Our Organization
Helping Hands was incorporated as a 501(c)(3) non-profit agency November 14, 1994. Its founder, Thomas K. Boyle, served as Director from that date until November, 2001, when the Sam Campbell, succeeded him. Our Director as of 2018 is Kay Saleeby.
Helping Hands is staffed by volunteer citizens of Franklin County and is governed by a Board of Directors representing a cross section of business and professional individuals living and working in the County.
Over the years, Helping Hands has provided financial assistance and counseling for thousands of county residents who found themseves needing emergency aid.
How We Help
Helping Hands...
- Helps with electric bill termination
notices, rent or mortgage issues,
heating fuel, prescription medication,
and other emergency
needs.
- Is intended for emergencies, not for
support.
- Reserves the right to
withhold assistance after helping
once in eighteen months or three
times in five years.
- Provides budget counseling for each
client.
- Refers clients to other appropriate
agencies.
How We Are Funded
- United Way of Franklin County
- Contributions from churches,
individuals, civic clubs
- Franklin County
Board of Supervisors
- Town of Rocky Mount
- Grants and fund-raising efforts
- Smith Mountain Lake Charity Home
Tour (when eligible and selected)