Sometimes life can take unexpected turns, which is why the Grace Assistance Program (GAP) is here to help!
Documents needed for Utility Assistance & Food:
Photo ID (anyone over 18 in the household), social security cards (all household members), copy of lease or mortgage statement, proof of income or no income statement, and expenses.
FOOD – Our food pantry is open each day from 8 am – 12 noon to meet the daily needs of those individuals/families suffering from food insecurity. Families may get a food box every 30 days. You must be a resident of Montgomery County or live on Fort Campbell Army Post.
CLOTHING – We stock seasonally appropriate attire in our “Clothes Closet”. Individuals may select from up to six items each day.
UTILITIES ASSISTANCE – We can help pay the remaining $100 of a Utility Bill once within a 12 month period. We cannot assist if you have been disconnected. We are currently out of funds for CDE Lightband and Clarksville Gas and Water. We can still assist clients of County Utilities.
PRESCRIPTION ASSISTANCE – Upon prescription validation (controlled substances excluded including pain medicine). Prescriptions must be filled at Andy’s Pharmacy located at 801 N 2nd Street, 931-802-5386, before you come to the office. You will need to call the office to get a list of documents needed prior to coming in to receive assistance.
Emergency Assistance Available
Utility bills (except pre-paid accounts)
Food (every 30 days)
Prescription Vouchers for medications
Personal hygiene items
Clothing and footwear for all ages
Local Bus Passes
If you are in need of assistance, we strive to provide resources quickly and efficiently. The below information is necessary to bring with you when you visit our offices. We need all documentation each time aid is requested. Please bring all of the following that applies to you:
Proof of Identity:
Proof of Social Security Numbers for everyone in the household
Valid Photo ID for the person receiving assistance (CANNOT BE EXPIRED, MUST BE VALID)
Proof of Household GROSS Monthly Income ( for all members of the household over the age of 18):
*GROSS monthly income is the amount of income before any withholdings for taxes, insurance, retirement contributions, etc.
If paid weekly, provide last (8) pay stubs
If paid bi-weekly, provide last (4) pay stubs
For SSI/SSD provide current Social Security Award
Most recent LES
Veteran’s Disability Award Letter
Signed letter from anyone outside of the household who provides financial support
Proof of child support and/or alimony received
Proof of all expenses (must be in the person requesting assistance or the spouse of the person requesting assistance’s name):
Cell phone
Child support
Medical
Insurance
Rent or mortgage
Utility bills
Original AND Cut-off Notice if applying for utility assistance
Any other fixed monthly bill
Income Limits for Utility Bill Assistance
To receive assistance with a utility bill, monthly gross income cannot exceed the following amounts:
Size of Household Income Limit
1 …………………………………………. $1,238-$3,292
2 …………………………………………. $1,526-$3763
3 …………………………………………. $1,919-$4,233
4 …………………………………………. $2,313-$4,700
5 …………………………………………. $2,706-$5,079
6 …………………………………………. $3,099-$5,454
7 …………………………………………. $3,493-$5,829
8 …………………………………………. $3,879-$6,204
For each additional family member over 8, add $450
