TUCSON, Ariz. (KVOA) – Non-profits and charitable organizations in Pima County can now apply for emergency funding, following a decision by the Pima County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday.
The Board voted 4-1 to allocate about $830,000 in rolled-over funds from the last fiscal year. These funds are intended to support food assistance, housing and utility support, transportation, legal services, and medical expenses. Eligible agencies can apply for funding between $25,000 and $75,000 starting Nov. 19, with applications due by 5 p.m. on Dec. 3.
Applications will be evaluated by the County’s Outside Agency Citizen Review Committee, focusing on urgency and readiness to use the funds. Recommendations will be presented to the Board on Dec. 16.
This funding is specifically for agencies already receiving County funds. The emergency funding process was developed in response to financial struggles faced by service providers due to the recent federal government shutdown, which continues to affect local agencies.
Information on how to apply can be found on Pima County’s Outside Agency Program page.
