Building the Foundations for Stable Housing, Strong Families, and Better Community

Our Mission: Hancock Resource Center works to stabilize families and strengthen the community. Our mission is accomplished by addressing obstacles and barriers to housing and coordinating services for families in need. 


To apply for assistance, fill out the Hancock Resource Center Assessment Card: 
​https://hancockhrc.wufoo.com/forms/assessment-card-hancock-resource-center/​
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Staff members review all assessment cards and contact clients regarding their requests for assistance.

​​​Hancock C​ounty Community Services Guide 2021 - Click Here

HRC is proud to be
​the beneficiary of
​C&R's 13th Crawfish Cookoff!
For information on sponsorship opportunities, please email
Colby DiMento: cdimento@hancockhrc.org
​For event information, ticket purchases, and team registrations click the link below: 

2021 CRAWFISH COOKOFF
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Click here to read the Cookoff Rules

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Click here to download a paper application

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Please submit all paper applications to Hancock Resource Center's office at 454 Highway 90, Suite B, Waveland, MS, 39576
The 2021 Hancock Military Heroes Banner Program is accepting renewals and applications!

This program is an annual tribute created for the Hancock County community to recognize and honor loved ones who are currently serving, Veterans, or those who gave their lives for our country in the United States Armed Forces.

The program was originally organized by the Hancock County Board of Supervisors and is now overseen by representatives from the Hancock Resource Center, American Legion Post 77, Bay St. Louis American Legion Auxiliary Unit 139, and the Diamondhead VFW.  

The banners are on display in the downtown areas of Bay St. Louis, Diamondhead, and Waveland for Memorial Day / 4th of July and Veteran's Day.

Please renew or purchase a banner here: https://legionpost77ms.org/2021-hero-banner-program
Hancock Resource Center is supporting the Hancock County Food Pantry with their application process for families in need of food assistance. 

Click here to fill out the online application.

If you are unable to complete this form please call 601-385-1454 on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (noon).
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This program is for those in need of food assistance, participants must be able to demonstrate financial need. Spaces are limited per week, available on a first come first serve basis.

Pick up is at the Hancock County Food Pantry on Tuesdays and Thursdays, as assigned by a staff member.​
​https://hancockhrc.wufoo.com/forms/hancock-county-food-pantry-onetime-registration

CDC RENTAL MORATORIUM 

The Center for Disease Control has released information extending the Eviction Moratorium until June 30th, 2021, as well as a form to be used in submitting a signed declaration. 

CLICK HERE to review the form: Halt In Evictions Due to COVID-19

Read more about the updated CDC Eviction Moratorium by visiting https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/covid-eviction-declaration.html.

If you are facing eviction and in need of assistance, please fill out a Hancock Resource Center Assessment Card ( located here) to begin the process. 

Please review eligibility and documentation requirements thoroughly when applying for assistance. It will make the process more efficient-being prepared in advance helps us help you!
IF YOU HAVE SUBMITTED A DECLARATION AND ARE STILL FACING EVICTION:

Please contact the Mississippi Center for Justice. The center has released a COVID Eviction Hotline (228-702-9983) for tenants who:
  • have provided the declaration for their landlord and the landlord is still pursuing eviction OR
  • have been to court and the judge ordered eviction OR
  • have a warrant for removal. 
The Mississippi Center for Justice is providing counseling and services to tenants facing pandemic related evictions. 

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WHERE WE ARE
454 Highway 90, Suite B
Waveland, MS 39576
(228)463-8887 | (228)463-8901 (fax)  frontdesk@hancockhrc.org