Madison County Community Development

Description

Providing window air conditioner units to households consisting of senior citizens, individuals who are disabled and/or children age 5 and younger.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

Required Documents

- Proof of income for entire household/family for the last past 30 days - Photo ID - Proof of Residency - Social Security Cards for every household member - Must provide a letter from the doctor containing a specific ailment a household member is suffering from of existing, or a medical condition such as asthma, COPD, emphysema, coronary disease and immediate terminal illness - Each household must provide a current copy of their utility bill to prove they have utilities, and do not have a back bill and are not in threat of disconnection, utility bill must be less than $600.00

Eligibility

- Households that have received an air conditioner in the last three years are not eligible - Eligible households must be at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines - Must reside in Madison County, Illinois - Household must a member who suffers from a medical condition that can be relieved by air conditioning - Low-income families and veterans who qualify for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program - Current utility bill must not exceed $600.00 - Must have income

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call (618) 296-6177 To Apply

Languages

English

Service Area

Madison County in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

Responsible for distribution of federal block grant and home funds received by Madison County for programs such as housing, social services, capital improvements, economic development, planning and administration.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

Required Documents

Call For Details

Eligibility

No Restrictions

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call To Apply

Languages

English

Service Area

Madison County in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

Operates a variety of core services in the communities, includes weatherization, energy assistance programs, homelessness prevention programs, affordable housing creation, renovation and small business assistance.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

Required Documents

Call for details

Eligibility

No Restrictions

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

- Call In To Apply - Apply In Person

Languages

English

Service Area

Madison County in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

LIHEAP: Beginning October 1, elderly, age 60 years and older and/or disabled household member, who may also be disconnected or under imminent threat to be disconnected from their electric service may apply for assistance - Beginning November 1, households with children under the age of six years and households who are disconnected or have a disconnected notice from their electric service may apply for assistance - General public can apply for assistance starting December 1 through May 31, or until funds are depleted whichever comes first

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

Required Documents

Proof of income from all household members for the past 30 days - Proof of most recent energy bill(s) - Proof of Social Security number(s) for all household members

Eligibility

Home energy assistance payments made to eligible households are approved on a one-time basis - Income guidelines exist, call for details

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

- Call to schedule an appointment at (618) 296-6485. - Applications are processed on a first-come, first-serve basis

Languages

- English - Spanish

Service Area

Madison County in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

Providing fans to qualifying households.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

Required Documents

- Picture ID - Social Security Cards for everyone in household - Proof of Income for last 90 days - Current Utility Bill

Eligibility

- Must reside in Madison County, Illinois - Must not have received a fan from agency in the last three years

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Appointment Required

Languages

English Only

Service Area

Madison County in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

Housing Weatherization: Inspection of furnaces for health/safety and mechanical operation, if necessary, a new furnace may be installed.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

Required Documents

Social Security Cards for all household members - Proof of Income - Proof of Home Ownership - Proof of Renting

Eligibility

- Age 18 years and older - Homeowners/Renters - Seniors 60 years and older - Individuals that are disabled - Households with children 5 years and under

Fees

No fee associated with homeowner occupied units - For renters their landlord is required to contribute 50% for all mechanical work, as well as a $150.00 assessment fee, call for details

Intake Procedure

- Call To Apply

Languages

English

Service Area

Madison County in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

LIHEAP: - Beginning October 1, elderly, age 60 years and older and/or disabled household member, who may also be disconnected or under imminent threat to be disconnected from their gas service may apply for assistance - Beginning November 1, households with children under the age of six years and households who are disconnected or have a disconnected notice from their gas service may apply for assistance - General public can apply for assistance starting December 1 through May 31, or until funds are depleted whichever comes first

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

Required Documents

Proof of income from all household members for the past 30 days - Proof of most recent energy bill(s) - Proof of Social Security number(s) for all household members

Eligibility

Home energy assistance payments made to eligible households are approved on a one-time basis - Income guidelines exist, call for details

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

- Call to schedule an appointment at (618) 296-6485 - Applications are processed on a first-come, first-serve basis

Languages

- English - Spanish

Service Area

Madison County in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

LIHEAP: - Beginning October 1, elderly, age 60 years and older and/or disabled household member, who may also be disconnected from their utilities or under imminent threat of losing their heating source from propane/wood may apply for assistance - Beginning November 1 households with children under the age of six years and households who are disconnected from their utilities and under imminent threat of losing their heating source from propane/wood may apply for assistance - General public can apply for assistance starting December 1-May 31, or until funds are depleted whichever comes first

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

Required Documents

- Proof of income from all household members for the past 30 days - Proof of most recent energy bill(s) - Proof of Social Security number(s) for all household members

Eligibility

Home energy assistance payments made to eligible households are approved on a one-time basis - Income guidelines exist, call for details

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

- Call to schedule an appointment at (618) 296-6485 - Applications are processed on a first-come, first-serve basis

Languages

- English - Spanish

Service Area

Madison County in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

HOMEbuyer Program: Assists with down payment and closing costs in the form of a five-year forgivable loan.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

Required Documents

Call for details

Eligibility

Age 18 years and older

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call To Apply

Languages

English

Service Area

Madison County in Illinois

Geography Served

Special Notes/Funding

Not at this time.

Description

Identifies and removes lead-paint hazards within the home.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

Required Documents

- Social Security Cards for all household members - Proof of Income - Proof of Home Ownership

Eligibility

No Restrictions

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call (618) 692-7040 ext. 4383 for service

Languages

English

Service Area

Madison County in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

Economic Development: Provides coordinated economic development programs which includes labor market information. three enterprise zones, infrastructure loans to local governments, site/building location assistance, demographic and technical assistance to businesses and local governments.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

Required Documents

Program specific, call for details

Eligibility

Age 18 years and older

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call To Apply

Languages

English

Service Area

Madison County in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

Rental Assistance: Provides assistance with back rent payment assistance who are behind on rent and meet income eligibility requirements.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

Required Documents

Call For Details

Eligibility

- Must be behind on rent and/or is at risk of homelessness or housing instability - Income guidelines apply

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call the Madison County Referral Line for a referral at (618) 296-5300

Languages

English

Service Area

Madison County in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

Offering scholarships to low-income students planning to attend college next fall. Awards will be disbursed directly to the college in two $2,000 increments at the start of each semester.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

Required Documents

- Candidates entire household for those age 18 years must provide proof of gross income for the last 30 days, along with verification documents such as check stubs or printouts of income statements - Candidates are required to submit a copy of college transcripts, or if just entering college, high school transcripts - Candidates are required to submit a letter of recommendation from a high school or college official at the institution they are attending or will be attending. Letters of recommendation must be submitted on official letterhead - Candidates must submit a one-page essay describing themselves, their college plans, and career goals. The essays should communicate something that is not stated in the application, which sets apart their scholarship application from others - Previous scholarship recipients may apply for the scholarship again - Social Security Card - Photo ID - Call Amy with any questions at (618) 296-4382

Eligibility

- Scholarships will be awarded to low-income students who are or will be attending Lewis & Clark Community College, Southwestern Illinois College and Southern Illinois University Edwardsville - Selected students must meet income guidelines

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call To Apply at (618) 2926-6177

Languages

English

Service Area

Madison County in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

Economic Development: Provides coordinated economic development programs which includes low interest loans to businesses.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

Required Documents

Program specific, call for details

Eligibility

Age 18 years and older

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call To Apply

Languages

English

Service Area

Madison County in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

Rapid Re-Housing: Program assisting with housing needs for homeless individuals and families with children.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

Required Documents

Social Security Cards - Proof of Income - Birth Certificates - State ID - Driver's License

Eligibility

Priority to families with children who are meeting the requirements of the shelter and are referred by the shelters - Other families that are self-referred have to also meet criteria for the Transitional Housing Program, meeting criteria does not guarantee placement due to capacity limits

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call (618) 296-5300 to apply

Languages

English

Service Area

Madison County in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

Housing Weatherization: Insulating attics and sidewalls to a specified R factor, caulking, weather-stripping and addressing window problems and doors.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm

Required Documents

Social Security Cards for all household members - Proof of Income - Proof of Home Ownership - Proof of Renting

Eligibility

- Age 18 years and older - Homeowners/Renters - Individuals that are disabled - Households with children 5 years and under

Fees

Call For Details

Intake Procedure

Call To Apply at (618) 296-4389

Languages

- English - Spanish

Service Area

Madison County in Illinois

Geography Served