Frequently Asked Questions
Food Shelf FAQs
Where is the nearest BRICK food shelf?
We have four locations in the area; Ashland, Cable, Cornucopia and Mellen. Hours of operation vary from location to location. See locations and hours CLICK HERE
Who is eligible to receive food?
Any Wisconsin resident who meets federal income guidelines.
What are the income requirements?
Any Wisconsin resident who meets federal income guidelines.
- 1 person: $614 weekly, or $2,660 per month, or $31,920 per year
- 2 people: $832 weekly, or $3,607 per month, or $43,280 per year
- 3 people: $1,051 weekly, or $4,553 per month, or $54,640 per year
- 4 people: $1,269 weekly, or $5,500 per month, or $66,000 per year
- 5 people: $1,488 weekly, or $6,447 per month, or $77,360 per year
- 6 people: $1,706 weekly, or $7,393 per month, or $88,720 per year
- 7 people: $1,925 weekly, or $8,340 per month, or $100,080 per year
- 8 people: $2,143 weekly, or $9,287 per month, or $111,400 per year
- For each additional family member, add $11,360 per year.
Download the The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) Eligibility Application HERE
How much food can I receive?
The amount of food received is based on household size.
How often may I receive food?
Once each month.
What if I am unable to pick up food myself?
You may appoint a proxy to pick up your food for you.
How do I sign up?
- Complete a brief application at any pantry location.
- Verbally confirm that you meet household income guidelines and that the food you receive will feed your household.
- Participant or authorized proxy must show ID at each visit
Benevolence Program FAQs
What kind of help can I get?
- Utility assistance (Bring in the most current bill statement and proof of income.)
- Rental assistance (Bring in lease agreement and proof of income–check stub or bank statement or award letter.)
- Homeless assistance
- Referrals to other service agencies for additional help
- Help in creating a monthly spending plan
Assistance is provided on a case-by-case basis. To schedule an appointment call (715) 682-7425 or email officemanager@thebrickministries.org
What are the income requirements?
- 1 person: $579 weekly, or $2,510 per month, or $30,120 per year
- 2 people: $786 weekly, or $3,407 per month, or $40,880 per year
- 3 people: $993 weekly, or $4,303 per month, or $51,640 per year
- 4 people: $1,200 weekly, or $5,200 per month, or $62,400 per year
- 5 people: $1,407 weekly, or $6,097 per month, or $73,160 per year
- 6 people: $1,614 weekly, or $6,993 per month, or $83,920 per year
- 7 people: $1,821 weekly, or $7,890 per month, or $94,680 per year
- 8 people: $2,028 weekly, or $8,787 per month, or $105,440 per year
- For each additional family member, add $10,760 per year.
Where do the payments go?
Payments are always made to the vendor on behalf of the person receiving benefits, not directly to the individual consumer.
How often can I get assistance?
A household may receive assistance once every 12-month period.
Are there any other services offered at the BRICK?
Yes! To Apply for these services please visit our Ashland location.
THRIFT STORE VOUCHERS
• 1 voucher every 3 months
Locations:
1. Partners of Tamarack Health Thrift Store
208 W. Main St., Ashland
(715) 682-3812
Directions
2. ABC Thrift Store
118 E. Bayfield St., Washburn
(715) 373-5929
Directions
BART BUS PASSES [Bay Area Rural Transit]
• 4 passes per person, per month
• Also available at the Mellen Helping Hands Food Shelf
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
• Community service hours