Who is eligible for assistance?

We serve full-time employed individuals experiencing an unexpected, non-recurring financial hardship, subject to review and verification.

Can I receive assistance more than once?

No. Support is strictly limited to one-time assistance per qualifying hardship.

What types of needs are covered?

We assist with essential, stability-related expenses such as emergency vehicle repairs, rent or deposits, and utility crises.

Why don’t you provide cash assistance?

We use a direct-to-vendor model to ensure funds are used exclusively for essential needs such as housing, transportation, or utilities, with full transparency and accountability.

How quickly are decisions made?

Processing time varies based on case complexity, but all applications are reviewed as efficiently as possible once documentation is complete.

Crisis Relief | Give 'Em A Break Foundation

Our support is reserved for those who are employed full-time and face an unpredictable crisis. We do not assist with recurring or self-inflicted circumstances. Each applicant undergoes a thorough financial interview to confirm employment, assess the nature of the hardship, and ensure the need is truly unexpected. We require proof of income and a plan for how the applicant will regain stability. Assistance is strictly one-time; we do not allow repeat applications. For example, we might help a family whose only car broke down, but we would not provide relief for foreseeable expenses like annual childcare during school breaks. Our focus is on individuals who are working hard yet lack the emergency savings to weather a sudden setback. This disciplined approach keeps our mission focused and maximizes our impact across Maricopa County, Apache County, and the greater Phoenix area.

Who is eligible for assistance?
We serve full-time employed individuals experiencing an unexpected, non-recurring financial hardship, subject to review and verification.
Can I receive assistance more than once?
No. Support is strictly limited to one-time assistance per qualifying hardship.
What types of needs are covered?
We assist with essential, stability-related expenses such as emergency vehicle repairs, rent or deposits, and utility crises.
Why don’t you provide cash assistance?
We use a direct-to-vendor model to ensure funds are used exclusively for essential needs such as housing, transportation, or utilities, with full transparency and accountability.
How quickly are decisions made?
Processing time varies based on case complexity, but all applications are reviewed as efficiently as possible once documentation is complete.