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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.

COVID-19 UPDATE

Hancock Resource Center will be here for families during the COVID-19 crisis.
For the public’s health and safety, as well as that of HRC’s staff, Hancock Resource Center is available for critical housing needs by phone or fax only. Please call 228-463-8887 for assistance. Phone lines are open, but due to large call volume, responses may be delayed. If you leave a message we will return your call as soon as possible!

To apply for assistance, fill out the Hancock Resource Center Assessment Card here:
https://hancockhrc.wufoo.com/forms/assessment-card-hancock-resource-center/

We will get through this together! Thank you for your patience.

Hancock County Community Services Guide 2020 - Click Here

CLICK HERE FOR EVICTION MORATORIUM FORM

CDC RENTAL MORATORIUM

The Center for Disease Control has released information on the Eviction Moratorium, as well as a form to be used for submitting a signed declaration.

If you are facing eviction and in need of assistance, please fill out a Hancock Resource Center Assessment Card using the link above 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!

For further details, please review the form in its entirety.

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.

The Salvation Army Angel Tree Program:

HRC is proud to support families in need during the 2020 holiday season 🌲♥️

Please review the information below carefully and call 228-463-8887 to book an appointment during one of the available dates and times. All documentation must be provided during your scheduled visit.
Angel Tree registrations are completed BY APPOINTMENT ONLY!

TEEN ANGEL HOLIDAY
ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

The Teen Angel program is available for children aged 13-18 years
(at time of registration).

Teen Angel registration is from
October 5th, 2020 to
November 19th, 2020.

Parents and guardians must CALL 228-463-8887 to schedule a registration appointment.

Documents are required. (All documents must be presented at time of registration. No Exceptions). Please bring the following to your appointment:

VALID state-issued photo ID
Birth Certificate for each child
Guardianship/custody documentation required if not listed on birth certificate (Tax return with dependents can be used)
Proof of income, SNAP award letter, TANF award letter, utility allowance, section 8 paperwork, and/or proof of expenses (rent, utilities, car notes, loans, and other bills)

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:

https://hancockhrc.wufoo.com/forms/hancock-county-food-pantry-onetime-registration
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).

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.

YOU COUNT! Take part in the 2020 U.S. Census & shape Hancock County's future!

See the full map at www.censushardtocountmaps2020.us

The Hancock Resource Center is committed to ensuring a complete and accurate count for Hancock County during the 2020 U.S. Census. We are here to support residents in learning how the census can impact their lives for the next ten years and eliminating barriers to their participation.

Taking part is important, safe, and easy! An accurate census count is crucial to ensuring our county and state receive access to funding for vital community programs including affordable housing, education, healthcare, disaster relief, and infrastructure.

For more information, please contact Victoria Mathias at vmathias@hancockhrc.org.