ECHO, Emergency Resources Program

AKA:

Emergency Care Help Organization

Description:

*SEE SEPARATE LISTING FOR HOUSING RENT ASSISTANCE

*Daily assistance on a first come, first serve basis, resources include perishable and non-perishable groceries, professional clothing, toiletries, baby and adult diapers, infant/baby formula, kitchen wares and cleaning supplies/chemicals, and seasonal items such as blankets, heaters and fans; Item availability may vary as inventory is determined by donations from the community
*Financial assessments and budgeting counseling; has "Getting Ahead" classes (call main number, ext 206 for application)
*Furniture Bank of Tallahassee: Due to high demand and limited Tallahassee resources, This program is ONLY for formerly homeless individuals, families or veterans who are moving out of homelessness into transitional or permanent housing. The only other persons who might qualify are victims of fire, flood or other natural disaster.
*For persons who want to DONATE furniture, free pick up is available

Intake Process:

Come in to fill out an application, state ID required

Program Fees:

None

Languages:

English

Eligibility:

Persons with low income, homeless or experiencing an emergency

Is Shelter?

No

Related Resource

Date of Official Change:

September 12, 2023

Volunteer Opportunities:

Call Office