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Georgia Financial Assistance Programs

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Last Updated on August 1, 2026 by Pamela Lipscomb

If you’re in Georgia, and need financial assistance for rent, mortgages, utility bills, or housing, you’ve come to the right place. Discover various resources and programs designed to help low-income families and individuals. Find free food, essential items, and support services tailored to your needs.

Where Do I Get Financial Help in Georgia

There are assistance programs in Georgia that can help with rent, utilities, temporary housing, prescription meds, and more.  When you qualify financially and are a resident of Georgia you can find financial assistance programs to meet your needs.

Charities That Help Low-Income Families

The Salvation Army

Emergency Rent and Utility Help
The Salvation Army provides emergency assistance to individuals and families facing financial hardship. Local programs may offer help with rent, utilities, food, clothing, furniture, and other basic needs. Availability varies by location, so families should contact their local Salvation Army office to learn what assistance is currently offered.

Phone: 1-800-SAL-ARMY (1-800-725-2769)
Website: The Salvation Army

United Way 211

Find Local Assistance Programs
United Way’s 211 service helps people find local resources for rent assistance, utility bills, food programs, healthcare, transportation, and other essential needs. Instead of contacting many organizations separately, families can call 211 and get connected with available programs in their community.

Phone: Dial 211
Website: United Way 211

Catholic Charities

Emergency Financial Assistance
Catholic Charities agencies help individuals and families experiencing financial hardship. Depending on the local agency, assistance may include emergency help with rent, utilities, food, transportation, housing support, and other essential needs.

Phone: 703-549-1390 (National Office)
Find Local Help: Contact your local Catholic Charities agency for direct assistance.

Website: Catholic Charities USA

Feeding America

Food Assistance and Local Food Banks
Feeding America connects people with food banks and hunger-relief programs throughout the United States. Families can use the organization’s directory to find nearby food assistance programs and local food banks.

Phone: 1-800-771-2303
Website: Feeding America

St. Vincent de Paul Society

Help With Basic Needs
Local St. Vincent de Paul organizations assist neighbors experiencing financial difficulties. Programs vary by location but may include help with food, rent, utilities, clothing, transportation, and emergency household expenses.

Phone: Contact your local St. Vincent de Paul chapter
Website: Society of St. Vincent de Paul

Lutheran Social Services

Community Assistance Programs
Lutheran Social Services organizations provide support programs that may include food assistance, housing services, disaster relief, employment support, and help for families experiencing financial challenges.

Phone: Contact your local Lutheran Social Services office
Website: Lutheran Services in America

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Local Church Assistance in Georgia

Many faith-based organizations serve as an arm of the government and other social programs to screen and distribute funds to qualified families and individuals. These charities help deserving families with basic support to help maintain family stability.

Churches can also help with bills like rent, utilities, and food, and those with thrift stores can provide clothing and furniture to victims of disasters and other hardships.

Free and Discount Health Care

Everyone in Georgia should have access to some medical care, regardless of income or ability to pay. Many clinics serve disadvantaged families and individuals.  Always speak to the hospital’s financial department when you need help with bills.

There are also programs in local hospitals that offer sliding scale benefits based on a person’s income. These programs provide the ability to see a doctor as well as help with prescription drugs.  Clients can pay anything from a percentage of their hospital bills and medication to nothing at all.

Free and Low-Cost Dental Care

Dental care is expensive, and many people who work every day don’t have dental insurance.  You can receive care from a dental clinic in the state.  The only problem is there is often a long waiting list to be seen.  If you have an emergency like dental pain or need to have a tooth removed, you can get help more quickly.

Some dentists donate their time to help low-income families and individuals and charge a small fee to be seen.  (Free Dental Care) There are also traveling dental teams that go from state to state to treat clients for free. You can also receive help by going to a dental college in the state.  Georgia assistance programs help families maintain stability.

Social Services Emergency Assistance

You do not have to be receiving public assistance to get help with bills.  The Georgia DDS offers once a year of emergency help with rent and utilities.  You can also get help with emergency expedited SNAP benefits and referrals to community food banks and other charitable organizations.  So if you have an eviction notice or are about to lose your utilities, go to the Georgia Department of Social Services.

SNAP Benefits

Even if you do not qualify for TANF, you may be eligible for nutritional benefits through the SNAP – Georgia Food Stamp program.  They will provide food benefits each month to help you feed your family.  

A family, or household is considered a group of people living in one home.  To continue to receive help, you must provide proof of income, identification, and social security cards for all family members.  Periodic recertification is necessary to continue to receive SNAP benefits.   1-800-869-1150

 Get Help with Heating and Electricity

The energy assistance program  in Georgia gives help in the form of a yearly check to help with utility bills. Georgia financial assistance programs like the Energy Assistance Program help make sure disadvantaged families do not go without heat or electricity.  

The checks are usually sent the first month of January to qualified enrolled families.  Funding is limited, and priority is given to families with children first.  Utility checks range from $310 to $350 per eligible household.  You are not entitled to a check if your landlord pays utilities.    

If you are presently receiving help from the government, as your social worker, enroll you in the program or contact your local community action agencies near you.  For help in the Atlanta metro area:  toll-free at 1-877-423-4746 or 404-656-2323  or go online.  How to Apply.

After School Care Programs

The After school Care Program serves youth and their families when children are out of school.  This program helps low to moderate-income families and the foster care system.  

The program’s goal is to allow every child and youth to experience academic success and enhance well-being through positive youth development. Homework assistance, counseling, and educational tools are provided to the children.

Help with Childcare

CAPS or Childcare and Parent Services help low-income families with free or affordable childcare assistance.  Georgia serves 159 counties through the Department of Family and Childcare Services. If you are a resident of Georgia, you can apply and receive help when you qualify financially.

CAPS will subsidize your childcare payment directly to the caregiver. They serve families with children under the age of 13 and up to 18 for children with disabilities.  If approved, you can choose your own provider or daycare facility. Apply for assistance at COMPASS.

Rent Assistance and Section 8 Housing

Section 8 and rent assistance are just one of the Georgia financial assistance programs that help prevent homelessness. This program helps low-income families and individuals pay rent and works to find safe and affordable housing for families, persons with disabilities, and qualified veterans.

The program pays monthly rent and housing payments.  You qualify for rent assistance or Section 8 housing when your median household income is at or below 50%.  Types of Housing Assistance Programs supported are

 The Community Helping Place (CHP)

The Community Helping Place (CHP) is a 501(c)(3) located in Dahlonega, Georgia.  This outreach to the community provides services such as:

  • Free medical
  • Dental clinics
  • Summer feeding program for children,
  • Emergency financial assistance for rent, utilities, etc.

They also offer a food pantry, baby pantry, and referral services to other organizations for help.  These services are made possible by the generous donations of individuals, businesses, churches, and civic groups. All this is achieved through volunteers and donations from businesses, individuals, and church groups.  They also sponsor CHP White Christmas, a holiday assistance program as well.

The Community Helping Place
P.O. Box 712
Dahlonega, GA 30533
706-867-9621
CHPAssist@communityhelpingplace.org