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Thursday, April 25, 2024

Additional financial help available for nonprofits in response to COVID-19

Marion County Community Services is providing public service assistance to local nonprofit agencies in response to COVID-19.

Non-profit agencies may be eligible for assistance with the following:

  • Supplies, furnishings, equipment, and transportation.
  • Outreach equipment, medical care case management, and transportation.
  • Hotel/motel reimbursement with new clients who are turned away from a shelter due to overcrowding or closure; or while awaiting diversion or rental unit availability.
  • Agency referral of individuals/families in need of rental assistance.
  • Grants for new or increased service programs.

Eligible applicants include:

  • Nonprofits in good standing in Marion County.
  • Homeless people or families referred through a nonprofit located in Marion County.

Nonprofit assistance inquiries may be submitted via application at marioncountyfl.org/communityservices. Additional questions may be directed to CommunityServices@marioncountyfl.org. Due to the anticipated public response, please allow 72 hours for processing.