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Rockbridge Area Relief Association

PO BOX 640
Lexington, VA 24450

(540) 463-6943

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Contact Information

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(540) 463-6943

Who We Are

Rockbridge Area Relief Association (RARA) provides aid in the form of food, past due payment of electricity, water, gas, oil and/or heat bills, internet fees, help with rent or rent deposit and essential transportation.  RARA does not help with the purchase of clothing, prescriptions, medications or phone bills.

Assistance to recipients is expected to a one-time occurrence. Also operates food pantry which can be visited monthly by those in need. Need is determined by income and other situations such as sickness or loss of employment. 

RARA does not cover assistance for the purchase of clothing, over-the-counter medications or phone bills.  Money is not paid directly to a client.

Each application is reviewed on a case by case basis. 

RARA may also refer individuals to other help agencies.

Who We Serve

Languages Spoken
English
Service Area(s)
Buena Vista City
,
Lexington City
,
Rockbridge County

Cost & Payment Methods

Fee Structure
No Fee

Age Requirements
18 and over
Other Eligibility Criteria
Must have exhausted all other available sources of fuel assistance resources, have a disconnection notice and demonstrate either a personal/family crisis or income-eligibility; resident of Rockbridge County or cities of Buena Vista and Lexington

Available 24/7
No
Additional Availability Comments
Office closes from 12 Noon until 1 PM daily Applications are accepted Monday thru Thursday from 9:30 am until Noon

Intake Process
Telephone requests for assistance require verification of need with vendors. Complete application.
Self Refer
Yes
Intake Contact
Volunteer A
Intake Contact Email
help@raralex.org