CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW) – Clarksville Area Urban Ministries will be providing food and other assistance in a safe manner beginning on Tuesday, March 17.
Drive-Up Food Distribution
Urban Ministries will be closed to the public on Monday, March 16 to prepare for its upcoming special operations, which begin on Tuesday, March 17.
On Tuesday, from 9:00am until 1:00pm, or while supplies last, a limited number of food bags will be distributed in the Commerce Street parking lot of Madison Street United Methodist Church.
This will be a drive thru distribution, so those seeking help will not have to leave their vehicles to receive food.
Participants must provide a photo ID and proof of residency for Clarksville-Montgomery County, such as a piece of mail that shows their home address.
A second drive thru distribution will take place on Friday, March 20 at the same location from 3:00 pm until 7:00 pm, or while supplies last. The same requirements apply for proof of identity and residency.
Urban Ministries asks that only people in true need take advantage of the assistance. The goal is to provide support for those in the greatest need.
Utility Bill and Prescription Medication Assistance
Utility bill payment and prescription medication assistance will be available by appointment only. To schedule an appointment call (931) 648-9090. Once an appointment is scheduled, applicants must bring the following to the appointment to receive utility bill assistance:
• Photo ID for the applicant
• Social Security cards for every member of the household
• Proof of income for the past 4-8 weeks for all members of the household over the age of 18
• Your original bill and cut-off notice
• Hard copy documentation of regular monthly bills like rent/mortgage, other utilities, phone bills, etc.
• All applicants are subject to income guidelines
For details on prescription medication assistance call 931-648-9090 for details.