Financial Assistance

Shively Area Ministries offers financial assistance to clients who are struggling to meet their own basic needs.

How can help:

  • Maintain utilities such as gas, electric, water and other resources

  • Provide funds for housing, including assistance with rent or mortgage payments

  • Subsidize the cost of prescription drugs

  • Assist with transportation needs

Appointments are required to apply for financial assistance and may be made Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM until 12:30 PM. We are closed on Fridays.

Appointments are only made by calling the Intake Coordinator, at 502-447-4330, and following the phone prompts.

Applicants will need:

  • Proof of address in the Shively Area Ministries service area (40216 ZIP code)

  • A photo ID

  • Social Security cards of all members of your household

  • Depending upon the assistance needed, we also may require you to provide past due notice for utilities or housing, an eviction notice, a prescription or a current proof of income.