Burial/Cremation Expense Assistance

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Army Emergency Relief

Provides emergency aid, in the form of either a direct grant (a cash gift, not to be repaid) or an interest-free loan, and by giving college scholarships to children of soldiers.

2530 Crystal Drive
Suite 13161
Arlington, VA 22202

Eligibility: The following individuals are eligible for assistance from Army Emergency Relief:

Soldiers on extended active duty and their dependents.
Members of the Reserve Components of the Army (National Guard under Title 10 authority and Army Reserve) who are on continuous active duty for more than 30 consecutive days and their eligible family members.
Soldiers retired from active duty because of longevity or physical disability or retired upon reaching age 60 (Reserve Components) and their eligible family members.
Widows, widowers and orphans of Soldiers who died while on active duty or after retirement as cited above.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Centre County Human Services

Veterans' Affairs - Burial Expenses

Applications are available for burial expenses of both veterans and veterans' spouses as well as the standard government headstone or marker.

420 Holmes Street
Room 333
Bellefonte, PA 16823

Eligibility: Centre County residents

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm

Dream Come True

Fulfills the dreams of children who are seriously, chronically or terminally ill.

Additional programs and services offered include holiday parties and picnics, college scholarships for those children able to attend college and funeral benefits for children they have already fulfilled a dream for.

Carbon, Monroe, Schuylkill Counties:
PO Box 344, Palmerton, PA 18071

PO Box 21167
Lehigh Valley, PA 18002

Eligibility: Children, age 4-17, living in the Lehigh Valley area who are chronically or terminally ill

(610) 865-3475

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Emma's Footprints

Provides services for families suffering from a loss, from financial support for funeral costs to emotional support through group meetings and one-on-one connections with the Care Team.

412 West 8th Street
Erie, PA 16502

Eligibility: Parents experiencing a pregnancy or infant loss.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

COVID-19 Funeral Assistance

Provides financial assistance for COVID-19 related funeral expenses incurred after January 20, 2020.

500 C Street SW
Washington, DC 20472

Eligibility: To be eligible for funeral assistance, you must meet these conditions:

The death must have occurred in the United States, including the U.S. territories, and the District of Columbia.
The death certificate must indicate the death was attributed to COVID-19.
The applicant must be a U.S. citizen, non-citizen national, or qualified alien who incurred funeral expenses after January 20, 2020.
There is no requirement for the deceased person to have been a U.S. citizen, non-citizen national, or qualified alien.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 9:00pm

Final Farewell

Final Farewell - Burial Services for Children

Final Farewell provides financial assistance, advice and guidance to grieving families from all religions and backgrounds so they may provide an affordable and decent funeral for their loved child.

93 Old York Road
Suite 1
Jenkintown, PA 19046

Eligibility: Any child age 18 or under ( as long as funds are available)

Hours: 24 hours a day 7 days a week must call and leave voicemail

Inter-Church Ministries of Erie County

Inter-Church Ministries of Erie County - Laura Wilkinson Memorial Fund

Provides money for funeral expenses of any child age 17 or under when the family cannot afford a proper service.

250 West 7th Street
Erie, PA 16501

Eligibility: Families experiencing the death of a child

Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 3:00pm

It's About the Warrior Foundation

It's About the Warrior Foundation (IATW) assists and empowers post 9/11 veterans and their families with financial, educational, recreational or therapeutic needs.

12590 Perry Highway
Suite 700
Wexford, PA 15090

Eligibility: Post 911 veterans transitioning back to civilian life.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

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Lucy's First Step

Provides parents and families the tools that they need to heal and live with their loss of a child. Gives support through services in order to allow the parents the ability to grieve without the significant and unexpected financial burdens that come with the costs of burials, headstones and counseling.

4840 West 38th Street
Erie, PA 16505

Eligibility: Call, email, or visit web site for more information.

Hours: Call, email, or visit web site for more information.

Luzerne County Government

Luzerne County Court Systerm - Burial Expense Assistance

The Coroner's office sometimes has a small amount of funds available to help with burial expenses in emergency situations.

85 Young St
Hanover, PA 18706

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Montour County Government

Montour County Veterans Service Officer

Provides information on Veterans Benefits and assists in applying for county, state and federal benefits.

435 East Front Street
Danville, PA 17821

Eligibility: Veterans and dependents of veterans.

Hours: By appointment, Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Service - South Central Counties

PA Department of Human Service - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Provides payment for burial and cremation services.

225 South Franklin Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325

Eligibility: - Individuals who received Supplemental Security Income or SSI
- Individuals receiving cash benefits from the Department of Human Services prior to death
- Individuals who were found eligible for cash assistance prior to death
- Residents of nursing homes who received SSI or nursing home care payments prior to Jan. 1, 1973, continuously to the present

Eligibility for assistance with burial costs is determined by the local county assistance offices.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Service - South Central Counties

PA Department of Human Service - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Provides payment for burial and cremation services.

33 Westminster Drive
Carlisle, PA 17013

Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:45am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Service - South Central Counties

PA Department of Human Service - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Provides payment for burial and cremation services.

2432 North 7th Street
Harrisburg, PA 17110

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Service - South Central Counties

PA Department of Human Service - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Provides payment for burial and cremation services.

620 Norland Avenue
Chambersburg, PA 17201

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Service - South Central Counties

PA Department of Human Service - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Provides payment for burial and cremation services.

539 Fulton Drive
McConnellsburg, PA 17233

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Service - South Central Counties

PA Department of Human Service - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Provides payment for burial and cremation services.

7591 Lake Raystown Shopping Center
Huntingdon, PA 16652

Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Service - South Central Counties

PA Department of Human Service - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Provides payment for burial and cremation services.

100 Meadow Lane
Mifflintown, PA 17059

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Service - South Central Counties

PA Department of Human Service - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Provides payment for burial and cremation services.

1125 Riverside Drive
Lewistown, PA 17044

Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Service - South Central Counties

PA Department of Human Service - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Provides payment for burial and cremation services.

100 Centre Drive
New Bloomfield, PA 17068

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Service - South Central Counties

PA Department of Human Service - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Provides payment for burial and cremation services.

130 North Duke Street
York, PA 17405

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services

Burial and Cremation Services Payment - Bedford

Provides payment for burial and cremation services on behalf of eligible individuals.

150 North Street
Bedford, PA 15522

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services

Burial and Cremation Services Payment - Bradford County

Provides payment for burial and cremation services on behalf of eligible individuals.

1 Elizabeth Street
Suite 4
Towanda , PA 18848

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services

Burial and Cremation Services Payment - Centre

Provides payment for burial and cremation services on behalf of eligible individuals.

2580 Park Center Boulevard
State College, PA 16801

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services

Burial and Cremation Services Payment - Berks

Provides payment for burial and cremation services on behalf of eligible individuals.

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625 Cherry Street
3rd Floor
Reading, PA 19602

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services

Burial and Cremation Services Payment - Carbon

Provides payment for burial and cremation services on behalf of eligible individuals.

101 Lehigh Drive
Suite A
Lehighton, PA 18235

Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services

Burial and Cremation Services Payment - Lancaster

Provides payment for burial and cremation services on behalf of eligible individuals.

832 Manor Street
Lancaster, PA 17604

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services

Burial and Cremation Services Payment - Lebanon

Provides payment for burial and cremation services on behalf of eligible individuals.

625 South Eighth Street
Lebanon, PA 17042

Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services

Burial and Cremation Services Payment - Lehigh

Provides payment for burial and cremation services on behalf of eligible individuals.

555 Union Boulevard
Allentown, PA 18109

Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services

Burial and Cremation Services Payment - Northampton

Provides payment for burial and cremation services on behalf of eligible individuals.

201 Larry Holmes Drive
Easton, PA 18044

Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services

Burial and Cremation Services Payment - Schuylkill

Provides payment for burial and cremation services on behalf of eligible individuals.

2640 Woodglen Road
P.O. Box 1100
Pottsville, PA 17901

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties

Clinton County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Provides payment for burial and cremation services on behalf of eligible individuals.

300 Bellefonte Avenue
Suite 101
Lock Haven , PA 17745

Eligibility: Call for information.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30am - 5pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties

Columbia County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Provides payment for burial and cremation services on behalf of eligible individuals.

27 East Seventh Street
Bloomsburg, PA 17815

Eligibility: Call for information.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties

Lackawanna County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Provides payment for burial and cremation services on behalf of eligible individuals.

200 Scranton State Office Building
100 Lackawanna Avenue
Scranton , PA 18503

Hours: Monday - Friday 7:30am - 5pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties

Luzerne County Assistance Office - Hazleton - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Provides payment for burial and cremation services on behalf of eligible individuals.

10 West Chestnut Street
Hazleton, PA 18201

Eligibility: Call for information.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties

Luzerne County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Provides payment for burial and cremation services on behalf of eligible individuals.

205 South Washington Street
Wilkes Barre, PA 18711

Eligibility: Call for information.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties

Lycoming County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Provides payment for burial and cremation services on behalf of eligible individuals.

400 Little League Boulevard
Williamsport, PA 17703

Eligibility: Call or visit website for information.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties

Monroe County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Payment Services

Provides payment for burial and cremation services on behalf of eligible individuals.

1972 West Main Street
Suite 101
Stroudsburg, PA 18360

Eligibility: Call or visit website for information.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties

Montour County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Provides payment for burial and cremation services on behalf of eligible individuals.

497 Church Street
Danville , PA 17821

Eligibility: Call or visit website for information.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties

Northumberland County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Provides payment for burial and cremation services on behalf of eligible individuals.

320 Chestnut Street
Sunbury , PA 17801

Eligibility: Call for information.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties

Pike County Assistace Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Provides payment for burial and cremation services on behalf of eligible individuals.

10 Buist Road
Suite 201
Milford, PA 18337

Eligibility: Call for information.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties

Snyder County - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Provides payment for burial and cremation services on behalf of eligible individuals.

83 Maple Lane
Selinsgrove , PA 17870

Eligibility: Call for information.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties

Sullivan County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Provides payment for burial and cremation services on behalf of eligible individuals.

918 Main Street
Suite 2
Laporte , PA 18626

Eligibility: Call for information.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties

Susquehanna County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Provides payment for burial and cremation services on behalf of eligible individuals.

111 Spruce Street
Montrose , PA 18801

Eligibility: Call for information.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties

Union County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Provides payment for burial and cremation services on behalf of eligible individuals.

1610 Industrial Boulevard
Suite 300
Lewisburg , PA 17837

Eligibility: Call for information.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties

Wayne County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Provides payment for burial and cremation services on behalf of eligible individuals.

15 Innovation Drive
Lake Ariel, PA 18431

Eligibility: Call for information.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties

Wyoming County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Provides payment for burial and cremation services on behalf of eligible individuals.

608 Hunter Highway
Suite 6
Tunkhannock, PA 18657

Eligibility: Call for information.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm

Salvation Army - Chambersburg

Salvation Army - Chambersburg - Undesignated Financial Assistance (Social Work)

Provides Social Work, offering assistance with Life Threatening Medications (1 time), Emergency food, Clothing (Fire Victims, Homeless, Job Interviews, School Appropriate Dress Code) and Funeral expenses.

159 Lincoln Way West
Chambersburg, Pe 17201

Eligibility: Income at or below 150% of the poverty level. Individuals must have proof of income, photo identification, proof of need, and amount.

Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm

Centre County Human Services
Veterans' Affairs - Burial Expenses

Emma's Footprints
Emma's Footprints

Final Farewell
Final Farewell - Burial Services for Children

Inter-Church Ministries of Erie County
Inter-Church Ministries of Erie County - Laura Wilkinson Memorial Fund

It's About the Warrior Foundation
It's About the Warrior Foundation

Lucy's First Step
Lucy's First Step

Luzerne County Government
Luzerne County Court Systerm - Burial Expense Assistance

Montour County Government
Montour County Veterans Service Officer

Pennsylvania Department of Human Service - South Central Counties
PA Department of Human Service - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
Burial and Cremation Services Payment - Bedford

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
Burial and Cremation Services Payment - Bradford County

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
Burial and Cremation Services Payment - Centre

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
Burial and Cremation Services Payment - Berks

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
Burial and Cremation Services Payment - Carbon

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
Burial and Cremation Services Payment - Lancaster

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
Burial and Cremation Services Payment - Lebanon

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
Burial and Cremation Services Payment - Lehigh

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
Burial and Cremation Services Payment - Northampton

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
Burial and Cremation Services Payment - Schuylkill

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties
Clinton County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties
Columbia County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties
Lackawanna County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties
Luzerne County Assistance Office - Hazleton - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties
Luzerne County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties
Lycoming County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties
Monroe County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Payment Services

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties
Montour County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties
Northumberland County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties
Pike County Assistace Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties
Snyder County - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties
Sullivan County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties
Susquehanna County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties
Union County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties
Wayne County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - NEPA Counties
Wyoming County Assistance Office - Burial and Cremation Services Payment

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