The Financial Assistance Division administers many different financial assistance programs, most of which are financed by the federal and state government. The programs are targeted for families and individuals with incomes at or below the poverty level. Programs include: temporary, emergency or general assistance to needy families or indigents; grants for the disabled; food stamps; and Medicaid or refugee re-settlement.

"In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services HHS policy, this institution is prohibited from discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.  Under the Food Stamp Act and USDA policy, discrimination is prohibited also on the basis of religion or political beliefs."

"To file a complaint of discrimination, contact USDA or HHS.  Write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 (TTY).  Write HHS Director Office for Civil Rights, Room 506-F, 200 Independence Avenue, S.W. Washington, D.C. 20201 or call (202) 619-0403 (voice) or (202) 619-3257 (TTY). USDA and HHS are equal opportunity providers and employers."