Request Assistance

We believe in providing a hand up and not a hand out

, empowering individuals in Louisville’s

most vulnerable communities toward financial security and fulfilling lives.

Our Assistance Program

How We Help

A Hand Up primarily helps working individuals who are striving to make ends meet and build a stable future.

We offer support for a wide range of situations, such as emergency financial needs, utilities, food, car repairs, transportation assistance.

To request assistance, please complete our full application form directly on this page. Once your application is submitted, our team will review it to determine how A Hand Up can best assist you.

Application for Assistance

Are you in need of assistance? Please fill out the form to help us determine your eligibility. Any information you provide will be held confidentially and will not be used for any other purposes other than assessment for our resources.

Personal Info

First Name

Last Name

Age

Mailing Address

Street Address

City

State

Zip Code

Contact Info

Phone Number

Email Address

Financial Info

Monthly Income

Family Size

Are you a veteran?

Yes No

Personal Income Source (subject to verfication)

Employment Government (SSI, Unemployment, SNAP (cash and food benefits) and Disability.) Self-employment Other

Total Household Monthly Income (including all residence of your home)

Other Information

Briefly describe your need

Is there anything else you believe we should know about your circumstances?

Please be advised that completing this questionnaire does not guarantee assistance. If you have any questions, please contact us and someone with our team will get back to you in 1–3 business days.