JCPS REFERRAL

The United Community Basic Needs pilot is a partnership between Jefferson County Public Schools, Metro United Way, and the Association of Community Ministries designed to help stabilize students and families experiencing an urgent financial crisis. When basic needs like housing, utilities, food, or transportation are at risk, the program provides a streamlined referral pathway to trusted community ministries that can deliver timely emergency assistance. By addressing immediate household instability, the pilot aims to reduce disruptions to student attendance, engagement, and overall well-being supporting schools in keeping students connected, supported, and ready to learn.

Eligibility: 
A family may be referred if:
  • The household has at least one student attending a participating JCPS school
  • The household is experiencing an urgent financial crisis
  • The family can provide required documentation (income, residence, and need)
  • Household income is at or below 250% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL)
  • Families who participated in last year’s pilot may reapply, as long as they meet eligibility criteria.
Need Support? 
If you have any questions regarding a referral, support provided, etc. please reach out to ACM project Coordinator Mark Steiner at (502) 645-6652 or acmlouisvilleky@gmail.com.
Other questions? Please reach out to Sr. Manager of Basic Needs, Mary Luke Noonan, at maryluke.noonan@metrounitedway.org.
Complete the form below to submit a referral

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(when prompted in the referral form)

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