Households, individuals, seniors, and the homeless may all be eligible for SNAP benefits. People who are working and need help to stretch their income to purchase food may also be eligible for SNAP benefits as well as those receiving Social Security benefits, child support, or unemployment. DSS administers SNAP through DSS county offices. Eligibility caseworkers interview applicants and approve those who qualify to receive the food benefit. Qualified applicants for SNAP begin receiving benefits within 30 days of their application. Some families and individuals need expedited benefits, which begin within seven days of application.

The Modest Needs Mission is a nationwide organization that offers financial assistance grants to those experiencing temporary crisis. Register online and prepare to spend 30-45 minutes completing their grant application.

The Warrior Alliance assists veterans by connecting them to Veteran Service Organizations, government agencies, businesses, educators, and other community resources to help them through their transition decisions.

Total Ministries of Spartanburg is a faith-based organization in Spartanburg County that provides support to individuals facing financial hardships. Their services include financial assistance for electricity and water bills, as well as food assistance for those in need.

USBG programs offer education, training, and networking opportunities to empower hospitality professionals, particularly bartenders, to advance their careers. With a mission to unite the community and elevate bartending as an honorable career, USBG collaborates with partners to provide peer learning, expert instruction, and career development. Chapters in over 50 cities host cocktail competitions, seminars with industry leaders, and networking events, while members gain opportunities to compete, travel, and share knowledge. USBG also offers crisis assistance to service industry workers facing sudden financial hardships due to life events.