed to gain employment. You must contact Catholic Charities prior to the start of work.  Catholic Charities will work with you and prospective employer to verify program eligibility. 

Call 812-423-5456 to make an appointment for help today!