On December 22, 2018 a partial government shutdown began when the House and Senate could not agree on passing a spending bill, which President Trump demanded it should include expenses for a $5 billion border wall. Therefore 800,000 government workers are affected by this inhuman act of egotistical behavior. On January 12, 2019 the government shutdown entered its 22nd day and became the longest shutdown in U.S. History and t still continues at this very moment.
The American people who we depend upon to source significant facilities in our lives are now suffering with no major source of income. Homes are being foreclosed and food is now a scarce need for survival. Due to the hearts of many who oppose the treatment of our government workers several companies, agencies and businesses are stepping up to render aid to those in desperate need of help.
GlitterandGumbo.com compiled a list of some valuable resources to assist government workers looking for answers and financial/living assistance. We will update this list on a continuous basis until this crisis has ended.
Unemployment Benefits/Application
Sample Letter to Creditor – Letters of example to use as guidance for approaching your creditors for shut down assistance or bill deferment.
Deferment vs. Forbearance- This link provides a good explanation between two possible options for your mortgage needs.
Financial/Bill Payment Assistance
Bank of America is offering financial assistance. Call 844-219-0690.
Credit Union & Bank Financial Resources– This Federal News Report link provides more information on funding sources.
Food Services
JBJ Soul Kitchen – Rock singer Jon Bon Jovi’s restaurant announced Saturday it will be serving free meals Monday afternoon to federal employees who have been furloughed.
Killen’s Texas Barbecue- With a government ID furloughed workers will receive a Burger basket with fries daily at Killen’s burgers for families affected until the shutdown has ended. The FURLOUGH FRIDAY special at Killen’s bbq is a Brisket Sandwich & Chips. One per family member.
Lodging
Family Time
SkyZone is offering 60 minutes of free jumps for government employees and up to three family members at participating Sky Zone parks Tuesday-Thursday through Jan. 31. Go to Skyzone.com.
Beautiful: The Carole King Musical on Broadway is offering free tickets to select performances on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday evenings. Visit the Stephen Sondheim Theatre’s box office at 124 West 43rd St. for more ticket information or beautifulonbroadway.com.
