Madison County Community Development
Address
157 North Main Street
Suite 312
Edwardsville, IL 62025
(618) 692-8940
www.co.madison.il.us/departments/community_development/index.php
AKA:
Community Action Agency
Description:
Receives and administers block grants and other funds to facilitate the development and preservation of affordable housing, to aid in providing public services and facilities for low and moderate income citizens and assisting in the creation of employment and economic opportunities in Madison County, Illinois. Services include Weatherization Programs, Housing Down Payment Loans/Grants, Transitional Housing/Shelter, Air Conditioners, Fans, Electric Service Payment Assistance, Gas Service Payment Assistance, Heating Fuel Payment Assistance, Scholarships, Lead Abatement, Furnace Maintenance/Repair, Small Business Financing, Community Development Corporations and Regional Economic Development.
ALSO KNOWN AS
COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Is Shelter?
No
Related Resource
Date of Official Change:
May 12, 2025
Address Listings
Physical (Primary)
157 North Main Street
Suite 312
Edwardsville, IL 62025
Contacts
Stacey L Pace
Amy Lyerla
Phone Numbers
Main
(618) 692-8940
Energy Assistance
(618) 296-6485
Fax
(618) 296-7004
Madison County Referral Line
(618) 296-5300
Legal Status:
Non-Profit
Services
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Special Notes/Funding
Air Conditioners are available for income eligible clients meeting guidelines and health and safety conditions.
Description
Providing window air conditioner units to households consisting of senior citizens, individuals who are disabled and/or children age 5 and younger.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
- Proof of income for entire household/family for the last past 30 days - Photo ID - Proof of Residency - Social Security Cards for every household member - Must provide a letter from the doctor containing a specific ailment a household member is suffering from of existing, or a medical condition such as asthma, COPD, emphysema, coronary disease and immediate terminal illness - Each household must provide a current copy of their utility bill to prove they have utilities, and do not have a back bill and are not in threat of disconnection, utility bill must be less than $600.00
Eligibility
- Households that have received an air conditioner in the last three years are not eligible - Eligible households must be at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines - Must reside in Madison County, Illinois - Household must a member who suffers from a medical condition that can be relieved by air conditioning - Low-income families and veterans who qualify for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program - Current utility bill must not exceed $600.00 - Must have income
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call (618) 296-5513 To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Description
Provides financial assistance for car repairs to individuals who are working full time (at least 40 hours a week) to maintain employment.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
- Photo ID - Copy of social security card - Proof of income
Eligibility
Income guidelines apply
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Description
Responsible for distribution of federal block grant and home funds received by Madison County for programs such as housing, social services, capital improvements, economic development, planning and administration.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
No Restrictions
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Description
Operates a variety of core services in the communities, includes weatherization, energy assistance programs, homelessness prevention programs, affordable housing creation, renovation and small business assistance.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
Call for details
Eligibility
No Restrictions
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
- Call In To Apply - Apply In Person
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Description
LIHEAP: Beginning October 1, elderly, age 60 years and older and/or disabled household member, who may also be disconnected or under imminent threat to be disconnected from their electric service may apply for assistance - Beginning November 1, households with children under the age of six years and households who are disconnected or have a disconnected notice from their electric service may apply for assistance - General public can apply for assistance starting December 1 through May 31, or until funds are depleted whichever comes first
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
Proof of income from all household members for the past 30 days - Proof of most recent energy bill(s) - Proof of Social Security number(s) for all household members
Eligibility
Home energy assistance payments made to eligible households are approved on a one-time basis - Income guidelines exist, call for details
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
- Call to schedule an appointment at (618) 296-6485. - Applications are processed on a first-come, first-serve basis
Languages
- English - Spanish
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Description
Provides financial assistance for vision screening, eye glasses and/or contacts.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
- Photo ID - Copy of social security card - Proof of 30-day gross income
Eligibility
Income guidelines apply
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call To Apply - 618-296-5513
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Special Notes/Funding
NO LONGER PROVIDES THIS SERVICE
Description
Providing fans to qualifying households.
Availability
NONE
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
- Picture ID - Social Security Cards for everyone in household - Proof of Income for last 90 days - Current Utility Bill
Eligibility
- Must reside in Madison County, Illinois - Must not have received a fan from agency in the last three years
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Appointment Required
Languages
English Only
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
None
Description
Housing Weatherization: Inspection of furnaces for health/safety and mechanical operation, if necessary, a new furnace may be installed.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
Social Security Cards for all household members - Proof of Income - Proof of Home Ownership - Proof of Renting
Eligibility
- Age 18 years and older - Homeowners/Renters - Seniors 60 years and older - Individuals that are disabled - Households with children 5 years and under
Fees
No fee associated with homeowner occupied units - For renters their landlord is required to contribute 50% for all mechanical work, as well as a $150.00 assessment fee, call for details
Intake Procedure
- Call To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Description
LIHEAP: - Beginning October 1, elderly, age 60 years and older and/or disabled household member, who may also be disconnected or under imminent threat to be disconnected from their gas service may apply for assistance - Beginning November 1, households with children under the age of six years and households who are disconnected or have a disconnected notice from their gas service may apply for assistance - General public can apply for assistance starting December 1 through May 31, or until funds are depleted whichever comes first
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
Proof of income from all household members for the past 30 days - Proof of most recent energy bill(s) - Proof of Social Security number(s) for all household members
Eligibility
Home energy assistance payments made to eligible households are approved on a one-time basis - Income guidelines exist, call for details
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
- Call to schedule an appointment at (618) 296-6485 - Applications are processed on a first-come, first-serve basis
Languages
- English - Spanish
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Description
LIHEAP: - Beginning October 1, elderly, age 60 years and older and/or disabled household member, who may also be disconnected from their utilities or under imminent threat of losing their heating source from propane/wood may apply for assistance - Beginning November 1 households with children under the age of six years and households who are disconnected from their utilities and under imminent threat of losing their heating source from propane/wood may apply for assistance - General public can apply for assistance starting December 1-May 31, or until funds are depleted whichever comes first
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
- Proof of income from all household members for the past 30 days - Proof of most recent energy bill(s) - Proof of Social Security number(s) for all household members
Eligibility
Home energy assistance payments made to eligible households are approved on a one-time basis - Income guidelines exist, call for details
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
- Call to schedule an appointment at (618) 296-6485 - Applications are processed on a first-come, first-serve basis
Languages
- English - Spanish
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Description
CDBG Housing Rehabilitation Program: Provides funding to assist individuals with home repairs.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
- Proof of Ownership - Proof that taxes have been paid - Photo ID - Proof of Income
Eligibility
Income Guidelines Apply
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Description
HOMEbuyer Program: Assists with down payment and closing costs in the form of a five-year forgivable loan.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
Call for details
Eligibility
Age 18 years and older
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call 618-296-4385
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Special Notes/Funding
Not at this time.
Description
Identifies and removes lead-paint hazards within the home.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
- Social Security Cards for all household members - Proof of Income - Proof of Home Ownership
Eligibility
No Restrictions
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call (618) 692-7040 ext. 4383 for service
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
None
Description
Provides accessible ramps for disabled homeowners.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
- Photo ID - Copy of social security card - Proof of income
Eligibility
- Income guidelines apply - Must home home
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call To Apply - 618-296-5513
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Description
Economic Development: Provides coordinated economic development programs which includes labor market information. three enterprise zones, infrastructure loans to local governments, site/building location assistance, demographic and technical assistance to businesses and local governments.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
Program specific, call for details
Eligibility
Age 18 years and older
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Description
Rental Assistance: Provides assistance with back rent payment assistance who are behind on rent and meet income eligibility requirements.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
- Must be behind on rent and/or is at risk of homelessness or housing instability - Income guidelines apply
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call the Madison County Referral Line for a referral at (618) 296-5300
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
None
Description
Offering 5 scholarships to low-income students planning to attend college next fall. Awards will be disbursed directly to the college in two $2,000 increments at the start of each semester.
Availability
Accepting applications and supporting documents April through June. Scholarship Committee make selection of recipients in July. Scholarship check is sent directly to school in August for the upcoming semester.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
- Candidates entire household for those age 18 years must provide proof of gross income for the last 30 days, along with verification documents such as check stubs or printouts of income statements - Candidates are required to submit a copy of college transcripts, or if just entering college, high school transcripts - Candidates are required to submit a letter of recommendation from a high school or college official at the institution they are attending or will be attending. Letters of recommendation must be submitted on official letterhead - Candidates must submit a one-page essay describing themselves, their college plans, and career goals. The essays should communicate something that is not stated in the application, which sets apart their scholarship application from others - Previous scholarship recipients may apply for the scholarship again - Social Security Card - Photo ID
Eligibility
- Scholarships will be awarded to low-income students who are or will be attending Lewis & Clark Community College, Southwestern Illinois College and Southern Illinois University Edwardsville or any other accredited Illinois college or university - Selected students must meet income guidelines
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call To Apply at (618) 296-5513
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Description
Economic Development: Provides coordinated economic development programs which includes low interest loans to businesses.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
Program specific, call for details
Eligibility
Age 18 years and older
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call To Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Description
Rapid Re-Housing: Program assisting with housing needs for homeless individuals and families with children.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
Social Security Cards - Proof of Income - Birth Certificates - State ID - Driver's License
Eligibility
Priority to families with children who are meeting the requirements of the shelter and are referred by the shelters - Other families that are self-referred have to also meet criteria for the Transitional Housing Program, meeting criteria does not guarantee placement due to capacity limits
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call (618) 296-5300 to apply
Languages
English
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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Description
Housing Weatherization: Insulating attics and sidewalls to a specified R factor, caulking, weather-stripping and addressing window problems and doors.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
Social Security Cards for all household members - Proof of Income - Proof of Home Ownership - Proof of Renting
Eligibility
- Age 18 years and older - Homeowners/Renters - Individuals that are disabled - Households with children 5 years and under
Fees
Call For Details
Intake Procedure
Call To Apply at (618) 296-4389
Languages
- English - Spanish
Service Area
Madison County in Illinois
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Madison County
- Madison County
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