FOOD PANTRY

Open Monday–Thursday, 10am–12pm, our on-site food pantry provides groceries tailored to your household’s size and needs.

We offer monthly support or weekly support for those without housing.

RENT ASSISTANCE

We provide short-term rent assistance to help prevent eviction and keep families stably housed.

Support is based on need and may include referrals to other local housing resources.

UTILITY ASSISTANCE

We offer short-term assistance with electric, gas, and water bills.

CAPUP is a MetroCare and Dominion Energy partner. We can connect you to additional support if needed.

FIND FOOD

Providing reliable access to groceries when
budgets are tight

  • Who We Serve

    Residents of the greater Richmond area. We can also provide referrals for those in Petersburg, Hopewell, Prince George, and Dinwiddie.

  • Eligibility

    • Open to households experiencing food insecurity. 

  • Items Needed to Apply

    Names and dates of birth for all household members and rent amount.

  • Get Started

    Walk in during open hours. Staff will guide you through a brief registration process.

  • How often can I visit?

    Eligible households may receive food assistance once every 30 days. 

    • CAPUP also provides smaller, kitchenless food kits to households without access to a kitchen once a week, on a limited basis. 
  • Hours

    Monday–Thursday, 10:00 AM–12:00 PM

    No appointment required.

pay rent

Helping you avoid eviction when unexpected financial strain puts your housing at risk.

  • Who We Serve

    Residents of Richmond, Petersburg, Hopewell, Dinwiddie, and Prince George.

  • Eligibility

    • Must present an eviction or late payment notice.
    • Applicant must have a verifiable source of income.
    • Rental assistance is available one time only. 

  • Items Needed to Apply

    Valid photo identification, eviction notice or late notice, proof of income, lease agreement (first and signature pages)

  • Get Started

    We have exceeded our application limit for this week. If you have applied already, a team member will be getting back to you by Wednesday. If you haven’t applied yet, please check back next Monday morning for an application link.

avoid shutoffs- Metrocare
(Water and Gas Utilities)

Helping you keep essential services connected.

avoid shutoffs-
Dominion EnergyShare (Electric)

Helping you keep essential services connected.

  • Who We Serve

    Residents of Richmond, Petersburg, Hopewell, Dinwiddie, and Prince George.

  • Eligibility

    • Applicants must demonstrate financial hardship.
    • Applicants must provide a disconnection notice or have a medical certificate designation. 

  • Items Needed to Bring

    Valid photo identification and disconnect notice/account number.

  • Get Started

    We have exceeded our application limit for this week. If you have applied already, a team member will be getting back to you by Wednesday. If you haven’t applied yet, please check back next Monday morning for an application link.

WE'RE HERE TO HELP

Are you doing everything right but still can’t get ahead?

CAPUP connects individuals and families with essential services to help them meet urgent needs and build long-term stability. We provide access to food, emergency utility assistance, and support navigating community resources.

Whether you're facing a short-term crisis or looking for a path forward, we're here to help.