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Phone - (859) 231-8181
Email - info@bbbs-bluegrass.org
Housing and Utility Assistance
12 December 2024
Housing and Utility Assistance
LFUCG Community and Resident Services
(859) 300- 5300 - 498 Georgetown St., Lexington
https://www.lexingtonky.gov/departments/community-resident-services
- H2O - Help to Others Program (Water Bill Assistance)
- Emergency Financial Assistance (Rent, Mortgage, Utilities)
- Housing Repair Assistance Program - Property owners can call (859) 300- 5300 to schedule an appointment once you receive a repair notice from Code Enforcement
- Relocation Assistance: Financial assistance is available to assist clients who are temporarily or permanently displaced from their homes due to housing code violations, or for tenants who are permanently displaced from their homes due to redevelopment or scheduled demolition. Residents must have a condemnation notice issued by Code Enforcement to be eligible for services.
Community Action Council
(859) 233- 4600 - 710 W High St, Lexington, KY 40508
- Housing Assistance
- Utility Assistance
- Weatherization
- Senior Support
- Head Start
- Food/ Toiletry assistance
Fayette County Public Schools
Hands Up for Housing - Contact your child’s school’s family resource center
- Eligible to families experiencing homelessness (includes living temporarily with a friend or relative, in a car, or in a hotel)
- FCPS will provide assistance with a security deposit and first month’s rent for eligible families that have found an apartment or home to rent
- Apply by contacting your child’s school and getting in touch with the Family Resource Center or McKinney Vento point of contact
- After applying, eligible families will be referred to the Goodwill Lexington Opportunity Center for program orientation, case management, and apartment search assistance. All payments made directly to the landlord by Goodwill.
The Nest Center for Woman, Children & Families
(859) 259-1974 - 530 N Limestone,
https://www.thenestlexington.org/
- Utility and rental assistance
- Legal Advocacy
- Domestic Violence counseling and support
- Childcare (ages 0-5)
- Children’s clothing
- Hygiene Products
- Car seats
- Parenting Classes
Maxwell Street Presbyterian Church
859-233-0723 - 180 E Maxwell St
https://www.maxpres.org/community-assistance
- Utility Assistance (not water)
- Bus Passes
- Gasoline Assistance
- Prescription Assistance
- Help with ID’s/Birth Certificates
- Hygiene Products and Cleaning Supplies
- Help getting work boots
Bigs, Littles, and Pasta: A Perfect Recipe for Fun!
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bluegrass Selected as 2025 Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Awards® Grant Recipient
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 6, 2025 Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bluegrass Appoints Meredith Downey Watts as Executive Director LEXINGTON, KY—Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bluegrass (BBBSBG) is pleased to announce the appointment of Meredith Downey Watts as Executive Director, effective January 1, 2025. Meredith joined BBBSBG in January 2022 as Major Gifts Officer, where she played a pivotal role in enhancing the organization's fundraising efforts. In October 2024, she assumed the position of Interim Executive Director, demonstrating exceptional leadership and dedication to the agency's mission. A native of Versailles, Kentucky, Meredith holds a Bachelor of Arts in Integrated Strategic Communication from the University of Kentucky. Her professional background includes significant experience in community engagement and fundraising. "We are thrilled to have Meredith lead BBBSBG as Executive Director," said Abe Mashni, Board Chair of BBBSBG. "Her commitment to our mission and her proven track record in fundraising and leadership make her the ideal person to guide our organization into the future." Meredith's tenure as Interim Executive Director was marked by successful events and creative initiatives that strengthened BBBSBG's programs and community presence. Her vision for the organization includes expanding mentorship opportunities and deepening community partnerships to better serve the youth of Central Kentucky. "I am honored to take on the role of Executive Director at BBBSBG," said Watts. "I look forward to working with our dedicated team, volunteers, and supporters to continue making a positive impact in the lives of young people in our community." About Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bluegrass Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bluegrass is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating and supporting one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. Serving Central Kentucky, BBBSBG works to ensure that every child has the opportunity to achieve their full potential. For more information about Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bluegrass and its programs, please visit www.bbbs-bluegrass.org .
Matched for nearly two years, Koston and Cory have built a strong bond through consistent time together.
Matched for two years, Ben and Aaron have built a strong connection centered around new experiences and personal growth.
Louis and Dwight have been matched since July 2023 and continue to meet weekly, sharing a strong bond and excellent communication with Louis’ Parent/Guardian, Tamecko.
Matched since April 2023, Ja’Zayah (LS) and Jennifer (BS) share a bond built on consistent meetings and creative experiences.
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For more than 100 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters has operated under the belief that inherent in every child is the ability to succeed and thrive in life. As the nation’s largest donor and volunteer supported mentoring network, Big Brothers Big Sisters makes meaningful, monitored matches between adult volunteers (“Bigs”) and children (“Littles”), ages 6 through 18, in communities across the country. We develop positive relationships that have a direct and lasting effect on the lives of young people.