First Presbyterian Church of Salida offers compassionate, non-religious emergency financial assistance for individuals and families facing urgent, essential needs. Through its SOS (Saints of Salida) Emergency Fund, volunteers meet weekly with clients—by appointment—to review applications and provide support for housing stability, transportation, medical needs, and other one-time crises. Assistance is provided confidentially and with dignity, and all funds are paid directly to service providers to ensure timely, effective help. The program welcomes everyone in the community and is designed to stabilize residents experiencing immediate financial hardship.
Emergency Financial Assistance (SOS – Saints of Salida Emergency Fund)
Available for urgent, one-time needs such as:
- Rent or housing support
- Overnight lodging
- Prescription medications
- Food assistance
- Gasoline
- Bus tickets
- Vehicle repair
- Utilities
- Other emergency expenses
Program Requirements & Details
- Up to $300 per family annually
- By appointment only
- Clients must complete an application before an appointment is scheduled
- Appointments held Thursday afternoons with SOS volunteers
- Payments are made directly to providers, not to clients
- Everyone welcome
- No religious expectations or requirements
Contact
- Call the First Presbyterian Church office: 719-539-6422
- Ask for information about applications, eligibility, or scheduling
