UP Programs Overview
Our UP Programs were developed to address a few of the many barriers to permanent housing that our program participants and those who call our program seeking assistance have told us about. We created these programs as a response to those needs. Each part was made to alleviate a specific challenge for families experiencing or on the brink of homelessness and are provided in conjunction with area service providers and other community partners. Ideally, families that participate can avoid homelessness altogether. Read more below to learn how each program works.
In 2024, we helped 112 children stay in their homes and avoid homelessness through these programs!
Heads UP – a mental health program offering free temporary counseling and family-based therapy to families on the brink or already experiencing homelessness provided by Grace & Hope Consulting, LLC.
Catch UP – a prevention program offering funding for up to one month back rent or utilities. These funds are available to ensure families do not lose permanent housing. Participants must also complete financial literacy and tenant education classes. Participants are provided with 6-12 months of case management/mentoring to ensure they continue their path to stability.
“I did all this in 2 years; I can’t wait to see what I can do in the next 5.”
Wheels UP – a transportation program offering funding for vehicle-related expenses (e.g. car repair/maintenance, vehicle purchase, etc.). The goal of this program is to help families keep or gain employment through consistent transportation. Participants must also complete financial literacy classes. Participants are provided with 6-12 months of case management to ensure they continue their path to stability.
Grow UP – a pilot program providing gap coverage funding for childcare expenses (co-pays that Child Care Network does not cover). As funding is available, we hope to continue expanding this program to more partners.
UP Program Pre-Applications listed below
Clients can only sign up for ONE program — either Catch UP or Wheels UP, but not both.
Please choose the program that best fits your needs. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out!
Catch UP Pre-Application – Applications are accepted starting on the 15th of each month for a 48-hour window. If someone submits a pre-application outside of that time frame, it will automatically be denied.
Wheels UP Pre-Application – Applications are accepted starting the 1st of each month until funding has been depleted.