Union County Baptist Association

Crisis Ministry Network

of the Union County Baptist Association

Purpose: A cooperative ministry of the churches of the Union County Baptist Association to assist residents of Union County with resources to help in times of crisis; doing so in the love of Jesus Christ.

Requirements to Apply for Assistance

• Be a bonafide resident of Union County.
• A current SC Driver's License or Personal ID card showing your current address in Union County.
• Bring most recent past-due power bill- you WILL NOT qualify for an appointment without one.
• Bring proof of ongoing or most recent employment (check stub).
• Bring copies of all household income (unemployment, disability, rent assistance, food stamps, etc.)
• Bring copies of rent agreement, if applicable.

Assistance Given and Necessary Documentation

• POWER BILLS - We will assist with only PAST DUE bills.  Must have the ORIGINAL bill. No copies will be accepted.  The name and address on the bill MUST match the name & address of the person's ID requesting assistance.

• RENT ASSISTANCE - You must have a written statement from your landlord stating your name, address, the amount of rent you pay per month, and the amount you are behind.  The statement must also have the landlord's name, address, and phone number

• FOOD - A list of all active food banks in Union County will be provided upon request

Frequency of Assistance

• POWER BILLS - One time per year
• RENT ASSISTANCE - One time per year
• NO ONE CAN BE ASSISTED FOR ANY REASON MORE THAN SIX TIMES IN THEIR LIFETIME.

HOURS OF OPERATION

     We assist people ONLY on the following days and times:

     Wednesday - 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM