Applications open for AFL-CIO Adopt-a-Family program
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- The AFL-CIO Community Services is preparing to launch one of its largest annual initiatives.
For more than 40 years, the AFL-CIO has matched people, local groups, organizations and businesses with families, disabled adults and seniors in the community through its Adopt-a-Family program.
The program provides basic necessities and gifts for those in need to enjoy the Christmas holiday and to feel like they haven't been forgotten.
Those interested in applying for the program will be required to meet one of the following qualifiers:
- have children under the age of 18 in the household
- actively receive disability or social security benefits
- be over the age of 63
If any household has questions about their qualification status, they should contact the agency before applying.
Applications can only be obtained Monday, Nov. 3, through Friday, Dec. 5, at agency offices or through the agency's website.
The deadline to return applications to the agency is no later than 5 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 8.
Applicants will be charged a $2 processing fee if they choose to pick up a pamphlet from the agency or if they choose to print it. A $3 processing fee will be charged if applicants complete the form on the agency's website.
After an application has been returned, staff will call applicants to complete the application.
Families, organizations or businesses who would like to adopt a deserving family, disabled adult or senior can stop by the AFL-CIO at 1203 N. 6th St. beginning Wednesday, Nov. 14.
