THE Community Action Program for Genesee County
Operating as usual
ATTENTION! City of Flint residents that have been affected by the Flint Water Crisis did you know that you may qualify for a FREE brand new water heater? GCCARD has limited funds remaining for our Water Heater Replacement Program. The brand new water heater will be installed at NO COST and the old water heater will be removed. You can be a homeowner or a renter.
Call today to see if you qualify.... 810-787-0199!
GCCARD's 29th Annual Walk For Warmth
Join us in 1 hour as we go live with our 29th Annual Walk for Warmth Event!
GCCARD will be closed, to the public, November 11, 2021 in observance of Veteran's Day!!
Look at what was grilled up for todays lunch at GCCARD's Senior Nutrition site! KEEPING CLIENTS HAPPY!!
GCCARD is super excited to hear that Gov. Whitmer has signed the FY 2022 Budget! “The budget fully funds Michigan Reconnect and Futures for Frontliners, providing direct support to help people get higher education or skills training as the state moves towards its Sixty by 30 goal of having 60% of working-age adults earn a postsecondary education or skills training by 2030. Futures for Frontliners will pay for frontline workers to attend local community college tuition-free.” GCCARD is happy to hear this much needed assistance will continue as we have employees that are currently enrolled in the program, gaining valuable skills that will help improve their quality of life!!
GCCARD is still distributing food boxes for The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) for the month of September. If you have a food emergency, please stop by our distribution site at 2727 Lippincott Blvd., Flint, MI, 48507 for assistance.
The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) Distribution for the month of September will begin two days early! Starting today, UNTIL IT IS GONE, we have frozen catfish included in the food boxes. Please come declare your food emergency and pick up your food box at 2727 Lippincott Blvd., Flint 48507.
If you will be in the area of Atherton Rd/S. Dort Hwy between noon-3 today, please keep an eye out for our Mobile Vaccine units. If you are in need of a COVID-19 vaccine they are being dispensed on-site, along with a lunch. Also, with a vaccine you are automatically entered a drawing to win great prizes!!!
We are possibly in your area!! Look for our Vehicles to receive vaccination and potentially win prizes!!
Keep an eye out for the Meet Up and Eat Up vehicle along with the Mobile Vaccine van for free vaccine and lunch!! If you receive a vaccine from the mobile unit, you are automatically entered into a drawing to win a prize!!
WEDNESDAY WEATHERIZATION TIP:
Use sunlight in occupied rooms instead of light switches, when possible, to save energy!
Genesee County GCCARD is in search of a Finance Director with experience in governmental operations. Interested, qualified candidates please apply at gc4me.com
Clients of the Commodities Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) are being recertified during the month of July. Prepare to complete your recertification form upon receiving your commodities distribution this month.
Be on the Lookout for free lunch and vaccines!!
GCCARD is currently accepting applications of qualified candidates for the position of Finance Director. Please use the link to apply:
https://www.appone.com/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=3765418&B_ID=44&fid=1&Adid=0&ssbgcolor=17143A&SearchScreenID=11290&CountryID=3&LanguageID=2
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES : Performs highly responsible and complex duties in the planning, development, implementation of financial policies and procedures and general financial administration and supervision of GCCARD Finance Department; Appointed by and works at the pleasure of the GCCARD Execu...
Look for our "Meet Up and Eat Up Vehicle along with Genesee Health Systems Mobile Unit!!
June is TEFAP month! GCCARD is distributing emergency food assistance through our drive-thru at 2727 Lippincott Blvd, to all who qualify!
Due to downed power lines, there will be no drive-thru TEFAP or CSFP distribution today at 2727 Lippincott Blvd. We will post if there are any changes.
ATTENTION: Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) seniors. GCCARD is currently recertifying all CSFP recipients. Please call 810-789-3746 to complete your annual certification and maintain your eligibility.
GCCARD is taking applications for the COVID Emergency Rental Assistance (CERA) Program. Eligible clients can receive up to 12 months assistance with rental arrearages. Also, within the same program, utility assistance is available to include electric, gas, water, sewer AND Internet Services.
Call 810-768-4675 to make an appointment to pick up an application, or for more information.
ATTENTION: Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) seniors. GCCARD is currently recertifying all CSFP recipients. Please call 810-789-3746 to complete your annual certification and maintain your eligibility.
Genesee County Community Action Resource Department received $12,085,085 in federal funds to help tenants facing pandemic-related hardships avoid eviction while also ensuring landlords can recoup owed rent through the COVID Emergency Rental Assistance (CERA) program.
Qualifying individuals can receive assistance for up to 12 months rental arrears and 3 months of projected rental assistance (Up to 15 months total). Qualifying households can also receive utility assistance for tenant supplied electricity, home heating, water, sewer and trash.
Eligible renters include households that have incomes less than 80% of Area Median Income (AMI) who meet the following conditions:
• Individual(s) in the household has qualified for unemployment benefits or has experienced a reduction in household income, incurred significant costs, or has experienced other financial hardship due directly or indirectly to the coronavirus outbreak; and
• Individual(s) in the household can demonstrate a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability evidenced by a past due utility or rent notice.
Applications can be picked up at GCCARD or printed online at: https://ceraapp.michigan.gov/.
Applications may be submitted in the following ways:
• In person via appointment only by calling (810) 768-4675
• Email to: [email protected]
Applicants may call GCCARD’s hotline at 810-768-4675 to begin the process if they do not have access to obtain the online application. All submissions must include the landlord and tenant applications along with all required documents. Those applications may be found here: https://www.michigan.gov/mshda/0,4641,7-141-5555-533463--,00.html
Frequently asked questions regarding CERA:https://www.michigan.gov/documents/mshda/CERA_FAQ_3.25.21_720404_7.pdf
Please complete this important survey to help determine the future of arts in our area. 🎨
Your responses will help determine the next several years of arts and cultural programming in Genesee County. The survey is 18 questions and should take 5-7 minutes to complete.
➡️ https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RD29QTT
Thank you in advance for your participation!
Please take the survey titled "Genesee County Arts Education and Cultural Enrichment Millage Public Survey". Your feedback is important!
Drop-in COVID-19 vaccinations available today and tomorrow, no appointment necessary!
GCCARD is still distributing drive-thru CSFP pick-up as well as site deliveries. Visit 2727 Lippincott Blvd, Mondays 9-noon and Tue-Thur 9-3:30 pm and stay in your vehicle. KEEP SAFE AND WELL!!
There is a NEW hassle-free way to schedule your COVID-19 vaccine appointment with the Genesee County Health Department! Visit https://www.gchd.us/vaccinescheduler/.ick and choose the date and time that works best for you.
Once you have scheduled an appointment, you will be able to reschedule or cancel as needed. You will receive either an email confirmation or text confirmation after scheduling is completed. New clinics will be added every Monday.
Pfizer is approved for use in those aged 16+ while Moderna is approved for 18+. If you are under 18, you must schedule your appointment at a Pfizer clinic.
Has COVID-19 impacted your ability to pay rent? Help is now available to eligible Genesee County renters!
The COVID Emergency Relief Assistance Program (CERA) can help eligible renters with rental and utility assistance. For more information, follow this link: https://www.michigan.gov/mshda/0,4641,7-141-5555-533463--,00.html?fbclid=IwAR1vSYkCY2EtdIaQWe4BHNliSE2GuZqxIfs8pUJc01FqQZJ2RUj5K7l230U
Genesee County Community Action Resource Department received $12,085,085 in federal funds to help tenants facing pandemic-related hardships avoid eviction while also ensuring landlords can recoup owed rent through the COVID Emergency Rental Assistance (CERA) program.
Qualifying individuals can receive assistance for up to 12 months rental arrears and 3 months of projected rental assistance (Up to 15 months total). Qualifying households can also receive utility assistance for tenant supplied electricity, home heating, water, sewer and trash.
Eligible renters include households that have incomes less than 80% of Area Median Income (AMI) who meet the following conditions:
• Individual(s) in the household has qualified for unemployment benefits or has experienced a reduction in household income, incurred significant costs, or has experienced other financial hardship due directly or indirectly to the coronavirus outbreak; and
• Individual(s) in the household can demonstrate a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability evidenced by a past due utility or rent notice.
Applications can be picked up at GCCARD or printed online at: https://ceraapp.michigan.gov/.
Applications may be submitted in the following ways:
• In person via appointment only by calling (810) 768-4675
• Email to: [email protected]
Applicants may call GCCARD’s hotline at 810-768-4675 to begin the process if they do not have access to obtain the online application. All submissions must include the landlord and tenant applications along with all required documents. Those applications may be found here: https://www.michigan.gov/mshda/0,4641,7-141-5555-533463--,00.html
Frequently asked questions regarding CERA:https://www.michigan.gov/documents/mshda/CERA_FAQ_3.25.21_720404_7.pdf
Today, for we are featuring Genesee County Community Action Resource Department (GCCARD).
GCCARD is a county department that operates a wide array of quality services for low-income individuals and families. Their goal is to help residents achieve greater economic self-sufficiency and stability.
GCCARD can assist residents with:
🏢 Rental and utility assistance
💼 Job training in order to find a permanent job
🏡 Seeking and finding of adequate housing if displaced
🏫 Head Start services for the young
🥗 Receiving of nutritional meals delivered on a daily basis
🔧 Receiving home improvement repairs when necessary
and so much more. Please reach out to their department at (810) 232-2185 if you or someone you know are experiencing any hardships.
MTA’s Rides to Wellness has partnered with the Genesee County Health Department to provide free rides to vaccine appointments.
Weatherization Wednesday Tip: Open curtains and blinds to allow the sun to warm your home as Spring temperatures warm up.
Only a few days left for The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) distribution. Stop by 2727 Lippincott Blvd. Monday through Thursday next week, beginning at 9:00 AM.
The Neighborhood Services Center provides a number of emergency services to low income families in Genesee County. The Center's staff assists residents to prevent utility shut-offs, eviction, and ultimately homelessness.
If you’re looking to support a great cause, the Genesee County Community Action Resource Department is accepting donations for the Annual Walk For Warmth Campaign.
Donations will help people experiencing utility shut-offs during the colder temperatures.
Donations can be made by visiting: https://payments.g2gcloud.com/GeneseeCounty/1101
Weatherization Tip: Don't forget to change the air filter in your homes to maximize the efficiency of your HVAC Unit.
601 N Saginaw St Ste 1B
Flint, MI
48502
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| Tuesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 5pm |
| Friday | 8am - 5pm |
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Free Food Distribution At GCCARD 2727 Lippincott Blvd. Flint - 9AM - 3PM Today, Wednesday And Thursday!
GCCARD Emergency Food Box Distribution Today and Tomorrow 9am -12 noon and 1pm - 3pm at 2727 Lippincott Blvd Flint
UM-Flint Student Veterans Resource Center
303 E Kearsley St, 131 University PavilionUM-Flint Chemistry and Biochemistry
Murchie Science Building, 303 E Kearsley StFlint Downtown Development Authority
502 Church StCommunity Foundation of Greater Flint
500 S Saginaw Street, Suite 200Flint & Genesee Economic Alliance PTAC
519 S Saginaw St, Ste 200League of Women Voters - Flint Area
P.O. Box 230Genesee County Friend of the Court
630 S. Saginaw Street, Suite 2500Genesee County Health Department
630 S Saginaw St Ste 4
Genesee County Road Commission
211 W Oakley St
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flint and Genesee
1176 Robert T. Longway Boulevard
Flint Area Convention and Visitors Bureau
502 Church St
City of Flint Office of the Ombudsperson
1101 S. Saginaw
Genesee County Friend of the Court
630 S. Saginaw Street, Suite 2500
Genesee Community Health Center
725 Mason Street