Supplying More

Than the Basics

At Doorstep, we provide Topekans with the support they need to live fuller, more self-sufficient lives. From combatting hunger to offering individuals and families the services and resources they need to enjoy independent lifestyles, Doorstep is committed to extending a helping hand to our forgotten friends and neighbors in their time of need.

We’re proud to provide our neighbors assistance where they need it most:

Emergency Needs:

• Food (Monday-Friday)

• Clothing (Tuesday-Friday)

• Rent (Referal from EAS)

• Transportation (local gas vouchers/bus tickets)

• Prescriptions

• Utilities (By appointment, if funds are available)

Who we help: Whether they’ve lost everything in a house fire or are living alone with a disability, Doorstep’s up-front emergency services are for those who require assistance with critical needs while they wait for additional aid. We don’t impose income guidelines for emergency services, though most of our neighbors who use these services are at or below the poverty line.

Short-Term Needs

• Food: Once every 30 days; this is intended to provide three meals for five days

• Clothing: Once every two weeks

• Rent: One time per 12-month period

• Transportation (local gas vouchers/bus tickets): Vouchers available two times per 12-month period

• Prescriptions: Two times per 12-month period ($150 cap)

• Utilities: One time per 12-month period

Who we help: Short-term assistance is designed to help those recovering from sudden loss of employment or health-related issues. These solutions are designed to help our neighbors get back on their feet rather than cope with long-term needs. 

Giving back to Topeka

By supporting Doorstep, you help more than just those in need! As one of five primary emergency assistance agencies serving Topeka, Doorstep alleviates the burden from other charity organizations, both social and governmental. Offloading some of the workload from these groups provides better access to better resources for our friends and neighbors in need! 

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General Information

Rent Assistance requests must go through the City of Topeka's EAS Program. You will most likely need to leave a message and wait for a call back.
EAS Phone: 785.368.9533
EAS Email: EAS@topeka.org
Website: https://www.topeka.org/eas/

Utility Assistance is by appointment only. Please call us at our number below to see if funds are available.

Address
1119 SW 10th Ave.
Topeka, KS 66604-1105

Office hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Client service hours: Monday 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Tuesday-Friday 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Phone: 785.357.5341
Fax: 785.232.4865