Financial Services

Monroe Co. Division of Family Resources

Assists individuals and families with accessing public assistance programs, including food stamps, Medicaid, and TANF.

Phone: 800-403-0864

Tags: Financial Assistance

Social Security Administration

Provides assistance with Social Security benefits, including retirement, disability, and survivor benefits.

Phone: 800-772-1213

Tags: Financial Assistance

South Central Community Action Program

Provides services and support to low-income individuals and families, including financial assistance, housing support, and education programs.

Phone: 812-339-3447

Tags: Housing,Disability Service Providers,Financial Assistance,Education

Bean Blossom Township Trustee

Provides financial assistance for rent, utilities, and other needs to residents of Bean Blossom Township.

Phone: 812-876-5515

Tags: Rent,Utilities,Township Trustees

Benton Township Trustee

Offers financial support for residents of Benton Township, including help with rent, utilities, and other essential needs.

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Address: 7616 E State Road 45 Unionville, IN 47468

Phone: 812-339-6593

Tags: Rent,Utilities,Township Trustees

Bloomington Township Trustee

Provides assistance with rent, utilities, and other financial needs for residents of Bloomington Township.

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Address: 924 W. 17th St., Suite C Bloomington, IN 47404

Phone: 812-336-4976

Tags: Rent,Utilities,Township Trustees

Clear Creek Township Trustee

Offers financial assistance for rent, utilities, and other basic needs to residents of Clear Creek Township.

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Address: 9206 South Old State Road 37, Bloomington, IN 47403

Phone: 812-824-7225

Tags: Rent,Utilities,Township Trustees

Indian Creek Township Trustee

Provides financial assistance for essential needs such as rent and utilities to residents of Indian Creek Township.

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Address: 8019 S. Rockport Road Bloomington, IN 47403

Phone: 812-824-4981

Tags: Rent,Utilities,Township Trustees

Perry Township Trustee

Offers financial support for rent, utilities, and other basic needs to residents of Perry Township.

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Address: 1010 South Walnut Street Bloomington, IN 47401

Phone: 812-336-3713

Tags: Rent,Utilities,Township Trustees

Polk Township Trustee

Provides financial assistance for essential needs like rent and utilities to residents of Polk Township.

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Address: 9070 S Chapel Hill Rd, Heltonville, IN 47436

Phone: 812-272-7075

Tags: Rent,Utilities,Township Trustees

Richland Township Trustee

Offers financial assistance for rent, utilities, and other needs to residents of Richland Township.

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Address: 416 S. Park St., Ellettsville, IN 47429

Phone: 812-876-2509

Tags: Rent,Utilities,Township Trustees

Salt Creek Township Trustee

Provides financial support for residents of Salt Creek Township, including help with rent, utilities, and other essential needs.

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Address: 7333 E. Salt Creek Drive Bloomington, IN 47401

Phone: 812-837-9140

Tags: Rent,Utilities,Township Trustees

Van Buren Township Trustee

Offers financial assistance for rent, utilities, and other basic needs to residents of Van Buren Township.

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Address: 352 S Fieldstone Blvd. Bloomington, IN 47403

Phone: 812-825-4490

Tags: Rent,Utilities,Township Trustees

Washington Township Trustee

Provides financial assistance for essential needs such as rent and utilities to residents of Washington Township.

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Address: 505 Simpson Chapel Road, Bloomington Indiana 47404

Phone: 812-327-6948

Tags: Rent,Utilities,Township Trustees

Financial Aid Information

Offers guidance on financial aid options for students pursuing higher education, including scholarships, grants, and loans.

Phone: 812-855-0321

Tags: Financial Assistance,Education

CCDF Voucher Program

Offers financial assistance to low-income families for child care services through the Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF).

Phone: 317-634-5050

Tags: Financial Assistance,Childcare

IU Health Positive Link HIV Services

Supports people living with HIV/AIDS by offering care coordination, housing and nutrition assistance, emergency financial assistance, HIV clinic, and substance use support.

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Address: 333 E. Miller Drive, Bloomington, IN, 47401

Phone: 812-353-9150

Tags: Health,Local,HIV Services

National Multiple Sclerosis Society - Indiana State Chapter

Offers a financial assistance program for people with MS, including supplemental funds for medical equipment, respite care, home care services, and more.

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Address: 3500 DePauw Boulevard, Suite 1040, Indianapolis, IN 46268

Phone: 317-870-2500

Tags: multiple sclerosis,medical assistance,financial assistance

Olcott Center (Cancer Support)

Provides free supportive services for people with cancer and their families, including counseling, support groups, financial assistance, and a peer mentoring program.

Phone: 812-353-5669

Tags: financial assistance,cancer support,counseling,peer mentoring

Lifeline Support

A federal program that lowers the monthly cost of phone or internet services for those who qualify. Limited to one discount per household.

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Phone: 800-234-9473

Tags: financial assistance

Monroe County United Ministries

Provides emergency food, thrift store vouchers for clothing and household items, and financial assistance with rent and utilities. Also offers a bus pass program and personal hygiene closet.

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Address: 827 W. 14th Court, Bloomington, IN 47404

Phone: 812-339-3429

Tags: financial assistance,food bank,emergency assistance

Sherwood Oaks Christian Church

Offers Christian counseling and support, including specialized groups for Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, divorce, grief, and support for families of LGBTQ individuals. Also provides financial assistance for rent, utilities, and prescriptions.

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Address: 2700 E. Rogers Road, Bloomington, IN 47401

Phone: 812-334-0206

Tags: financial assistance,support groups,Christian counseling

St. Vincent de Paul Society

Collects, stores, and distributes furniture and appliances to low-income individuals. Also provides emergency financial assistance for rent, rent deposits, and utility bills for those in need.

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Address: 1999 N Packing House Rd, Bloomington, IN 47404

Phone: 812-961-1510

Tags: financial assistance,furniture donations,utilities support

South Central Indiana REMC

A rural electric cooperative providing electricity and related services such as high-speed internet, generators, medical alert systems, water heaters, and security systems. Offers financial assistance programs to help with utility bills.

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Address: 300 Morton Avenue, Martinsville, IN 46151

Phone: 765-342-3344 | Toll-Free: 800-264-7362

Tags: financial assistance,internet services,electricity

Salvation Army of Monroe County

Provides financial assistance for rent, utilities, and prescriptions, no more than twice a year. Also offers a food pantry, holiday meals, and emergency shelter services.

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Address: 111 N. Rogers Street, Bloomington, IN 47404

Phone: Intake: 812-336-4310-3

Tags: Religious Organizations,Religion,Churches,People Experiencing Homelessness,Shelters,Emergency Services,Thrift Stores

First United Church

Local church that provides assistance to the general public, including financial aid for community members facing financial difficulties.

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Address: 2420 East Third Street, Bloomington, IN 47401

Phone: 812-332-4439

Tags: financial assistance,community support,church services

First United Methodist Church

Offers a variety of community services, including a food pantry, clothing distribution, and financial assistance for rent and utilities.

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Address: 219 E. 4th Street, Bloomington, IN 47408

Phone: 812-332-6396

Tags: food pantry,financial assistance,community support

Farm Service Agency (USDA)

The Farm Service Agency (USDA) supports agricultural producers with financial assistance, conservation programs, and disaster recovery resources.

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Address: Monroe County Farm Service Agency 1931 Liberty Dr. Bloomington, IN 47403

Tags: Environmental / Animal,Agriculture

Indiana National Guard Family Programs

Indiana National Guard Family Programs provide support and resources for military families, including financial assistance, counseling, and educational services.

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Address: 2002 South Holt Road Indianapolis, IN 46241

Tags: Human Services,Military,Family Services

Monroe County United Ministries (MCUM)- Emergency Services Program

Monroe County United Ministries (MCUM) Emergency Services Program provides food, clothing, and financial assistance to those in need.

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Address: 827 W. 14th Ct. Bloomington, IN 47404

Tags: Food,Children,Emergency Services-Housing,Money,Religious Organizations,Religion,People Experiencing Homelessness,Shelters

South Central Community Action Program Thriving Connections

Thriving Connections, part of SCCAP, helps families achieve financial independence and build community networks.

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Tags: Counseling,Support Groups,Human Services,FINRA

Twenty-First Century Scholars at IUB

Twenty-First Century Scholars at IUB provides resources and support to help low-income students succeed in college.

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Address: 300 North Jordan Ave Bloomington, IN 47405

Tags: Financial Aid

Apprisen Financial Advocates - Consumer Credit Counseling Service (CCCS)

Non profit consumer credit counseling agency. Helps consumers set and meet financial goals, including paying off debt and improving credit. Participation in the debt management program allows Apprisen to negotiate a payment plan with creditors which may include lowering interest rates, and stopping late or overlimit fees.

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Address: 6345 S. East Street, Indianapolis 46227

Phone: 317-266-1300

Jerry Siefers

Attorney who assists with Medicaid financial planning. Also does other elder law and estate planning.

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Address: 205 South Walnut Street Suite 3, Bloomington, IN 47404

Phone: 812-332-4431

Tags: Attorney,Legal

Jessica L. Merkel

Licensed attorney with a focus on elder law including estate planning, Medicaid financial planning and more. Member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), a professional organization with a focus on exceeding established standards and ethics.

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Address: 211 S. College Ave, Bloomington, IN 47401

Phone: 812-332-9295

Tags: Attorney,Legal

Lance D. Like

Licensed attorney with a focus on elder law including estate planning, Medicaid financial planning and more. Member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), a professional organization with a focus on exceeding established standards and ethics.

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Address: 1211 N College Ave, Bloomington, IN 47404

Phone: 812-323-8300

Tags: Attorney,Legal

Christopher J. Holly, Attorney At Law

Assists with financial planning related to Medicaid eligibility for long-term care at home or in a nursing home.

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Address: 2620 N. Walnut St. Ste 1240, Suite 314, Bloomington, IN 47404

Phone: 812-335-8294 | Toll-Free: 888-445-8870

Tags: Attorney,Medicaid Planning

Owen County Salvation Army Service Extension

Offers financial assistance with rent, mortgage, utilities, and prescription costs to Owen County residents in need.

Address: 751 E Franklin Street, Spencer, IN 47460

Phone: 812-829-2279

Tags: Financial Assistance,Salvation Army

Indiana Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF)

A government program that provides financial assistance for individuals and families who are working or enrolled in school. The state will pay for a portion of your child care bills.

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Phone: 877-511-1144

Tags: Financial Assistance,Child Care Assistance,Educational Support

Emergency Financial Assistance and Referrals in Indiana

The Salvation Army can refer individuals to government aid, provide emergency rental assistance, food, money for utilities, medications, and more.

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Phone: 800-589-1037

Tags: Financial Aid,Emergency Assistance,Community Services