Henderson County assistance programs

Get rent help and assistance with utility bills
The Interfaith Assistance Ministry (IAM) has helped almost 400 people with paying rent and utility bills just during the first half of 2009. They have distributed tens of thousands of dollars in aid to Henderson County residents and in particular those who live in Hendersonville North Carolina. They will assist people of all faiths and religions.

IAM has criteria for people to meet before they receive aid. The organization uses a thorough, detailed screening process to determine whether applicants meet the income requirements and other criteria for aid, and families and individuals can even be referred to other charities or agencies that do not use such an exacting process as IAM.

Food assistance programs
In addition to the program above, there are a number of local food pantries in the Henderson area that provide assistance to those in need, such as Fishes and Loaves at Etowah First United Methodist Church, Angel Food Ministries, and the Storehouse.