2025 Recap

Written By Scott Hughes

Thanks to the generosity of our donors, churches, volunteers, and community partners, First Contact was able to provide critical assistance to hundreds of individuals and families throughout Porter County during 2025.

2025 By the Numbers

  • 718 clients served

  • $72,625 in assistance provided

Housing & Utility Assistance

Valparaiso Area
(All township areas except Portage and South Haven)

  • Utility Assistance: 97 clients — $13,182

  • Rent Assistance: 204 clients — $34,578

Portage & South Haven Area

  • Utility Assistance: 54 clients — $8,368

  • Rent Assistance: 107 clients — $15,307

Additional Assistance

  • Gas Cards for Cancer Patients: 11 clients — $425

  • Medication Assistance: 7 clients — $345

  • Bus Tokens: 42 clients — $420

Application Outcomes

  • Non-Compliant Applications (assistance not approved): 118

  • Pledges Made, but Client Did Not Return: 78

We are grateful for the continued support of our community, whose generosity makes it possible to provide hope and practical assistance to neighbors facing difficult circumstances.

Scott Hughes
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