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Oct 20, 2020 | News

FSC Program Flyer

Emergency Assistance   One-time payment toward either security deposit, first month’s rent, or late rent for families facing impending homelessness or are in a homeless situation. Payments may only be received once every 12 months. Eligibility reviewed at intake. Must be WI resident w/dependent children To apply go to https://access.wisconsin.gov/access/ or call 800.771.8420.

 

Wisconsin Works (W2 Program)   Helps parents support their family while they prepare for work or apply for Social Security. One-on-one case management, job skills training, education, financial assistance, connection to employment opportunities and supportive services available for eligible parents. To apply go to https://access.wisconsin.gov/access/ or call 855.733.1311.

 

Food Share Employment and Training (FSET)   Job-based program open to eligible adults receiving Food Share benefits. Can help recipients find and keep a good job. One-on-one case management, job skills training, connection to employment opportunities, and supportive services available. For more information call, 715.504.0080

 

Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act (WIOA)  If you are 30 or younger and seeking training for careers in high-demand industries WIOA can help with find your career path. Financial assistance and vocational planning available. For more information, call Oconto: 920.246.9019, Marinette: 715-732-7847.

 

Job Access Loan (JAL)   Short-term, interest-free loan program to help eligible parents with expenses related to getting or keeping a job. Interest-free loan to help purchase a car to get to and from work, driver license fees, or work clothing and uniforms. To apply go to https://access.wisconsin.gov/access/ or call 715.504.0077 for more information.

 

Wisconsin Employment Transportation Assistance Fund (WETAP) Interest-free loan to help eligible adults with vehicle purchase or repair expenses. Call 920-292-1336 for information on how to apply.

 

 

FORWARD SERVICES CORPORATION –

1926 Hall Ave, CO26, Marinette, WI 54143

1122 Main St Suite A Oconto, WI 54153

Thank You, Stephenson National Bank and Trust

Oct 19, 2020 | News

Thank you for your support of our community, Stephenson National Bank!  Rainbow House has received $5,000 to provide emergency shelter to survivors of domestic violence and their children.

Pictured from right to left Elisa Rollo, Senior Vice President and Chief Retail Officer, Stephenson National Bank and Jessica Honish, Rainbow House Lead Advocate

 

Thank you, Green Bay Packers Foundation

Sep 28, 2020 | News

$3,000 in Survivor Emergency Funding was funded in part by a grant from the Green Bay Packers Foundation.  #PackersGiveBack

Thank you for your support of our mission!

 

COVID-19 and Domestic Violence Bulletin

Aug 7, 2020 | News

For people dealing with domestic violence, home is not a safe place. Mandates to quarantine may keep you safe from a pandemic, but can be deadly when you live with an abusive partner. Domestic violence spikes during times of stress and economic hardship. Violence can be less predictable and more severe. The following PDF is a quick bulletin with tips on how to best handle a domestic violence situation during this time.

COVID 19 Bulletin for Rainbow House

Thank You M&M Area Community Foundation!

Jun 17, 2020 | News

Rainbow House Domestic Abuse Services is pleased to announce receiving a $5,000 grant from the Community-Wide Endowment held at the M&M Area Community Foundation. The award will be put towards our Survivor Emergency Fund to help survivors of domestic violence have access to resources and services to create a sense of security, and empowerment in their lives.