COVID-19 Resources

Food Insecurity

USA Government
Federal Food Assistance Program

SC Government/WIC DHEC
Beginning 4/13, WIC participants will no longer be required to visit WIC clinics. Appointments and the issuance of nutritional services will instead be made over-the-phone. To apply for WIC, call 1-855-472-3432 to make an appointment.

SC Government
For individuals to apply for SNAP and TANF benefits. Some families to receive extra SNAP benefits. This benefit will be for March and April 2020. The highest monthly SNAP amount allowed for your family size. This will go directly onto EBT cards; no need to ask DSS to do this. SNAP households who are due to recertify in April or May 2020 will not need to do so. DSS will not be mailing out recertification paperwork for these months. TANF work conditions will also not be required during this time period.

United Way - Greenwood
Local programs in Greenwood & Abbeville counties. The Greenwood Soup Kitchen is giving out bagged lunches M-Sat from 11-12

Greenwood Food Bank
Beginning April 14, the Food Bank will be operating a Drive-Thru service, Tuesdays-Thursdays from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Meet us in the downhill parking lot that is located right beside our building on 222 East Avenue, you will see the Food Bank truck in the parking lot. ONLY 1 family per car, this will help make this drive thru system quick and efficient. Each client must have their ID card in hand to be serviced. Again, please note that only 1 family per car will be served. If you have any questions do not hesitate to call them at 864-227-1556, press 1.

Greenwood United Ministry
Emergency food pantry M-W 9-12

Salvation Army
Greenwood - Food requests M-Th 9-12 & 1-4 (Back door only)

Community Initiatives
Bagged Food Assistance

Additional Federal Programs
More information about Federal Programs offering assistance

Crossroads Pregnancy Center
Assistance with formula and diapers. Distribution once a month.

Additional SC Programs
SC assistance programs

United Way - SC
United Way statewide programs

SC Appleseed Legal Justice Center
Legal information on food programs

Housing & Utility Costs

SC State - DSS
Mortgage Assistance Programs in SC

Greater Greenwood Ministry
Rental Eviction and Utility Disconnection

Salvation Army - Greenwood
Financial Assistance. Individual Meetings. Hours Mon-Thurs 9-12 & 1-4 (Back Door)

995 Hope
Assistance program

Utilities
South Carolina has ordered disconnection suspensions for utilities and cell phone service. Late fees may be waived. Bills will still need to be to paid at a later date. Bills will continue to accrue. Best to contact the individual utility company to arrange payment plan and inquire about late fees.

Unemployment Benefits

How to file for Unemployment

SC Appleseed Legal Justice Center
Legal resources.

Taxes

Federal Income Taxes payment delayed until 7/15/20

SC Income Taxes payment delayed until 7/15/20

Status of SC Income Tax Refund Checks

Student Loans

Federal Government
Information about student loan payment suspension 3/13/20 - 12/31/20.

SC Income Taxes payment delayed until 7/15/20

Status of SC Income Tax Refund Checks

Anxiety

Anxiety and Depression Association of America

Psychology Today
How to stay mentally strong during a crisis

One Moment Mediation

7 Cups
Online therapy & free counseling, someone to talk 24/7

Federal Government
Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Association

Childcare

United Way
United Way - Local programs in Greenwood & Abbeville counties.

Other

Medications
Free information on medication and healthcare costs savings programs including prescription assistance programs and medical and dental

Public Health
Local public health clinics in SC.

Vet Care
Low cost services at various Tractor Supply locations.