Thermal Belt Outreach is a nonprofit organization that helps people out of crisis situations and into self-sufficiency. We provide basic needs such as food, utilities, fuel, transportation, prescriptions, affordable housing, dental service, and access to health care to those in need in Polk County. To promote self sufficiency, TBO requires each person receiving assistance to pay a small portion of the bill for which they are seeking help. Click here to read the stories of just a few of the many individuals TBO has helped.

TBO receives its funding through contributions from individuals, organizations, businesses, churches and granting agencies. Please visit our donations page today to ensure the disadvantaged in our area receive the help they need to survive.

A staff of seven and more than 130 volunteers work in a variety of jobs to meet the needs of the low-income families and individuals in Polk County. Each year more than 4,000 individuals receive supportive services and counseling from TBO.