Website started 6 years ago to help people with small, immediate needs. Documenation is required to qualify for this program.
Ex: Your child set fire to your kitchen curtains and you incur a $500.00 deductible and can not afford your car payment that month. With the appropriate documentation ModestNeeds.org may be able to help you.
Money never goes to the applicant directly, payment is sent to the company where a debt is due.
References:
Article with Forbes magazine - click
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Article with O magazine - click
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Article with NPR - click
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Newsclip from the Today Show