Military Families Seeking Help

When an SCMFO intake person receives a call, the outreach identifies the immediate need and coordinates with other service organizations to implement a plan of action. Nearly all cases are channeled first to Navy and Marine Corps Relief Society, who will set up a family budget and can grant interest-free loans to those who can afford to repay. Applicants who are at a critical stage, however, or cannot qualify for other assistance, find a lifeline with SCMFO. "When families endure financial hardship due to unexpected circumstances, something has to be done quickly." said a former SCMFO chairperson. “Fortunately, we try to stay ahead of the curve but could never meet all the needs without the close partnership with Orange County businesses, civic organizations. and a lot of dedicated individuals. “

After you make the call to 949-388-2812 and leave a message , a volunteer will call back and get necessary information or schedule an interview at the SCMFO office at 2001 Calle Frontera. (That’s on the hill across Pico from the San Clemente High School.) Your interview is not a grilling. It is a non-threatening discussion about what the needs are, and how we --and our partnering friends-- may help you put things back in order. It is helpful if you can provide as much information as possible, including children’s ages, health, shoe and clothing sizes, etc. A military I.D. is required. If assistance is provided, a time limit may be set on when you can reapply.

What: Call the Assistance Line at 949-388-2812
An intake person will call you back. Help is on the way.

Where: The SCMFO office is located in the Fellowship
Hall, St. Andrew’s By-the Sea United Methodist Church
2001 Calle Frontera, San Clemente, CA 92673.