Emergency Fund - Helping People Today For Tomorrow.

2008 Service Results

In 2008, the Emergency Fund distributed over $4.7 million dollars to help 8,868 individuals and families, which ultimately benefitted over 20,000. The top assistance category was housing, closely followed by utilities. The following two charts show the breakdown in how we were able to help, and why the assistance was needed.

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Need Help? If you live in Chicago, dial 3-1-1 and ask for "Short-Term Help" to be screened for the Emergency Fund's financial assistance.

The Emergency Fund provides immediate financial assistance to help low income Chicago area individuals and families through a crisis or transition.

2008 Service Results

The Emergency Fund provides immediate financial
assistance to help low income Chicago area individuals
and families through a crisis or transition.