Portsmouth Catholic SHARE
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What is SHARE?
The SHARE Fund is an emergency program that provides needed financial assistance for those who have exhausted or do not qualify for other avenues of support, providing a safety net to cover immediate needs. SHARE is funded through the Poor Box of Corpus Christi Parish, private donations, and benefactor businesses.
Who does SHARE help?
Residents of Portsmouth, Greenland, New Castle, and Newington, regardless of their religion, are eligible to apply for aid. In collaboration with local programs, SHARE provides a safety net to cover immediate needs.
Who runs SHARE?
A volunteer Board of Directors oversees the program, and a team of volunteer case workers meet with clients in coordination with community partners. Each volunteer brings their unique talents to their role to ensure each client is treated with respect and dignity.
How do I reach SHARE?603-436-4947
[email protected]
www.corpuschristinh.org
Open Tuesdays 9AM—Noon, Fridays 10AM—1:00PM
The SHARE Office is located at Corpus Christi Parish Office, at 845 Woodbury Avenue
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SHARE Facts & Figures:
- Since 2002, SHARE has distributed $ 951,000 to local individuals and families in need.
- For 3,717 aid requests, the average aid given was $255.
- SHARE operates under the 501(c)(3) designation of Corpus Christi Parish.
- The only criterion for aid is a genuine immediate need that cannot be provided by public assistance.
- 98 % of all donations are used for emergency basic living needs.
- All SHARE client information is confidential!
- SHARE has an extensive network of community partners that includes Portsmouth Welfare, Seacoast Mental Health, Families First, Rockingham Community Action, Gather, Portsmouth Police Department, and Seacoast Family Promise.
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SHARE May Be Able To Help!
The SHARE Fund provides financial assistance to individuals who do not qualify for traditional social services from community agencies. Residents of Portsmouth, Greenland, New Castle, and Newington, regardless of religion, are eligible to apply for aid. Client information is confidential!
· Are you struggling with the cost of home heating?
· Did you have an unexpected/emergency medical bill?
· Can’t pay for a much needed car repair?
· Trying to get back on your feet after unemployment?
· Finding it difficult to pay for groceries or school supplies?
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SHARE Has Helped Clients With:· mattresses, bed frames
· school clothes & supplies
· sleeping bags/tents
· automobile repairs
· gasoline
· dental work/dentures
· eyeglasses
· groceries
· medical expenses/prescriptions
· security deposits, moving expenses
· preschool
· overdue rent
· utility bills
· and more
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