Beloit Fresh Start – education and job training. Job placement, GED readiness, life skills classes, leadership development, community service
Fatherhood Initiative Program – job training and placement
Skills Enhancement Program – job training, assistance with obtaining higher paying jobs with healthcare benefits in demand occupations
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) program – job training, college readiness classes, training grants and transportation assistance.
Work ‘n Wheels Program – assistance with obtaining a vehicle
Transitional Living Program (TLP) – provides rent assistance and direct assistance, case management, employment workshops, educational support and life skills training.
Rapid Re-Housing – six months of rental assistance, case management, employment and budgeting assistance
The Merrill Housing Initiative – affordable housing
Shelter Plus Care Program – rental counseling and assistance, Assistance with accessing permanent housing through a rental subsidy. Also provides intensive case management
Lynn Jones, Interim Executive Director
Beloit Fresh Start:
valid state ID/school ID
Social Security Card
Birth certificate
other documentation may be required
Skills Enhancement Program:
income at or below %150 of the federal poverty level
must be employed at least 20hr/week
Work ‘n Wheels Program:
must pay upfront costs including tax, title, license and a 5% administrative fee
Please Note: These services may be provided directly or as guidance assistance by the shelter. Please contact the shelter to get more information.