Financial Resources & Support
Multicultural Development Center of Iowa
Multicultural Development Center of Iowa (MDC Iowa) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that provides financial literacy workshops, business training, credit builder loans, and micro-loans to individuals in Johnson County.
1927 Keokuk Street, Iowa City
319-333-0600
General Assistance
Financial assistance for rent, utilities, prescriptions, and funeral expenses.
855 S. Dubuque St., Suite 202B, Iowa City
319-356-6090
Hawkeye Area Community Action Program (HACAP)
Energy assistance/weatherization, Head Start, and housing options.
367 Southgate Ave., Iowa City
319-337-5765
Iowa City Housing Authority
Rental assistance, vouchers, and affordable housing services
410 E. Washington St., Iowa City
319-356-5400
Section 8 Housing Vouchers:
Iowa Works of Iowa City
Work permits, job placement assistance, unemployment insurance, and other labor services.
1700 S. 1st Ave., Suite 11B Eastdale Plaza, Iowa City
319-351-1035
Johnson County Department of Human Services
Food and child care assistance, Medicaid, Family Investment Program.
855 S. Dubuque St., Suite 102, Iowa City
319-356-6050
Lumen Technologies (formerly CenturyLink)
Support and discounts for qualifying low-income telephone and internet customers.
319-351-2242
Salvation Army
Provides services and referrals to help families improve financial self-efficacy
1116 Gilbert Ct., Iowa City
319-337-3725
University of Iowa Employee Assistance Program
Faculty, staff and their families only
121 University Services Building, Suite 50, Iowa City
319-335-2085
Veterans Affairs (Johnson County)
Services and benefit referrals for veterans.
855 S. Dubuque St., Suite 109C, Iowa City
319-356-6049