ALICE Emergency Fund | United Way of Central Illinois
United Way of Central Illinois
Location Name
United Way of Central Illinois
1999 Wabash Avenue, Suite 107, Springfield, IL 62704
Eligibility
Open to individuals living in Menard or Sangamon County, must be currently employed or temporarily unemployed (due to no fault of the individual), cannot be receiving help for mortgage or rent from other government, faith-based, or nonprofit organizations, experienced a significant financial hardship that has resulted in an increase in expenses, must meet income guidelines
Required documents
Upon request
(217) 803-5235
Voice·
Main Phone
Websitehttps://www.uwcil.org
Email[email protected]
Application process
Call the Housing Helpline to go through the pre-screening process
Fees
None
Service area
Sangamon County, IL
Menard County, IL
Provides one-time emergency financial assistance up to $1,500 to families who have recently faced a significant financial setback. The fund is designed to help cover urgent needs such as rent or mortgage payments to avoid eviction, car repairs so a parent can get to work, or childcare costs, so employment is not lost.
All payments go directly to vendors such as verified landlords, repair shops, and childcare providers.
Last assured
04/17/2026
Providing organization
United Way of Central Illinois
Raises funds through annual campaigning, special events, and grants to improve lives and build a stronger community.