Frequently Asked Questions

 We offer emergency relief to families within our school district. Our essential services include:

• Weekly fresh food distribution
• Monthly food pantry access
• Utility bill assistance (qualifications based on income guidelines)
• Christmas gift baskets during the holiday season

 To qualify for weekly fresh food, monthly non-perishable food pantries, or Christmas baskets, you must:

• Reside within the boundaries of USD #204 (Bonner Springs and Edwardsville)

For utility assistance, you must also meet the following income guidelines:

• Your income must be at or below 150% of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) guidelines

2025 Income Guideline for VTCS utility assistance

# in Household         Guideline 

Household (1)              $23,475  Maximum income

Household (2)             $31,725   Maximum income

Household (3)             $39,975  Maximum Income

Household (4)             $48,225  Maximum Income

Household (5)             $56,475  Maximum Income

Household (6)             $64,725  Maximum Income

Household (7)             $72,975  Maximum Income

Household (8)             $81,225   Maximum Income

For households with more than 8 individual, add $8,250 for each individual person.

There are no income restrictions at this time. 

Call our office at 913-441-0461 to schedule an appointment.  We can provide assistance if you have a disconnect notice or are in danger of violating a payment agreement.

 Yes, call our office at 913-441-0461 to schedule an appointment for monthly food pantry or utility assistance. An appointment is not necessary for weekly fresh food assistance. 

We do not offer rental assistance;  however, you may contact us to be referred to other agencies for help.

We are located at 300 Oak Street, Suite D, in Bonner Springs, Kansas.  Suite D is located on the west side of the building off of Third Street.

Please reach out to us at 913-441-0461 if you cannot find an answer to your question, or email us at info@vaughntrent.org.