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Eligibility Criteria and Intake Requirements
SVCM serves those in the following areas:
  • East Asheville (Oteen and east of the VA Hospital)
  • Swannanoa
  • Black Mountain
  • Montreat
  • Ridgecrest

Please bring these materials to your intake appointment
  • Social Security number for all members of the household (bring SS cards for all)
  • ​Photo ID
  • Any information on household income, including copies of check stubs or unemployment benefits

If you're seeking financial assistance with a bill, rent, or mortgage payment please bring the following:
  • ​Late or eviction notice including amount due plus late fees with landlord's name and phone number.
  • For utilities ​bring bill with disconnect date within 5 days.

food pantry & clothing Closet Availability for Clients

  • Food - Every 21 days​
  • Clothing - Every 60 days
  • Linens and Home Goods - Every 6 months
Neighbors can receive TEFAP even if they do not meet the other eligibility requirements for other programs. TEFAP (The Emergency Food Assistance Program) is American-grown food given to supplement the diets of low-income people. To participate one must provide name, household size, either receive FNS benefits or qualify by income. All information is self-declared, kept confidential, and won't be shared. No proof of ID, income or residency are required to receive TEFAP.

Physical Address:
​​101 N. Ridgeway Avenue, Black Mountain NC 28711 
Mailing Address: 
​PO Box 235, Black Mountain NC 28711
​Main Number: 828-669-9404
Email: svcmdirector@gmail.com
Non-Discrimination Policy
 Swannanoa Valley Christian Ministry (hereinafter referred to as SVCM) does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its ​ activities or operations.  These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing or staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.  We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.  SVCM is an equal opportunity employer.  We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. 
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