Decatur Cooperative Ministry - Project Take Charge

Project Take Charge is a homelessness prevention program that provides emergency assistance with rent, mortgage, utilities, and food, as well as case management and financial education. The program serves DeKalb County residents who are in danger of eviction, foreclosure, or disconnection of utility service. It also provides food through a food pantry and operates two food cooperatives to offer permanent food security to selected low-income households. Project Take Charge is unique because it strives not only to address the immediate crisis but also to provide the knowledge and skills needed to help participants achieve long-term financial stability. Participants who receive financial assistance attend a three-part financial management class, which is designed to provide emotional support as well as better money management skills. The class discusses budgeting, coping with financial stress, reducing expenses and debt, and setting realistic financial goals.

Rent, Mortgage, Utilities, and Food Assistance