Assistance Request
Need help for your family?
MHM can help!
If you live in Manatee or Sarasota County and have kids under 18 at home or are pregnant, you may qualify for help. Read below to find out what MHM offers.
How We Can Help
*Must reside in Sarasota or Manatee county and have a child(ren) under 18 or be pregnant.
A Free Store with Basic Items
Support Groups and Classes
Community Resources
CARES
Program
Not a current MHM client?
You can become one!
Make an appointment by clicking the button below. While you wait for your appointment, you can:
- Text “RESOURCES” to 941-953-7572
- Visit our General Resources guide
- Visit www.making-an-impact.org for a list of local services
Are you a current MHM client and need some additional help?
- Fill out our Assistance Request Form to access resources, receive a referral, or join our CARES Program to start building a better future. This CARES Program pairs you with a coach who will walk you through resource options and if you meet certain rules (see below) connect you with financial assistance.
- Text "RESOURCES" to 941-953-7572
- Visit our General Resources guide
- Visit www.making-an-impact.org.
Need Emergency Financial Help?
To be considered for our financial aid program, you must be an existing client AND meet ALL of the criteria below:
✅ Be a graduate of our CARES Program
✅ Be a client for at least 4 months and be active by shopping or attending a class in the last 2 years
✅ Have an emergency (such as illness or accident, sudden loss of reliable transportation, or sudden loss of income)
✅ Be able to show us a plan for how you’ll pay your bills in the future
Assistance may include financial support for rent, utility bills, essential car repairs, or other critical expenses necessary to help families avoid homelessness and regain stability.
*To avoid any delays, please complete the form in full. A member of the MHM support team will follow up with you as soon as possible. If you’ve already submitted a request, we kindly ask for your patience and encourage you to check your email—including your spam or junk folder—for updates.
