First Presbyterian Church Financial Assistance

Welcome to First Presbyterian Church’s financial assistance application. We understand that financial challenges can be difficult, and we appreciate the opportunity to learn about your needs.

Please begin by answering a few brief eligibility questions. If your request meets our basic requirements, you may continue to the full application.

Applications take up to 7 business days to process. We cannot provide emergency assistance, and completing an application does not guarantee financial assistance.

Have you lived in Spartanburg County for at least one year?

Have you ever received financial assistance from First Presbyterian Church?

Have you been denied financial assistance by First Presbyterian Church?

Does your request require emergency assistance, or assistance sooner than our 7 business day processing period allows?

Is your request for any of the following

Hotels, motels or temporary housing
Medications
Help obtaining housing
Out-of-state payments
Storage unit payments
Utility payments for outside of Spartanburg County

Does the address on your driver's license or state ID match the address where you currently reside?

Do you have any pending criminal charges?

Thank you for your inquiry regarding financial assistance.

Our budget is very limited, and we receive many applications each day. While we deeply wish we could provide support to every family in need, our resources simply do not allow us to do so. We carefully review each request to ensure that the limited funds available are directed to those in the greatest need and that would benefit from our one-time assistance.

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION CAREFULLY BEFORE SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION. APPLICATIONS THAT ARE MISSING INFORMATION OR DOCUMENTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

Eligibility Requirements:

One-time assistance only. If you or your household have previously received assistance from First Presbyterian Church, we are unable to offer additional help.
Residency: You must be a resident of Spartanburg County for at least 1 year (we will verify your residency).
Matching ID and Documents: Your photo ID must match the name and address listed on all bills or invoices.
If you have previously applied for a assistance, you cannot reapply.

Application Guidelines:

Please be sure to complete every section of the application and upload all required documents. Applications that are missing information or documents will not be considered.
When prompted, upload clear photos of each document - blurry or incomplete images will delay processing.

Required Documents:

Driver's License or State-issued photo ID
Social Security Card
Documentation supporting each asstance request (utility bill, rent ledger/notice, etc.)
Payment stubs from last 30 days if you are employed

Review Process:

Submitting an application does not guarantee assistance
Referrals from individuals or agencies does not guarantee assistance.
Please allow 7 business days (Monday-Friday) for a response. As a small committee with limited funds, we are unable to provide immediate assistance without adequate time to review each request.
If approved, payments will be made directly to the service provider - not to the applicant.
Providing false or misleading information on your application will result in disqualification. We also reserve the right to report dishonesty to Charity Tracker and other local organizations that offer financial assistance.

Additional Notes:

The Community Resource Coordinator does not have regular office hours at First Presbyterian Church. Please do not visit the church unless you have a scheduled appointment.
For questions, call 864-208-2241 or email lclarke@fpcspartanburg.org.
Check your email for updates on your application.
If you have not heard from us within 7 days, you can check the status of your application by texting 864-216-6457.

PLEASE NOTE WE DO NOT ASSIST WITH:

Hotels/Motels
Medications
Obtaining safe and affordable housing
Out of state payments
Payments for storage units
Payments for utilities outside of Spartanburg County residency

We do not make emergency payments. Our process takes up to 5 business days.

Today's Date

Date

Name (must be your legal name)

First NameLast Name

Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Email

example@example.com

Home Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / ProvincePostal / Zip CodeCountry

Landlord Name

First NameLast Name

Landlord Phone

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Landlord Email

example@example.com

How long have you lived in Spartanburg County?

You must be a resident for at least 1 year. We will verify residency.

Date of Birth

MonthDayYear

Last 4 digits of your Social Security number

Upload your Social Security card

Driver's License/ID Number

Driver's License/ID State

Upload your Driver's License/ID card

Relationship Status

Gender

Other

Race/Ethnicity

Are you the Head of Household

If you are not head of household, who is

How many people live in your household?

List names and ages of ALL household members other than yourself (if none, list NONE)

Your Employment Status

Upload your SSI Statement for Disability or Retirement

Current employer (leave blank if unemployed)

Upload a month's pay stubs for everyone in your household who is employed

Previous employer

If you are starting a new job soon, upload a copy of your job offer

Do you have Medicaid?

Do you live in...

Are you requesting financial assistance due to being unable to work because of a medical condition, illness, injury, or medical treatment?

If Yes, please upload documentation of your illness/injury/treatment

Monthly Household Income: List all income (put 0 if it does not apply)

Rows	Monthly Amount
Total Monthly Wages/Salary
Disability
Social Security
Unemployment
Retirement
Child Support
Workers Compensation
SNAP/Food Stamps
WIC
Other Income

Total Monthly Household Income (will sum automatically)

Monthly Household Expense: List all expenses (put 0 if it does not apply)

Rows	Monthly Amount
Rent/Mortgage
Food
Electric
Gas (home)
Water
Cell Phone Monthly Bill
Cable TV/Internet
Car Payment
Car Insurance
Gas (car)
Medical premiums/bills
Rent for furniture/appliances
Loans
Child Support
Tobacco/Alcohol/Drugs
Other Expense

Total Monthly Household Expense (will sum automatically)

Amounts of Assistance Requested: Please put the amount beside of each type of assistance you are requesting. It will sum below this box. Please upload required information below

Rows	Amounts Requested:
Housing/Rent (ledger required)
Electricity (Bill showing account number, name and address required)
Water (Bill showing account number, name and address required))
Gas (Bill showing account number, name and address required))
Medical Bills (Estimates/Bills required)
Vehicle expense (Estimates/Bills required)
Home Repairs/Maintenance (Estimates/Bills required)

Total Assistance Requested (will sum automatically)

Documentation needed: (must be clear and readable)

Housing/Rent: Required: Statement or letter from your landlord showing the total amount due AND detailed ledger of your charges and payments. Please provide your landlord's contact information. The committee will not consider housing assistance until they have spoken with your landlord. An eviction notice can be included also but the ledger or statement is required.

Electricity: Copy of your electric bill showing the full account number and your name/address

Water: Copy of your water bill showing the full account number and your name/address

Gas: Copy of your gas bill showing the full account number and your name/address

Medical bills: Statement showing the amount due and your name

Vehicle expense: Statement of amount due with your name or estimate of services

Home Repairs/Maintenance: Statement of amount due with your name or estimate of services

The assistance committee will not consider applications that are missing required information. We are a small committee and do not have the resources to track down information.

You must upload documentation for the types of assistance you are requesting. If you do not include documentation, your application will not be processed. If you are requesting housing assistance, please include a ledger or statement from your landlord showing the total amount due.

Give a detailed account of your circumstances and why you need assistance.

Give a detailed account of how you are improving your circumstances

Do you have a pledge from another agency such as TOTAL Ministries or GLEAMNS?

Name of the agency

How much is the pledge?

Amount

How did you hear about us?

Signature

Once a decision has been made regarding your application, it is considered final. We respectfully ask that you refrain from contacting First Presbyterian Church Financial Assistance to appeal or further discuss the decision.

Because assistance from First Presbyterian Church is not guaranteed, we encourage you to apply for support through multiple agencies and organizations.

Based on your answers, your request does not meet one or more of First Presbyterian Church's assistance requirements.

If you believe you answered a question incorrectly or need clarification, please contact Lynise Clarke at lclarke@fpcspartanburg.org

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