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Rent and Utility Bill Assistance | Community Outreach, The

1915 E. 8th Street, Suite 105, Empower Campus, Sioux Falls, SD 57104

Eligibility
-Open to residents of Lincoln, McCook, Minnehaha, and Turner Counties. -For most clients from Minnehaha County, a meeting with Minnehaha County Human Services will be required prior to the appointment with a TCO Caseworker.
Hours
Office hours - 8:00am - 12:00noon 1:00pm to 4:00pm (CT), Monday - Thursday 8:00am - 12:00pm (CT), Friday Effective January 1, 2026, scheduling will be: Mondays at 8:00am (CT) - Scheduling for Tuesday and Wednesday Wednesdays at 8:00am (CT) - Scheduling for Thursday and Monday
Interpretation services
Interpreters provided with more than 24-hour notice
Application process
Appointment is required for rent/deposit and utility assistance.
Service area
Lincoln County, SD Mccook County, SD Minnehaha County, SD Turner County, SD

Other Information

Age Group

  • Older Adults (65+)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (25-64)
Community Outreach assists people who are struggling with basic financial and non-financial needs by providing information, referral to other resources, and where appropriate, financial assistance in the following areas:
  • Rental/security deposit and/or 1st month's rent for people seeking housing
Available once every 12 months
  • Prevention assistance:
  • Evictions
​Available once every 12 months. Must be past due.
  • Utility shut offs (for water, lights, and heating). Must be either past due or disconnected.
Available twice a year. An ecumenical ministry supported by churches, Sioux Empire United Way, and other individual donors.
Last Assured
05/19/2025
Providing organization
Community Outreach, The

Non-profit organization that assists individuals with resources to assist with their daily lives.