They provide anonymous, short-term financial assistance, which may not be available elsewhere, to eligible individuals and families when a small amount of money will make a significant difference. ** All requests must come from an agency, which can verify need and eligibility for assistance. ** Womenaid does NOT accept requests by people on behalf of themselves, nor requests from the vendors to be paid. ** Maximum amount per in-area request within a 12-month period: $800.00 (Portsmouth, Kittery, Newington, New Castle, Greenland, Rye) ** All contact is done via email.