COVID-19 Assistance

We know that people are feeling the impact of recent events. Couleecap is working to help people with their emerging needs. Please see our current resources below.

Wisconsin Rental Assistance Program (W.R.A.P.)

The Wisconsin Rental Assistance Program, or W.R.A.P., recently announced by Governor Tony Evers, offers eligible households up to $3,000 in rental payment and/or security deposits. Applicants must be an adult Wisconsin resident with a household income at or below 80% of the county median income in the month of or prior to the application date. Payments will be paid directly to the landlord on behalf of the tenant. To learn how to apply, click here.

If You Need Bill Payment Assistance

The COVID-19 Financial Assistance Program supports workers at risk of falling behind on critical bills because of unemployment or significant loss of work due to the COVID-19 emergency. Assistance may be given for mortgage, car payments, prescription or healthcare costs, utility bills and other important expenses. Please expand the boxes below for the program eligibility and how to apply.

Eligibility Requirements

Proof of lost or reduced employment due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The household was previously low-to-moderate income or presumed to be low-to-moderate income.
Pre-event income will be based on 250% of the federal poverty level. See Financial Eligibility Section.
Must be a resident of Crawford, La Crosse, Monroe, or Vernon counties.

Financial Eligibility - pre-event income at or below 250% of the Federal Poverty Level

Size of Family	250% of the Federal Poverty Level
1	$31,900
2	$43,100
3	$54,300
4	$65,500
5	$76,700
6	$87,900
7	$99,100
8	$100,300

Service ARea

Funding is currently available for Crawford, La Crosse, Monroe, and Vernon County residents.

Application

Application for Critical Bill Pay COVID 19 Financial Assistance Program

* Indicates required field

Name *

First

Last

Address *

Line 1

Line 2

City

State

Zip Code

Country

Phone Number *

DATE OF BIRTH *

Email *

Size of Household *

Which County do you live in? *

1. Reason for Needing Assistance *

3. What is/was your hourly wage? *

5. How many hours were you working? *

7. Have you filed for unemployment? *

If yes, when will it begin? *

2. Date of loss of work/wages? *

4. Are you tipped? *

If yes, approximate average weekly tips? *

6. How many hours do you currently work? *

8. What do you need the most help paying right now? *

Amount of bill *

List Other: *

Documents needed for assistance (as applicable)

Copy of pay statement (one from before and one from after the loss of hours, if available).
Proof of loss of job or lay off notice - letter/notice from employer with the loss of hours or termination.
Copy of bill needing to be paid. (Examples rent, utilities, phone, car payment). Note: if you are requesting assistance with medical bills or prescription costs, do not send documentation. Our staff will followup with you as needed.

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9. Have you received assistance from another agency? *

If yes, what agency and what assistance? *

10. If you have a spouse, significant other or other household member that is still working what is their approximate yearly income? *

Optional demographic questions for reporting purposes. This information will not be used to determine your eligibility for the assistance.

11. Ethnicity *

12. Race *

13. Marital Status *

14. Household Status *

15. Military Status *

Submit

Contact

Please complete the application in order to receive assistance through this program. If you have any additional questions, please contact Sara at 608-632-6512 or Sara.Berger@couleecap.org.

If You Need Food Assistance

We are offering expanded food pantry hours at our Sparta and Prairie du Chien food pantries to assist people struggling with food insecurity during coronavirus emergency.

What to Bring when you visit

Bring an I.D. (does not have to be a photo i.d.).
Bring a piece of mail with your address on it.

Locations and Hours

Monroe County Food Pantry
217 N. Black River Street, Sparta

Hours: 10-3 PM
Monday-Friday

Crawford County Food Pantry
200 E. Blackhawk Street, Prairie du Chien

Hours: 10-3 PM
Monday-Friday

contact

Monroe County
Contact: Stephanie Rahr
Ph: 608.424.4187

Crawford County
Contact: Jann Sturmer
Ph: 608.326.2463

Make a Donation

Click here for a link to our most needed items.

Make a financial donation.

If You Need Small Business Assistance

La Crosse County Small Business

The Launch La Crosse Small Business Recovery Fund will provide grants up to $5,000 to small, locally owned retail, restaurant, or personal service storefront businesses with 1-20 employees located in central commercial districts within La Crosse County. The grant period is rolling, meaning applications will be reviewed as they are received. Awards will be made each week as long as funds are available. Learn more.

Vernon, Crawford and Monroe County Small Business

Couleecap is making USDA revolving loan funds available to businesses in rural parts of its service area for businesses who have been adversely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Businesses who have suffered severe economic injury as a result of being forced to close or operate at an extremely reduced capacity due to preventative measures put in place by Governor Evers’ recent “Safer at Home Order” or previous directives will be given precedence. These funds can be used to finance payroll (including paid sick time for employees), fixed expenses, or provide equity to businesses leveraging other relief resources. Businesses who have been forced to close and/or lay off or reduce the salary of employees will have options to take advantage of zero interest and deferred payments. Learn more.

If You Need Energy Assistance

To apply for Wisconsin's Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP) fuel assistance in your county, call for an appointment between October 1st and May 15th to receive a regular benefit. Applications can be accepted year round.

Crawford county

Contact: 608.326.0248

La Crosse County

Contact: 608.785.5582

Monroe County

Contact: 608.487.9356

Vernon County

Contact: 608.637.5210

If You Need Other Assistance

Click on the link below to see Couleecap's other programs and services.

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