Smith County Help Center

Address

318 Main Street North
Carthage, TN 37030

(615) 735-8090

www.facebook.com/schelpcenter/

AKA:

Carthage Help Center

Description:

Operates a thrift store and food bank. Uses funds raised from the thrift store to operate the food bank and assist with rent and utility payments for low income Smith County residents.

Hours:

Mon - Fri 10:00am - 4:00 pm; Sat 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Intake Process:

Walk ins are welcome to the thrift store. Please call to make an appointment for the food pantry or rent and utility assistance.

Program Fees:

No fee for food pantry or rent/utility assistance. There is a nominal charge for items purchased in the thrift store.

Eligibility:

Rental assistance may be available for low-income Smith County residents who are victims of domestic violence or house fires. Utility assistance is available for Smith County residents who are experiencing financial hardship or are in an emergency situation. Assistance is offered once in a 12 month period. The thrift store is open to anyone.

Is Shelter?

No

Date of Official Change:

January 2, 2023

Wishlist:

Clean, gently used clothing and household items in good condition; nonperishable food (spaghetti sauce, canned soup, canned meat, pasta, beans, peanut butter, canned fruit).

Volunteer Opportunities:

Volunteers are welcome to help sort clothing, household goods, and nonperishable food. Walk in or call for more information.

Address Listings

P.O. Box

PO Box 282
Carthage, TN 37030

Physical (Primary)

318 Main Street North
Carthage, TN 37030

Contacts

Pamela Ferriss

Primary Contact

Program Director

(615) 735-8090 x1

Phone Numbers

Main

(615) 735-8090

Legal Status:

Nonprofit (Incorporated)

Description

Provides utility bill payment assistance for Smith County residents who are experiencing financial hardship or are in an emergency situation. Assistance is offered once in a 12 month period.

Hours

Mon - Fri 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Required Documents

Once clients schedule an appointment, they will need to bring: 1) Photo ID; 2) Social Security Cards for all members of the household; 3) Proof of residence

Eligibility

Low income Smith County residents who have not received utility assistance in the last 12 months

Fees

No fee

Intake Procedure

Call for an appointment; Not able to assist walk-ins

Geography Served

    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

  • Tennessee
    • Smith County

    Telephone Numbers

    Number:
    615-735-8090
    Name:
    Main
    Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (BV-8900.9300-180) and related services within the Service Tree.

    Description

    Provides emergency food for low income individuals in Smith County

    Hours

    Mon - Fri 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

    Required Documents

    Once clients schedule an appointment, they will need to bring: 1) Photo ID; 2) Social Security Cards for all members of the household; 3) Proof of residence

    Eligibility

    Low income Smith County residents

    Fees

    No fee

    Intake Procedure

    Call for an appointment; No walk-ins

    Geography Served

      If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

    • Tennessee
      • Smith County

      Telephone Numbers

      Number:
      615-735-8090
      Name:
      Main
      Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (BD-1800.2000) and related services within the Service Tree.

      Description

      Provides utility bill payment assistance for Smith County residents who are experiencing financial hardship or are in an emergency situation. Assistance is offered once in a 12 month period.

      Hours

      Mon - Fri 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

      Required Documents

      Once clients schedule an appointment, they will need to bring: 1) Photo ID; 2) Social Security Cards for all members of the household; 3) Proof of residence

      Eligibility

      Low income Smith County residents who have not received utility assistance in the last 12 months

      Fees

      No fee

      Intake Procedure

      Call for an appointment; Not able to assist walk-ins

      Geography Served

        If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

      • Tennessee
        • Smith County

        Telephone Numbers

        Number:
        615-735-8090
        Name:
        Main
        Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (BV-8900.9300-250) and related services within the Service Tree.

        Description

        Smith County Help Center accepts donations of clothing, household items, appliances, furniture for their Thrift Store.

        Hours

        Drop off on Sat. 10:00am-2:00pm

        Eligibility

        Anyone may donate items to the thrift store.

        Fees

        No fee.

        Intake Procedure

        Drop off items on Saturday during operating hours. Please call ahead to arrange large drop offs.

        Geography Served

          If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

        • Tennessee
          • Smith County

          Telephone Numbers

          Number:
          615-735-8090
          Name:
          Main
          Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (TI-1800.3000) and related services within the Service Tree.

          Description

          Provides assistance with rent payments for victims of domestic violence and victims of house fires in Smith County.

          Hours

          Mon - Fri 10:00am - 4:00 pm; Sat 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

          Required Documents

          Call for details.

          Eligibility

          Survivors of domestic violence and house fires in Smith County

          Fees

          No fee.

          Intake Procedure

          Call for an appointment; no walk-ins accepted.

          Geography Served

            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

          • Tennessee
            • Smith County

            Telephone Numbers

            Number:
            615-735-8090
            Name:
            Main
            Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (BH-3800.7000) and related services within the Service Tree.

            Description

            Smith County Help Center offers a Thrift Store with clothing, household items, appliances and furniture. Proceeds go to the utility program and food pantry program.

            Hours

            Mon - Fri 10:00 am - 4:00 pm; Sat 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

            Required Documents

            No documents required.

            Eligibility

            Anyone may shop at the thrift store.

            Fees

            Items are priced affordably. Money earned in the thrift store supports the utility program and food bank.

            Intake Procedure

            Walk in or call for details.

            Geography Served

              If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

            • Tennessee
              • Smith County

              Telephone Numbers

              Number:
              615-735-8090
              Name:
              Main
              Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (BM-8500) and related services within the Service Tree.

              Description

              Provides utility bill payment assistance for Smith County residents who are experiencing financial hardship or are in an emergency situation. Assistance is offered once in a 12 month period.

              Hours

              Mon - Fri 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

              Required Documents

              Once clients schedule an appointment, they will need to bring: 1) Photo ID; 2) Social Security Cards for all members of the household; 3) Proof of residence

              Eligibility

              Low income Smith County residents who have not received utility assistance in the last 12 months

              Fees

              No fee

              Intake Procedure

              Call for an appointment; Not able to assist walk-ins

              Geography Served

                If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

              • Tennessee
                • Smith County

                Telephone Numbers

                Number:
                615-735-8090
                Name:
                Main
                Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (BV-8900) and related services within the Service Tree.

                Description

                Volunteers are welcome to help sort clothing, household goods, and nonperishable food.

                Hours

                Mon - Fri 10:00 am - 4:00 pm; Sat 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

                Eligibility

                Adults who want to help their community

                Fees

                No fee

                Intake Procedure

                Walk in or call for more information.

                Geography Served

                  If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                • Tennessee
                  • Smith County

                  Telephone Numbers

                  Number:
                  615-735-8090
                  Name:
                  Main
                  Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PX) and related services within the Service Tree.

                  Description

                  Provides utility bill payment assistance for Smith County residents who are experiencing financial hardship or are in an emergency situation. Assistance is offered once in a 12 month period.

                  Hours

                  Mon - Fri 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

                  Required Documents

                  Once clients schedule an appointment, they will need to bring: 1) Photo ID; 2) Social Security Cards for all members of the household; 3) Proof of residence

                  Eligibility

                  Low income Smith County residents who have not received utility assistance in the last 12 months

                  Fees

                  No fee

                  Intake Procedure

                  Call for an appointment; Not able to assist walk-ins

                  Geography Served

                    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                  • Tennessee
                    • Smith County

                    Telephone Numbers

                    Number:
                    615-735-8090
                    Name:
                    Main
                    Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (BV-8900.9300-950) and related services within the Service Tree.

                    Send profile information to an email address.

                    Provide your email address to receive information about Smith County Help Center.

                    Sent!

                    Please enter a valid email address.

                    Close this field

                    Send a condensed resource profile to your phone via text message (SMS).

                    Select your cell carrier and provide your phone number to receive information about Smith County Help Center.

                    Sent!

                    Please enter a valid phone number.

                    Please select a carrier.

                    Standard text messaging rates may apply from your carrier. Some mobile carriers are inconsistent in their delivery of provider profiles sent to phones. If you do not receive a message within a few minutes please contact the provider directly for assistance.

                    Close this field

                    Want to save this page for later?
                    Create a free account!

                    .