What we can help with
Rent and eviction prevention
Back rent, late fees, and move-in deposits, in partnership with Season of Sharing and Shelter Inc.
Utilities
PG&E, water, and garbage bills that are past due or facing shut-off.
Food
Emergency groceries from our pantry and a free hot lunch every weekday.
Clothing and furniture
Store vouchers for our three thrift stores, including furniture delivery.
Medical and dental
Free clinics for uninsured adults, plus help with prescriptions.
Transportation
Bus passes, gas cards, and limited auto repair to keep a job.
Assistance is limited and depends on the funds each conference has available. We will always tell you what we can and cannot do, and refer you to other agencies when we cannot cover the full need.
How it works
1. Apply
Complete the online application in about 15 minutes. You can save and come back.
2. We match you
Your application goes to the conference serving your city or parish boundary.
3. Home visit or call
Two Vincentians meet with you, in your home or by phone, to understand the full picture.
4. Assistance
Approved help is paid directly to your landlord or utility, or issued as a store voucher.
What to have ready
- Photo ID for every adult in the household
- Proof of income for the last 30 days (or a statement if you have none)
- The bill, notice, or estimate you need help with
- Proof of address (lease, utility bill, or mail)
- Proof of the crisis — layoff notice, medical bill, or similar
- Signed release of information so we can coordinate with other agencies
Common questions
Other resources
211 Contra Costa
Call 211 or visit 211database.org for resource guides in English and Spanish.
Shelter Inc.
Rental and deposit assistance — shelterinc.org/get-help
Catholic Charities East Bay
(510) 768-3100 — cceb.org
PG&E assistance programs
CARE, FERA, REACH, and Medical Baseline programs
Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano
foodbankccs.org/find-food
Still not sure where to start? Call us at (925) 439-5060, Monday–Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm.