Apply for Funding

this little light provides small direct grants to individuals and families experiencing difficult circumstances, particularly when other funding sources or support programs are unavailable. Our mission is to provide practical support to individuals and families whose needs are not being met through existing programs or services.

Submission of an application does not guarantee funding. Assistance is subject to available resources, eligibility requirements, and assessment criteria. this little light reserves the right to approve, decline, or partially fund any request at its sole discretion.

Due to limited funding, not all eligible applications can be approved.

What we may be able to help with

Most approved requests receive between $100 and $400 in practical support.

Depending on your situation, support may include:

• Groceries

• Gas or transportation

• Utility bills

• School expenses

• Children's essential needs

• Health and wellness supports

• Other practical needs related to your circumstances

Funding is limited, and not every application can be approved.

What we generally cannot fund

We usually cannot provide:

• Cash payments

• Ongoing income replacement

• Business expenses

• Large debts

• Expenses outside our funding guidelines

• Requests outside our service area

Before you apply

You will be asked to provide:

• Your contact information

• Proof that you live in our service area

• Information about your current financial situation

• Details about the support you're requesting

• Information about other resources you've already explored

• Supporting documents when appropriate

• Government-issued identification if needed to confirm eligibility

Having these ready may make the application process easier.