Madison County Urban League Alton Office
Address
408 East Broadway
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 463-1906
AKA:
MCUL
Description:
To empower African Americans and others throughout the region in securing economic self-reliance, social equality and civil rights. The Urban League will be the catalyst for this change through advocacy, coalition building, program services and by promoting communication and understanding among different races and cultures. Services include Homelessness Prevention Programs, Rapid Re-Housing Programs, Homebuyer/Home Purchase Counseling, Rent Payment Assistance, Electric Service Payment Assistance, Heating Fuel Payment Assistance, Job Interview Training, Resume Preparation Assistance and Job Finding Assistance.
ALSO KNOWN AS
MADISON COUNTY URBAN LEAGUE, INC.
MCUL
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Is Shelter?
No
Related Resource
Date of Official Change:
December 14, 2023
Employer ID:
371028276
Address Listings
Physical (Primary)
408 East Broadway
Alton, IL 62002
P.O. Box
PO Box 876
Alton, IL 62002
Contacts
Brenda Walker McCain
Phone Numbers
Main
(618) 463-1906
Fax
(618) 463-9021
Legal Status:
Non-Profit
Services
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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. - The Summer Assistance Program: Accepting applications for electric service assistance for the summer.
Hours
- Mon-Thu - 8:00am to 4:00pm - Closed for lunch 12:00pm (noon) to 1:00pm
Required Documents
- The Summer Assistance Program: - Certification Letter from Doctor Documenting Disability - dated within 90 days, stating that the medical condition would be aggravated by extreme heat - Letter of Determination from the Social Security Administration documenting a pending determination case at the Social Security Administration
Eligibility
- LIHEAP: - Income Guidelines Apply - Households at or below 150% of the federal poverty income level based on the household's gross income for 30 days prior to application date - Call For Details - The Summer Assistance Program: - Income Guidelines Apply - Must have at least one individual with a medical condition that can be improved by air conditioning, such as asthma, emphysema, coronary disease and terminal illnesses - An individual age 60 years and older - At least one child age 5 years and under as of the date of application - At least one individual receiving Social Security Disability benefits or a pending determination case at the Social Security Administration - Current PIPP (Percentage of Income Payment Plan) participating households that are receiving PIPP benefits on their electric ARE NOT eligible for summer cooling assistance - Also households that received PIPP benefits anytime during the period of September 2013 through August 31, 2014 ARE NOT eligible for summer cooling assistance
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
None
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-Thu - 8:00am to 4:00pm - Closed for lunch 12:00pm (noon) to 1:00pm
Required Documents
- Proof of Income within the past 30 days - Utility Bill - Proof of Social Security number(s) for all household members
Eligibility
- Income Guidelines Apply - Call For Details
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
- Call To Schedule An Appointment - Applications are processed on a first-come, first-serve basis
Languages
English
Service Area
Cities of Alton, East Alton and Wood River in Illinois
Geography Served
None
Description
Housing Counseling: Offers housing counseling, budget and home purchase counseling to individuals wanting to purchase a home.
Hours
- Mon-Thu - 8:00am to 4:00pm - Closed for lunch 12:00pm (noon) to 1:00pm
Required Documents
- Photo ID - Social Security Card - Proof of Income - Utility Bills
Eligibility
No Restrictions
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Description
Homeless Prevention: Extensive case management services for individuals in threat of being homeless, services may include rent, gas, electric payment assistance, security deposit, placement in housing, overnight stay at hotels, etc.
Hours
- Mon-Thu - 8:00am to 4:00pm - Closed for lunch 12:00pm (noon) to 1:00pm
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
Individuals who are or at risk of becoming homeless
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call Or Come In Person To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Description
Maintains a job bank with on-going employer contacts. Also, offers information on job fairs.
Hours
- Mon-Thu - 8:00am to 4:00pm - Closed for lunch 12:00pm (noon) to 1:00pm
Required Documents
No Documentation Required
Eligibility
No Restrictions
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Description
Provides job preparation assistance including mock interviews, application assistance and more.
Hours
- Mon-Thu - 8:00am to 4:00pm - Closed for lunch 12:00pm (noon) to 1:00pm
Required Documents
No Documentation Required
Eligibility
No Restrictions
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Description
Rapid Rehousing: Extensive case management services for homeless individuals. Services may include security deposit, first months rent, placement in housing, overnight stay at hotels, etc.
Hours
- Mon-Thu - 8:00am to 4:00pm - Closed for lunch 12:00pm (noon) to 1:00pm
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
Individuals who are homeless
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call Or Come In Person To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
None
Description
Provides assistance with first month rent or delinquent rent.
Hours
- Mon-Thu - 8:00am to 4:00pm - Closed for lunch 12:00pm (noon) to 1:00pm
Required Documents
- Photo ID for head of household - Social Security Cards for each household member - Proof of Residency - Proof of Delinquency (Eviction Notice)
Eligibility
- Income Guidelines Apply - Call For Details
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call (618) 296-5300 To Schedule An Appointment
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Description
Provides resume assistance to individuals in need.
Hours
- Mon-Thu - 8:00am to 4:00pm - Closed for lunch 12:00pm (noon) to 1:00pm
Required Documents
No Documentation Required
Eligibility
No Restrictions
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Description
Back to School Celebration: Venice Park and Recreation Center, 305 Broadway, Venice, Illinois, 62090. Provides 200 students with supplies/materials.
Hours
- Saturday, July 27, 2019 - 11:00am until supplies last - first come, first served - Registration begins at 10:00am
Required Documents
No Documentation Required
Eligibility
Parent or guardian must accompanied child for services
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Come In Person For Service
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison and Venice in Illinois
Geography Served
None
Description
Annual Turkey Giveaway
Hours
Saturday, November 20, 2021 - 10:00am at Alton Amphitheater located at 1 Riverfront Drive Alton IL 62002
Required Documents
No Documentation Required
Eligibility
No Restrictions
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
- First Come First Served - Drive Thru Pick Up
Languages
English
Service Area
Clinton, Greene, Jersey, Macoupin, Madison and St. Clair Counties in Illinois
Geography Served
None
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