Rent Relief Programs

Last Updated: November 30, 2023 by Cameron Smith

Find out what rental relief assistance is available through nationwide programs as well as state and local programs.



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National Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of rental assistance programs that are available on a national level.

Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA)

The ERA is a program that was created during the COVID-19 pandemic to help support families who need financial assistance with their rental housing costs. The funds can be used for:

  • Rent
  • Gas
  • Fuel oil
  • Water
  • Sewer
  • Trash removal
  • reasonable late fees
  • internet
  • Moving expenses
  • Other related rental fees for families required to move

Requirements for the ERA include:

  • Valid agreement for paying rent on your apartment, house, mobile home, or other type of housing.
  • At least one member of your household meets one of the following:
    • Qualified for unemployment, or should qualify
    • Lost income
    • Owed large expenses OR
    • Had other financial hardships
  • Household income is below a certain thresholds, established by each local government
  • At least one member of your household is experiencing instability, which means they are at risk of becoming homeless or would have trouble finding a place to live.

The ERA’s funds are distributed by state and local governments. You must apply through a local program, which can be found in the list of state and local programs below. Click here for more information about the ERA.

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

The LIHEAP assists families with their energy costs, including:

  • Home energy bills
  • Energy crises
  • Weatherization
  • Minor energy-related home repairs.

Requirements for the LIHEAP include:

  • Must require financial assistance with home energy costs
  • A person or a family member who participates in other benefit programs, such as SNAP, SSI, and TANF, may be automatically eligible
  • Local governments often set requirements such as
    • Proof of identification
    • Proof of address
    • Recent utility bill
    • Copy of Social Security cards for all household members

The LIHEAP’s funds are distributed by state and local governments. You must apply through a local program, which can be found in the list of state and local programs below. Click here for more information about the LIHEAP.

Multifamily Housing Rental Assistance

This program provides payments to owners of USDA-financed rural rental housing or farm labor housing projects on behalf of low-income tenants unable to pay their full rent.

Requirements include:

  • Must be a project owner as part of the rural rental housing or farm labor housing new construction financing applications
  • Projects must be established on a nonprofit or limited-profit basis

In order to apply, multifamily housing owners must contact a regional director for the program.

Lifeline Support

The Lifeline Support Center provides up to $9.25 off the cost of phone, internet, or bundled services.

Requirements include:

  • Income is 135% or less of than the federal poverty guidelines.
  • You or someone in your household participates in SNAP, Medicaid, SSI, FPHA, or Veteran’s Pension and Survivor’s Benefit

To apply, click here.

Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF)

The SSVF is a program to help veterans remain in their current homes, find more suitable housing, or help find housing if you are experiencing homelessness.

Requirements include:

  • Be a veteran, or living in a family headed by a veteran or their spouse
  • Have a very low income
  • Be imminently at risk of becoming homeless

To apply, call the National Center for Homeless Veterans at 1-877-4AID-VET to find a local SSVF provider and make an appointment.

Non-Elderly Disabled (NED) Voucher

NED vouchers are for people under the age of 62 with a disability to help find and pay for rental housing.

Requirements include:

  • Be the head, spouse, or co-head of a family
  • Be under the age of 62
  • Have a disability
  • Meet other NED eligibility requirements based on your income and where you live.

To apply, contact your local public housing agency to learn about local eligibility requirements.

Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8)

Housing choice vouchers allow you to find your own private housing and cover part or all of the rent.

Requirements include:

  • Vouchers are for families with low incomes, seniors, and people with disabilities
  • Eligibility is determined by annual gross income and family size, and is dependent on where you live.

To apply, contact your local public housing agency to learn about local eligibility requirements.

Rent Relief Programs by State

The following is a list of relief programs for renters experiencing hardship.

Alabama Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Alabama rental relief programs:

Huntsville

Eligibility requirements for the City of Huntsville COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Currently experiencing a financial hardship
  • Income at or below 50% of area median income
  • Existing signed lease contract
  • Currently receiving some form of income
  • Valid photo ID
  • Working email address

To apply, click here.

Jefferson County

Eligibility requirements for the Jefferson County Alabama Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Have a household income at or below 80% of the area median income
  • Be at risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability
  • Document a financial hardship due to COVID-19 by meeting one of the following:
    • Qualified for unemployment benefits
    • Experienced a reduction in household income
    • Incurred significant costs
    • Document a financial hardship

To apply, click here.

Mobile County

Eligibility requirements for the Mobile County Treasury Emergency Rental and Utility Assistance:

  • Applicant has a household income at or below 80% of the area median income
  • Household can demonstrate a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability by:
    • Providing an eviction notice or past due utility or rent notice
    • Having housing costs equal to or in excess of 50% of income
    • Other compelling evidence that demonstrates risk
  • One or more individuals in the household experience financial hardship either during (i.e. March 13, 2020 and forward) or due directly or indirectly to COVID-19. Criteria include demonstrating at least one of the following:
    • Qualify for unemployment
    • Have experienced a reduction in household income
    • Incurred significant costs
    • Experienced other financial hardship

To apply, click here.

Birmingham

Eligibility requirements for the the Birmingham Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Have an eviction notice or past due utility bill
  • Experienced direct or indirect negative economic impact due to COVID-19 or other financial hardship

To apply, click here.

Baldwin, Escambia, Clarke, Monroe, Conecuh, Marengo and Wilcox Counties

Eligibility requirements for the LIHEAP Energy Assistance Program:

  • Proof of household income
  • Household’s Social Security cards
  • Photo ID
  • Most recent utility bill

To apply, click here.

Autauga, Chilton, Elmore and Shelby Counties

Eligibility requirements for the Assistance for LIHEAP Middle Alabama:

  • Provide proof of income for all current household members for the month prior to application. If a household member claims zero income that cannot be verified by a governmental agency, the Declaration of Household Income form must be completed
  • Furnish Social Security cards for all household members and photo ID for person applying
  • Furnish a recent heating/cooling bill which includes your customer account number. Bill must be in the name of the head of household or spouse

To apply, click here.

Cullman, Morgan, Lawrence, Marion, and Winston Counties

Eligibility requirements for the Assistance for LIHEAP Middle Alabama:

  • Copy of photo ID for head of household or spouse (person signing application)
  • Copy of Social Security cards for all household members
  • Copy of income documentation for all household members for the entire prior calendar month
  • Current utility bill or propane quote (winter only), and/or current water bill with account number(s)
  • Copy of lease/utility allowance

To apply, click here.

Macon County

Eligibility requirements for the Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Must be facing eviction

To apply, click here.

Blount, Cherokee, DeKalb, Jackson, Marshall, St. Clair, and Jefferson Counties

Eligibility requirements for the Assistance for LIHEAP Northeast Alabama:

  • Photo ID of applicant
  • Social Security cards for all members of the household
  • Proof of income for the previous month for all adults over the age of 18 (if the applicant had no income source for the previous month, they will need to complete a Declaration of Household Income form)
  • Utility bill in the applicant’s name

To apply, click here.

Franklin, Colbert and Lauderdale Counties

Eligibility requirements for the Assistance for LIHEAP Northwest Alabama:

  • Applicant earn 150% or less of the poverty line
  • Low income household

To apply, click here.

Montgomery County

Eligibility requirements for the Montgomery Community LIHEAP:

  • Provide information so your local agency can determine if you are eligible for assistance
  • Provide proof of income for all current household members for the month prior to application. If a household member claims $0 income that cannot be verified by a governmental agency, the Declaration of Household Income form must be completed
  • Furnish Social Security cards for all household members and photo ID for the person applying
  • Furnish a recent heating/ cooling bill which includes your customer account number. Bill must be in the name of the head of household or spouse

To apply, click here.

Mobile County

Eligibility requirements for the Mobile Community Action Announces Cooling Program:

  • Current picture identification
  • Social Security cards for all household members (or current proof from Social Security showing that you have applied for replacement card)
  • Birth certificates for children ages five and under and any other new household members
  • Current income (previous month’s check stubs, 2023 Social Security income, Food Stamp Notice of Action letter, etc.) for all household members
  • Current bills (power, approved state water vendor, sewer, septic tank cleaning/pumping invoice
  • Current qualifying medications (last 6-month printout from the pharmacy) for crisis assistance (if applicable)

To apply, click here.

Pickens

Eligibility requirements for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program:

  • At least one household member have a documented health problem and require a controlled environment

To apply, click here.

Huntsville, Madison and Limestone Counties

Eligibility requirements for LIHEAP Huntsville:

  • Monthly income documentation
  • Current picture ID
  • Your current utility bill
  • Crisis/Deposit – Target Sector Only

To apply, click here.

Macon County

Eligibility requirements for the LIHEAP Macon:

  • Applicant’s household income must not exceed 150% of the federally established poverty level

To apply, click here.

Alaska Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Alaska rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Alaska Housing Relief Program:

  • A copy of your government-issued ID
  • Supporting income documents
  • A statement showing any past-due rent and a copy of your current lease agreement
  • Copies of past-due utility bills (if you requested utility relief)

To apply, click here.

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Alaska Heating Assistance Program:

  • Income at or below 150% of the federal poverty income guidelines, who have a minimum of $200 in out-of-pocket heating costs per year
  • Copies of most recent heat and electricity bill(s)

To apply, click here.

Brevig Mission, Little Diomede, Elim, Gambell, Golovin, King Island, Koyuk, Mary’s Igloo, Savoonga, Shaktoolik, Shishmaref, Solomon, Stebbins, St. Michael, Teller, Unalakleet, Wales and White Mountain Counties

Eligibility requirements for the Bering Straits Regional Housing Authority Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Qualifies for or is currently receiving unemployment benefits
  • Has been or is currently unemployed
  • Has lost income due to the COVID-19 pandemic
  • Has incurred significant costs due to the COVID-19 pandemic
  • Has directly or indirectly experienced financial hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic

To apply, click here.

Arizona Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Arizona rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Arizona Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • The renter’s household income is less than or equal to 80% of the Area Median Income 
  • The renter or member of the renter’s household has been financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic
  • The renter has a risk of homelessness, housing instability, or unsafe living conditions demonstrated by the following:
    • Eviction notice
    • Utility shutoff notice
    • Past due rent notice
    • Past due utility notice
    • Any other evidence of unsafe or unhealthy living conditions or housing instability

To apply, click here.

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Arizona LIHEAP:

  • Copy of current utility bill
  • Photo ID
  • Disconnection notice
  • Proof of income
  • Failure to provide the required documentation may delay eligibility determination

To apply, click here.

Maricopa County

Eligibility requirements for the Crisis Assistance Programs:

  • A member of the household has had a financial hardship or has qualified for unemployment
  • There is a demonstrated risk of housing instability or potential for homelessness
  • The gross household income cannot exceed 80% of the area median income based on household size
  • Applicants who are at or below 50% of the area median income, have been unemployed for the previous 90 days, have received a notice to appear in court for eviction for non-payment of rent, or are experiencing homelessness will automatically be prioritized for service

To apply, click here.

Maricopa County

Eligibility requirements for the Maricopa County Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Household lives in Maricopa County, but not in the cities of Glendale, Mesa, and Phoenix
  • Since March 13 2020, a household member has qualified for Unemployment Insurance from the Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) or the household is experiencing financial hardship
  • Household demonstrates a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability
  • Household is living at or below 80% of the area median income

To apply, click here.

Phoenix

Eligibility requirements for the Phoenix City Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA) Program:

  • Income at or below 80% of Area ​​​Median Income or $74,800 for a family of 4
  • Qualified for unemployment benefits or experienced a reduction in income or other financial hardships during the COVID-19 pandemic
  • Demonstrating risk of homelessness or housing instability
  • Rent and utility bills incurred after March 13, 2020​

To apply, click here.

Tucson and Pima Counties

Eligibility requirements for the Tucson and Pima County Eviction Prevention/Emergency Rent and Utility Relief Program:

  • Applicant’s state-issued picture ID
  • Applicant’s proof of U.S. Citizenship
  • Permanent legal residence
  • Social Security cards for all household members
  • Birth certificates for children 17 and under
  • Proof of all household income for the past 30 days
  • Current utility bills (electric, gas, water)

To apply, click here.

Arkansas Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Arkansas rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Arkansas Household Water Assistance Program:

  • Social Security card all household members age 18 or older
  • Social Security numbers
  • Copies of your most recent utility bills
  • Photo ID
  • Proof of income
  • Proof of residency

To apply, click here.

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Arkansas Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program:

  • Legal Photo ID
  • Social Security cards and birth dates for all household members
  • Water bill
  • Proof of income received for the previous month for all household members
  • If job has been lost in the previous two months, a statement from employer is required

To apply, click here.

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the ARVAC LIHWAP Closure:

  • Proof of identity
  • Social Security card
  • Proof of income
  • Copies of most recent water utility bills
  • Lease agreement (if water is included in your rent)

To apply, click here.

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Arkansas Emergency Food Assistance Program:

  • Legal Photo ID
  • Social Security cards and birth dates for all household members
  • Both electric bill and gas/propane bill
  • Proof of income received for the previous month for all household members

To apply, click here.

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP):

  • Copies of your current electric, gas, or propane bill, and any shut-off notices
  • Social Security numbers for all household members, regardless of age
  • ​Social Security cards required for applicants 18+ years of age
  • Numbers required for all other individuals in the household
  • Proof of identification for adult household members.
  • Proof of income for all household members 18 years or older for the previous month
  • Proof of unemployment for all household members 18 years of older.
  • Proof of Social Security, Retirement, Pensions, Workman’s Comp, or Disability
  • Proof of Child Support

To apply, click here.

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Arkansas LIHEAP:

  • Proof of all income for all household members for the previous month
  • Copy of the upper portion of electric bill and propane/gas bill
  • Proof of identification
  • Social Security cards for all household members
  • If your household was a zero-income household for the previous month, other documentation will be required

To apply, click here.

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Our Healthy Communities Energy Assistance Program:

  • Utility bills
  • ID and Social Security cards
  • Proof of income

To apply, click here.

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the ARVAC Summer LIHEAP:

  • Proof of identity
  • Social Security information
  • Proof of income
  • Utility bills
  • Lease agreement

To apply, click here.

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Central Arkansas LIHEAP:

  • Based on both 60% of state median income and 150% of federal poverty guidelines

To apply, click here.

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the the LIHEAP Program:

  • A photo ID
  • Social Security card (household members age 18 or older)
  • Social Security numbers (household minors)
  • Copies of your most recent utility bills
  • Proof of income
  • Proof of residency (current utility bills provide proof)

To apply, click here.

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Li-Heap Summer Program:

  • Be responsible for payment of home energy bill
  • Must be U.S. citizens or legal resident non-citizens
  • Meet countable resource standard
  • Meet federal income guidelines

To apply, click here.

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Arkansas Weatherization LIHEAP:

  • A photo ID
  • Social Security card (household members age 18 or older)
  • Social Security numbers (household minors)
  • Copies of your most recent utility bills
  • Proof of income
  • Proof of residency (current utility bills provide proof)

To apply, click here.

Clay, Randolph and Lawrence Counties

Eligibility requirements for the Black River Area Development LIHEAP:

  • Must meet eligibility requirements for home energy costs
  • Must have a monthly household (before taxes)
  • Proof of income for yourself and for anyone 18 or older
  • Proof of Social Security, SSI, Retirement, and/or VA benefits, if received
  • Proof of unemployment benefits if have not been working for 6 months or longer
  • Most recent utility bill
  • Picture ID

To apply, click here.

Washington County

Eligibility requirements for the Economic Opportunity Agency of Washington County LIHEAP:

  • Legal photo ID
  • Social Security cards and birth dates for all household members
  • Both electric bill and gas/propane bill
  • Proof of income received for the previous month for all household members
  • If you have lost your job within the previous two months, we will need a statement from your employer

To apply, click here.

Arkansas, Cleveland, Grant, Jefferson and Lincoln Counties

Eligibility requirements for the The LIHEAP Summer Program:

  • Proof of income for yourself
  • Proof of Social Security, SSI, Retirement, and/or VA benefits, if received
  • Proof of unemployment benefits
  • Most recent utility bill(s)
  • Picture ID and social security cards

To apply, click here.

Arkansas, Cleveland, Grant, Jefferson and Lincoln Counties

Eligibility requirements for the Central Delta Community Action Agency:

  • Below 125% of the federal poverty line as determined by the federal OMB

To apply, click here.

Washington County

Eligibility requirements for the Crawford-Sebastian Community Development Council Li-Heap:

  • Responsible for payment of home energy bill
  • Members of the household must be U.S. citizens or legal resident non-citizens
  • Meet countable resource standard including cash, checking or savings accounts, certificates of deposits, cryptocurrency, stocks, or bonds
  • Meet Federal Income Guidelines that vary according to household size
  • Copies of both your electric bill and gas bill
  • Social Security numbers for all household members, regardless of age
  • Proof of identification
  • Proof on income for the previous month

To apply, click here.

California Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of California rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Fresno

Eligibility requirements for the Fresno Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • One or more individuals within the household experienced other financial hardship during or due, directly or indirectly, to COVID-19 or demonstrate a risk of homelessness or housing instability or household is a low-income family
  • Tenant must document that they are past-due on payments for rent and/or utilities, or need help with future rental assistance
  • Tenant/household is income-eligible at no more than 80% of area median income or participate in a low-income verified local, state or federal program (ex. Medi-Cal, SNAP, WIC, etc.)
  • Income-eligible applicants may qualify regardless of immigration status and will not be required to show proof of citizenship

To apply, click here.

Fresno County

Eligibility requirements for the Fresno County Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Tenants residing in Fresno County Islands within City of Fresno limits are eligible
  • Tenants will not asked about their citizenship nor will they be required to show proof of citizenship
  • Inability to pay rent must be related to COVID-19 hardship

To apply, click here.

Marin County

Eligibility requirements for the North Marin Community Services Emergency Rental & Financial Assistance:

  • Be a resident of Novato
  • One-time financial support to those who are at risk of losing their stable housing or who need help with securing a deposit for housing.
  • To find out how you may be elgible for Rental Assistance, contact their Administrative Coordinator at 415-897-4147 or info@northmarincs.org.

To apply, click here.

Sacramento County

Eligibility requirements for the Sacramento Emergency Rental Assistance (SERA) Program:

  • Applicants must currently rent their home anywhere in the County of Sacramento.
  • To be eligible for assistance with rent and/or utilities, applicant’s gross annual income must be at or below the following 2022 low-income limits:
    • 1 person – $56,750
    • 2 person – $64,850
    • 3 person – $72,950
    • 4 person – $81,050
    • 5 person – $87,550
    • 6 person – $94, 050
    • 7 person – $100,550
    • 8 person – $107,000
  • Have at least one household member that:
    • Is qualified for unemployment benefits, or
    • Has experienced a reduction in household income, incurred significant costs, or has experienced a financial hardship during COVID-19
  • Demonstrate housing instability or a risk of being unhoused.

To apply, click here.

Riverside

Eligibility requirements for the City of Riverside Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA) Program:

  • Household’s income cannot exceed 80% of the Riverside County’s income limit
  • Financially impacted by COVID-19

To apply, click here.

Los Angeles

Eligibility requirements for the United Los Angeles Emergency Renters Assistance Program:

  • To verify if you live in the City of Los Angeles, go to neighborhoodla.org.
  • One or more individuals within the household have experienced a loss of employment
  • Reduction in household income
  • Incurred significant costs
  • Experienced other financial hardship between March 2020 and now
  • Have unpaid rent due to their current landlord for any month(s) between April 1, 2020, through now
  • The current household income is at or below 80% of the area median income

To apply, click here.

Los Angeles

Eligibility requirements for the LA Rental Assistance Program:

  • Head of household identifies as a woman.
  • Must file taxes as Head of Household
  • Have dependents of any age living in the same household
  • Lived in their homes for a minimum of three months
  • Has received or anticipate receiving a pay or quit notice from landlord or management company.
  • Demonstrate family is facing an unexpected financial hardship that is preventing them from paying rent and have a plan to maintain housing after assistance.
  • Live in one of the four designated zip codes of 90004, 90028, 90029, or 90038.

To apply, click here.

Los Angeles

Eligibility requirements for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance ​Program:

  • Pay your heating or cooling bills, even if you use wood, propane, or oil
  • In an emergency or energy crisis, such as a utility disconnection
  • LIHEAP services can vary depending on income, household size, place of residence, and other factors

To apply, click here.

Los Angeles

Eligibility requirements for the The Home Energy Assistance Program:

  • A current original electric bill
  • A current original gas bill
  • Copies of all household income for the past 30 days for all adults 18 years or older
  • Signed affidavits for all household members age 18 or older who do not have any source of income
  • A copy of your valid California driver’s license or other valid California picture ID
  • Applicant’s Social Security number

To apply, click here.

San Bernardino

Eligibility requirements for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program:

  • Pay your heating or cooling bills, even if you use wood, propane, or oil.
  • In an emergency or energy crisis, such as a utility disconnection.
  • LIHEAP services can vary depending on income, household size, place of residence, and other factors

To apply, click here.

Colorado Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Colorado rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for Colorado’s Weatherization Assistance Program:

  • Photo ID
  • Public assistance benefit letter (if anyone living in your home receives public assistance)
  • Energy provider account number
  • Income verification for the past 3 months
  • For renters, landlord must complete the consent agreement 

To apply, click here.

Arapahoe County

Eligibility requirements for Arapahoe County Rent, Mortgage, and Utility Assistance:

  • Earn less than 80% of the area median income
  • Proof of residency
  • Legally present in the United States
  • IDs for everyone in household
  • Income verification for all working members (proof of Human Services Benefits such as SNAP, TANF, or Medicaid may be substituted)
  • Fill out self-attestation form if unable to provide proof of income

To apply, click here.

Arapahoe County

Eligibility requirements for the Arapahoe County rent assistance:

  • Households that are applying for the first time
  • Households with income less than 50% of area median income
  • All other households at risk of housing instability

To apply, click here.

Douglas County

Eligibility requirements for the Douglas County Emergency Rental Assistance:

  • Must be a renter with a valid lease
  • Earn less than 80% of the area median income
  • Have one of the following:
    • Received a 10-day notice
    • Demand for payment of rent 
    • Received a utility shut-off notice

To apply, click here.

Douglas County

Eligibility requirements for the Douglas County Emergency Rental Assistance:

  • Have a valid lease and have one of the following apply:
    • Received a 10-day notice
    • demand for payment of rent
    • utility shut-off notice
  • Earn less than 80% of the area median income

To apply, click here.

Larimer County

Eligibility requirements for the Larimer County Emergency Rent Assistance Program:

  • Identification/government issued ID for primary applicant
  • Income information showing applicant name and address
  • Current utility bill or other official business mail addressed to applicant at the address
  • Unemployment benefits letter and/or unemployment benefits statement(s), if you are collecting unemployment
  • Income documentation for all household members 18 years of age or above and children who have income

To apply, click here.

Jefferson County

Eligibility requirements for the Jefferson County Emergency Assistance COVID-19:

  • A household has not used 18 months of ERAP assistance
  • Households are under 50% area median income
  • Households must have current eviction notice and/or court date
  • Household must have a current lease
  • A household’s landlord/property management company must work with the program

To apply, click here.

Boulder

Eligibility requirements for the Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Photo ID
  • Documentation of cost
  • Proof of income

To apply, click here.

Denver County

Eligibility requirements for the Temporary Rent and Utility Assistance:

  • The property you are requesting assistance for is your primary residence and is in the City and County of Denver
  • The tenant or homeowner’s household income is at or below 80% of area median income
  • You have experienced an unexpected financial hardship

To apply, click here.

Adams County

Eligibility requirements for the ACCESS Housing:

  • Photo ID
  • Documentation of resident
  • Proof of income.

To apply, click here.

Connecticut Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Connecticut rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the UniteCT:

  • The household must have an annual gross income of less than 80% of the annual median income. Further income restrictions apply if the tenant previously maxed out on UniteCT rental assistance.
  • Applicant must have a pending eviction as evidenced by the filing of a Summons located on the Superior Court Case Look-up website at the time the application is created
  • The tenant must currently live under the same address that is stated on their Summons & Complaint
  • Tenant must provide evidence of nonpayment of rent

To apply, click here.

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Connecticut Rental Assistance Program:

  • Participation is limited to U. S. citizens and specified categories of non-citizens who have eligible immigration status
  • The family’s income may not exceed 50 percent of the annual median income for the county or metropolitan area in which the family chooses to live

To apply, click here.

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Emergency Rental Assistance for Connecticut’s Economy:

  • Financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic
  • Earn no more than 80% of HUD’s area median income

To apply, click here.

Delaware Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Delaware rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Catholic Charities:

  • Photo ID for all adults
  • Social Security cards for all household members over 6 months of age
  • Proof of US citizenship
  • Proof of Delaware residency
  • Proof of unemployment compensation or child support
  • Proof of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families
  • Current natural gas, propane, and/or electric bill with current address and account number
  • Proof of home ownership
  • Proof of renter status

To apply, click here.

Florida Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Florida rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Alachua County

Eligibility requirements for the Alachua County Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Responsible for paying rent for a residential dwelling unit in Alachua County
  • Qualifies for unemployment or has experienced a reduction in household income due to COVID-19
  • Demonstrates a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability
  • Has a household income at or below 80 percent of the area median

To apply, click here.

Broward County

Eligibility requirements for the Broward County Rental Assistance Program:

  • You are unable to pay your full rent during or as a result of a COVID-19 caused financial hardship
  • You have received valid notice of a rent increase that you are unable to pay
  • You are able to demonstrate a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability (including eviction notice, utility shutoff notice, past due rent notice, past due utility notice, or any other evidence of unsafe or unhealthy living conditions or housing stability)
  • You have a household income at or below 80 percent of the area median income

To apply, click here.

Hialeah City

Eligibility requirements for the Hialeah City Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • You are a US Citizen or permanent resident
  • You experienced a reduction in household income or an increase in household expenses during the COVID-19 pandemic
  • Your household meets these income limits:
    • 1 person – $34,150
    • 2 people – $39,000
    • 3 people – $43,900
    • 4 people – $48,750
    • 5 people – $52,650
    • 6 people – $56,550
    • 7 people – $60,450
    • 8 people – $64,350

To apply, click here.

Orange County

Eligibility requirements for the Orange County Emergency Rental Assistance:

  • Behind on rent or have received an unforeseen rental increase of 10% or more
  • Household income does not exceed 80 percent of area median income
  • Experienced a significant reduction in income or increase in costs due to OVID-19 or  an adult household member experienced a recent financial hardship that can be verified as the direct cause for the household falling behind on rent
  • Are experiencing housing instability
  • Have not previously applied

To apply, click here.

Palm Beach County

Eligibility requirements for the Palm Beach County Rental Assistance:

  • Total household income at or below 60% of the state median income or 150% of the federal poverty level.

To apply, click here.

Polk County

Eligibility requirements for the Polk County Eviction Prevention Program:

  • Experienced reduced household income due to COVID-19
  • Experienced financial hardship due to COVID-19
  • At risk of being homeless (have received an eviction notice, utility shutoff notice, past due rent notice, or past due utility notice)

To apply, click here.

Hillsborough and Tampa Counties

Eligibility requirements for the Hillsborough County Rapid Response Recovery Assistance Program (R3):

  • Income no more than 80% of area median income
  • Risk experiencing homelessness or housing instability

To apply, click here.

Georgia Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Georgia rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Fulton County

Eligibility requirements for the Atlanta LIHWAP Program: 

  • Current water bill (Must show your name, full address, account number, and amount due)
  • Proof of income for the last 30 days for all occupants over 18 years old
  • Social Security cards for all household members
  • Valid photo ID (driver’s license, permanent resident card, passport, etc.)

To apply, click here.

DeKalb County

Eligibility requirements for the DeKalb Tenant-Landlord Assistance Coalition:

  • Annual family income limits are:
    • Family of one: $46,350
    • Family of two: $52,950
    • Family of three: $59,550
    • Family of four: $66,150

To apply, click here.

Henry County

Eligibility requirements for the Henry County COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance Fund:

  • Place of residence must be a rental property, single or multi-family home, or mobile home lot, or hotel/motel
  • Show that you are unable to pay the full or a portion of past due rent and/or utilities or unable to pay security deposit as a result of a recent loss of income (job loss, furlough, reduced work hours to care for child(ren), or medical hospitalization/diagnosis of COVID-19)
  • Qualified for unemployment benefits or experienced a loss of income as a result of COVID-19
  • At risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability
  • Current executed lease (signed by both you and the property official/landlord) and, as the applicant, be listed on the lease agreement (unless applying for security deposit assistance – provide welcome/move-in letter)
  • Current household income after March 13, 2020 must be equal to or less than 80% area median income as defined by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development

To apply, click here.

Fulton County and Atlanta

Eligibility requirements for the LIHEAP Heating Program:

  • Current gas bill and electric bill (Must show name, full address, account number, and amount due)
  • Proof of income for the last 30 days for all occupants over 18 years old
  • Social Security cards for all household members
  • Valid photo ID (driver’s license, permanent resident card, passport, etc.)

To apply, click here.

Augusta

Eligibility requirements for the Augusta LIHEAP Program:

  • Certified birth certificate
  • Updated immunization records
  • Verification of income
  • Social Security card
  • Medicaid card
  • Head Start application

To apply, click here.

Cartersville

Eligibility requirements for the Cartersville LIHEAP Program:

  • Valid government-issued photo ID
  • Social Security cards for ALL household members
  • Proof of income for the 30-days, including students
  • Current electric bill
  • Current heating bill
  • Current water bill

To apply, click here.

Muscogee County

Eligibility requirements for the Energy Assistance In Muscogee County:

  • Proof of income for the past 30 days for all adults
  • Current proof of citizenship or legal immigrant status, state-issued picture identification (ID) such as: driver’s license, ID card, voter registration card, passport, military ID, etc., for each person 18 or older.
  • Proof of Social Security numbers for each person in the household
  • Last/current month’s electric, gas/propane, and water bill for the household if applicable
  • If receiving SSI, Social Security, Pension, VA Benefits, or Workers Compensation, the current year’s award letter

To apply, click here.

Gwinnett, Rockdale, Newton and Walton Counties

Eligibility requirements for the Decatur Utility Assistance

  • Valid ID
  • Social Security cards for all household members
  • Proof of income for the last 30 days for all household members 18 and older
  • Current gas bill
  • Current electric bill

To apply, click here.

Eastman

Eligibility requirements for the Middle Georgia Utility Assistance: 

  • Have costs associated with:
    • Home improvements and energy conservation measures
    • Installation of attic insulation, broken window repair, air sealing using caulk, water heater replacement and/or wrap, the replacement of light bulbs with more efficient varieties, and more.
    • Health and safety surveys.

To apply, click here.

Jasper

Eligibility requirements for the Jasper LIHEAP Program:

  • Most recent heating bill
  • Most recent electric bill
  • Proof of household income
  • Proof of a valid Social Security number
  • Driver’s license or valid photo ID
  • Documentation proving alien status to your county

To apply, click here.

LaGrange

Eligibility requirements for the CAFI Energy Assistance:

  • Photo ID for all household members over 18
  • Social Security Number for all household members
  • Proof of income for all household members 18 and over for a month prior to your application
  • Copy of your most recent gas and/or light bill

To apply, click here.

Macon-Bibb County

Eligibility requirements for the Macon Energy Assistance:

  • Valid Picture ID
  • Social Security cards for all household members
  • Current electric and gas bills
  • Proof of income for all adults 18 years and older

To apply, click here.

Baldwin, Greene, Hancock, Jasper, Johnson, Morgan, Putnam, Washington, and Wilkinson Counties

Eligibility requirements for the Milledgeville Energy Assistance:

To apply, click here.

Moultrie

Eligibility requirements for Georgia’s Low Income Household Water Assistance Program:

  • Most recent active water bill or statement of service from their household water supplier
  • Proof of income for the last 30 days for each adult household member
  • Proof of Social Security numbers for each household member
  • Proof of citizenship for each household member
  • Proof of Social Security or unemployment benefits for all household members

To apply, click here.

Waycross

Eligibility requirements for the Waycross Energy Assistance Program:

  • Valid ID for applicant
  • Social Security card(s) for all household members
  • Most recent electric bill, heating bill if home is heated with source other than electricity
  • Proof of all household income for the past 30 days

To apply, click here.

Hawaii Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Hawaii rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands Rent Relief Program:

  • Be 18 years or older
  • Prove one or more members of household has qualified for unemployment benefits or experienced a reduction in household income, incurred significant costs, or other financial hardship due to COVID-19
  • Demonstrate imminent risk of homelessness or housing instability, unsafe or unhealthy living conditions, or any other evidence of such risk
  • Earn less than 80% area median income

To apply, click here.

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the State of Hawaii Emergency Rental Assistance: 

  • One or more individuals in the household has qualified for unemployment benefits
  • One or more individuals in the household can demonstrate a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability.

To apply, click here.

Idaho Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Idaho rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Idaho Housing and Finance Association’s Housing Preservation Application:

  • Proof of income
  • A copy of your lease agreement
  • A rent delinquency notice or your past-due utility bill
  • A signed copy of this eligibility form
  • A signed copy of this release form
  • Basic information about each household member
  • An electronic copy of a government-issued ID

To apply, click here.

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Idaho ENERGY ASSISTANCE:

  • Name & birth dates for all household members
  • Social Security number/verification of US citizenship, US nationality, legal permanent residency, or qualified alien status for all household members
  • Provide gross income for all household members
  • Provide proof of current address
  • For energy assistance: electricity vendor name & account number (electricity/utility bill)
  • For water assistance: primary provider & account number (water & wastewater bill)

To apply, click here.

Washington County

Eligibility requirements for the Washington Heating Assistance:

  • Verification of US Citizenship
  • Proof of Social Security number for all household members
  • Proof of utility account service, such as a utility bill
  • Proof of address, such as: mortgage statement, or lease agreement
  • Proof of income for the 3 months prior to the date you apply

To apply, click here.

Adams, Boise, Canyon, Gem, Owyhee, Payette, Valley and Washington Counties

Eligibility requirements for the Western Idaho LIHEAP:

  • Names and birthdates for all household members
  • Social Security numbers for at least one household members
  • Heating energy vendor name and account number
  • Electricity vendor name and account number
  • Verification of service address
  • Verification of previous months income
  • Completed and signed online application

To apply, click here.

Elmore and Ada Counties

Eligibility requirements for the Low-Income Energy Assistance Program:

  • 60% of the state median income
  • 150% of the poverty income guidelines
  • Verification of income
  • Submit a copy of their utility bill
  • Provide information about each member of their household

To apply, click here.

Bannock, Bear Lake, Bingham, Caribou, Franklin, Oneida and Power Counties

Eligibility requirements for the Southeastern Idaho LIHEAP:

  • Name, address, phone number, Social Security umber, and email address
  • Names/birthdates for all household members
  • Social Security cards for all household members
  • Heating energy vendor name/account number
  • Electric vendor name/account number/service agreement number
  • Verification of residence address
  • Income verification for the previous month

To apply, click here.

Blaine, Camas, Gooding, Lincoln, Jerome, Cassia, Minidoka and Twin Falls Counties

Eligibility requirements for the South Central Idaho LIHEAP:

  • Social Security cards for all household members
  • Prior months’ income for entire the household
  • Your latest heating bill with account number and address
  • Your latest electric bill with account number and address

To apply, click here.

Illinois Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Illinois rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Illinois LIHEAP Program:

  • Household’s combined income must be at or below 150% of the federal poverty line using state funds
  • Household’s combined income must be at or below 200% of the federal poverty level using DOE and HHS funding.

To apply, click here.

Indiana Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Indiana rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Marion and Hamilton Counties

Eligibility requirements for the Indiana Emergency Rental Assistance (IERA) Program:

  • Experienced financial hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic
  • Have an active eviction with a court case number and filing date
  • Must be a household at or below 80% of the AMI
  • The AMI values for this program can be found in table

To apply, click here.

Iowa Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Iowa rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship.

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Iowa Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program:

To apply, click here.

Des Moines, Henry, Lee and Louisa Counties

Eligibility requirements for the Southeast Iowa LIHWAP:

  • 30 days documentation of ALL household income for all adults in the household
  • Proof of Social Security numbers of all household members
  • Most recent heating bill
  • Most recent electric bill
  • Birth dates for all household members

To apply, click here.

Benton, Delaware, Dubuque, Iowa, Jackson, Johnson, Jones, Linn and Washington Counties

Eligibility requirements for the Hawkeye Area LIHWAP:

  • Gas, electricity, or LP under 30 percent from April 1st through September 30th
  • Identification
  • Heating Bill
  • Electric Bill
  • Utility Authorization Release

To apply, click here.

Boone, Jasper, Marion, Polk and Warren Counties

Eligibility requirements for the Iowa LIHWAP:

  • Proof of Social Security Numbers for all household members
  • Most recent heating bill
  • Most recent electric bill
  • Proof of income for all household members

To apply, click here.

Adair, Adams, Taylor and Union Counties

Eligibility requirements for the Iowa Emergency Assistance programs:

  • Proof of income for the past
  • 30 days or your most recent income tax return
  • Recent heat bill
  • Recent electric bill
  • Birthdates of all household members.
  • Proof of Social Security numbers

To apply, click here.

Cherokee, Ida, Lyon, Plymouth and Sioux Counties

Eligibility requirements for the LiHEAP Mid-Sioux:

  • Earn less than 200% of federal poverty guidelines
  • Owners and renters both qualify

To apply, click here.

Butler, Cerro Gordo, Floyd, Franklin, Hancock, Kossuth, Mitchell, Winnebago and Worth Counties

Eligibility requirements for the North Iowa LiHEAP:

  • Earn less than 200% of federal poverty guidelines

To apply, click here.

Allamakee, Bremer, Chickasaw, Clayton, Fayette, Howard and Winneshiek Counties

Eligibility requirements for the Northeast Iowa LiHEAP:

  • Recent copies of utility bills
  • Social Security cards for all persons living in your household
  • Final utility termination notice
  • Proof of gross income for the past 30 days

To apply, click here.

Black Hawk, Buchanan and Grundy Counties

Eligibility requirements for the Iowa LIHEAP:

  • Must have income at or below 200% of the federal poverty level
  • Have a disconnect notice, delinquent notice, or be unable to make a pay agreement
  • U.S. Citizen or legal resident
  • Water company must have agreed to participate in the LIHWAP program

To apply, click here.

Clarke, Decatur, Lucas, Monroe and Wayne Counties

Eligibility requirements for the South Central Iowa Utility Bill Assistance:

  • Proof of Social Security numbers for all household members
  • Most recent heating bill
  • Most recent electric bill
  • Proof of income for all household members

To apply, click here.

Appanoose, Davis, Jefferson, Keokuk, Mahaska, Wapello and Van Buren Counties

Eligibility requirements for the Southern Iowa Energy Assistance:

  • Proof of Social Security numbers for all household members
  • Most recent heating bill
  • Most recent electric bill
  • Proof of income for all household members

To apply, click here.

Buena Vista, Clay, Dickinson, Emmett, Hamilton, Humboldt, O’Brien, Osceola, Palo Alto, Pocahontas, Webster and Wright Counties

Eligibility requirements for the Iowa Energy Assistance:

  • Proof of identity for everyone living in the home
  • Gas, electric and/or water utility bills
  • Proof of income for every adult living in the home
  • Income from the past 30 days

To apply, click here.

Cass, Crawford, Fremont, Harrison, Mills, Monona, Montgomery, Page, Pottawattamie and Shelby Counties

Eligibility requirements for the West Central Iowa Energy Assistance:

  • Proof of income
  • Proof of Social Security numbers for all household members
  • Most recent heat bill
  • Most recent electric bill

To apply, click here.

Kansas Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Kansas rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Ellis County

Eligibility requirements for Rental Assistance for residents of Ellis County:

  • Proof of identity
  • Applicants are in need of housing
  • Applicants are families, couples, or single women
  • Must be 18 or older
  • Adult applicants must be clear of any illegal or controlled substances and have no alcohol in their system
  • Have no felony convictions involving violence or sexual offenses
  • Couples with a child or children must have the equivalent of 40 hours of employment
  • Adult applicants must be able to complete activities of daily living, and be able to care for themselves and children (if any)

To apply, click here.

Kansas City

Eligibility requirements for the Low Income Energy Assistance Program:

  • An adult living at the address must be personally responsible for paying the heating costs incurred at the current residence
  • Applicants must demonstrate a recent history of payments toward purchase of the primary heating energy
  • Gross household income may not exceed 150% of the federal poverty level

To apply, click here.

Kentucky Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Kentucky rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Louisville

Eligibility requirements for the Louisville Rental Assistance/Eviction Prevention:

  • Earn at or below 80% of the area median income
  • Proof of homelessness
  • Proof of disability (for some programs)

To apply, click here.

Clay, Jackson, Laurel, and Rockcastle Counties

Eligibility requirements for the Tenant Based Rental Assistance:

  • Must be homeless or being evicted from current place of dwelling
  • Must have a source of income to be able to pay rent and utilities after moving into the residence
  • Must meet the income guidelines for the program
  • Must not have moved into the residence prior to receiving help from Daniel Boone CAA, Inc.
  • Residence must pass HQS inspection

To apply, click here.

Richmond

Eligibility requirements for the The HOME TBRA Program:

  • Earn at or below 80 percent of the area median income
  • Proof of income
  • Proof of identity

To apply, click here.

Louisiana Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Louisiana rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Energy Assistance Program:

  • Utility bills for heating and cooling no older than 30 days
  • Previous 30 days for all household employment
  • Proof of unearned income
  • Disconnect or pending disconnection notice
  • Proof of present address
  • Government-issued photo ID
  • Social Security cards

To apply, click here.

Calcasieu Parish

Eligibility requirements for the Calcasieu Parish Emergency Rental Assistance Program: 

  • Must not have history of any prior ERAP assistance
  • Earn less than 80 percent of the area median income
  • Demonstrate a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability

To apply, click here.

Lafayette

Eligibility requirements for the Lafayette Parish Emergency Rental Assistance:

  • Qualified for unemployment benefits
  • Past-due rent or utility bills
  • Household income is at or below 80 percent of the area median income

To apply, click here.

New Orleans

Eligibility requirements for the New Orleans Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Valid State ID or passport
  • Proof of residency (lease/utility bill)
  • HANO worksheet
  • Proof of household income

To apply, click here.

St. Tammany Parish

Eligibility requirements for the St. Tammany Rental Assistance Program:

  • Income at or below 80 percent of the area median income
  • Reduction in household income or incurred significant costs
  • Experienced a financial hardship due to COVID-19

To apply, click here.

Baton Rouge

Eligibility requirements for the East Baton Rouge Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Income documentation
  • Proof of occupancy
  • Proof of obligation to pay rent
  • Proof of current housing instability
  • Photo ID

To apply, click here.

Calcasieu Parish

Eligibility requirements for the The Calcasieu Parish Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Must not have history of any prior ERAP assistance
  • Experiencing financial distress
  • Earn less than 80 percent of the area median income
  • Demonstrate a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability
  • Proof of financial distress
  • A lease or rental agreement
  • Valid identification for all adult members of household
  • Ledger or past due notice for rent

To apply, click here.

East Baton Rouge

Eligibility requirements for the Baton Rouge Emergency Rental Assistance:

  • Income documentation
  • Proof of occupancy
  • Proof of obligation to pay rent
  • Proof of current housing instability
  • Photo identification

To apply, click here.

Orleans

Eligibility requirements for the City Of New Orleans COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program:

  • Valid state ID or passport
  • Proof of residency (lease, utility bill, etc.)
  • HANO worksheet
  • Proof of household income

To apply, click here.

St. Tammany

Eligibility requirements for the St Tammany Rental Assistance Program:

  • Income at or below 80 percent of the area median income
  • Reduction in household income, incurred significant costs
  • Experienced a financial hardship due to COVID-19

To apply, click here.

Maryland Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Maryland rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Maryland Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Annual income at or below 50% of the area median income
  • Valid current lease identification
  • Income verification
  • Tenant certification
  • Tenant worksheet

To apply, click here.

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the The Strategic Targeted Eviction Prevention (STEP) Program:

  • Must be below 80% of the area median income
  • Must have suffered a hardship
  • 3 or more months behind on rent 

To apply, click here.

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Arundel Community Development Services Eviction Prevention Program (EPP):

  • Verification of household income
  • Rental/lease agreement or sublease
  • Photo identification for all adult members of household
  • Evidence of income loss due to or during the COVID-19 public health emergency

To apply, click here.

Carroll

Eligibility requirements for the Carroll Rental Assistance Program:

  • Household’s income may not exceed 50% of the area median income

To apply, click here.

Charles County

Eligibility requirements for the Charles County Eviction Assistance Grants:

  • Have a potential for or already be facing eviction
  • Not live in federally subsidized housing
  • Have lost some or all of income due to COVID-19
  • Have income below 80% of HUD’s median income

To apply, click here.

Kent and Caroline Counties

Eligibility requirements for the Maryland Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Copy of photo ID
  • Copy of lease or alternative documentation
  • Documentation of household income
  • Documentation of housing instability and overdue payments
  • Documentation of relocation or new unit expenses if requesting assistance for other housing-related costs

To apply, click here.

Prince George

Eligibility requirements for the Prince George’s County Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Copies of delinquent utility bills
  • Copy of landlord signed W-9 Form
  • Landlord Rental Assistance Agreement
  • Rent ledger

To apply, click here.

Wicomico County

Eligibility requirements for the Wicomico County ERAP Program:

  • Tenant obligated to pay rent on a residential dwelling
  • Household income at or below 80% of area median income
  • 1 or more individuals qualified for unemployment assistance
  • Experienced a reduction in household income, incurred significant costs, have a past due utility or rent notice, or have eviction notice
  • Unsafe or unhealthy living conditions
  • Any other evidence of such risk, as determined by DHCD

To apply, click here.

Massachusetts Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Massachusetts rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Massachusetts Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • ID for head of household
  • Proof of current housing
  • Verification of housing crisis
  • Income verification

To apply, click here.

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the City of Boston’s Rental Relief Fund:

  • Households earning less than 50% of AMI

To apply, click here.

Michigan Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Michigan rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship.

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance (CERA) Program:

  • Household income is below 80% AMI
  • Have experienced an eligible COVID-19 hardship
  • Household can demonstrate risk of experiencing homelessness
  • Copy of past-due rent notice
  • Copy of state ID or passport
  • Most current copy of lease agreement in tenant’s name
  • Provide all proof of earned
  • Copy of utility statements
  • Copy of internet bill/statement

To apply, click here.

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Michigan Energy & Weatherization:

  • Household income being at or below 200 percent of the federal poverty guidelines

To apply, click here.

Minnesota Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Minnesota rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

East Central Minnesota

Eligibility requirements for the East Central Minnesota Emergency Housing Assistance:

  • Proof of income for all adults
  • A copy of lease, rental agreement or mortgage statement
    • If you are currently homeless or searching for a new place to live, provide a copy of the new rental agreement when housing is found
  • Documentation of your emergency (late rent or mortgage notice)

To apply, click here.

East Central Minnesota

Eligibility requirements for the East Central Minnesota Energy Assistance:

  • Households whose gross income is at or below 60% of the state median income for the most recent three month period

To apply, click here.

Hennepin County

Eligibility requirements for the Hennepin County Emergency Rental Assistance:

  • Does not receive a rental subsidy, such as an MPHA or Section 8 subsidy
  • Have household income at or below Federal Poverty Income Guidelines
  • Have a denial letter from Hennepin County Emergency Assistance or other rental assistance provider if seeking security deposit assistance.

To apply, click here.

Hennepin County

Eligibility requirements for the Hennepin County Energy Assistance & Water Assistance:

  • Gross 3-month household income must be between $7,643 – $20,724 depending on the household size.

To apply, click here.

Itasca and Koochiching Counties

Eligibility requirements for the Itasca and Koochiching Counties Crisis Rent Assistance Program:

  • Household income verification for the last 30 days
  • Third-party verification of homelessness (if applicable)
  • Eviction letter (if applicable)
  • Verification of crisis (medical, job loss, repair receipts, etc.)
  • Verification of any funds paid toward the crisis

To apply, click here.

Anòka County

Eligibility requirements for the Anòka County Energy Assistance program:

  • Proof of all gross income received by all people in household in the last 3 full calendar months before the month you sign your application.

To apply, click here.

Cook, Lake and St. Louis Counties, including the City of Duluth, and Grand Portage Reservation

Eligibility requirements for the Northeast Minnesota Energy Assistance Program:

  • Gross 3-months household income must be between $9,171 – $24,869 depending on the household size.

To apply, click here.

Northwest Minnesota

Eligibility requirements for the Northwest Minnesota Energy Assistance Program:

  • Eligibility for Energy Assistance is calculated based on your income (income before taxes and other deductions) for a three-month period and the number of people in your household.

To apply, click here.

Scott and Carver Counties

Eligibility requirements for the Scott and Carver Counties Energy Assistance:

  • Annual Income must be between $32,667 – $82,925 depending on the household size

To apply, click here.

Blue Earth, Brown, Faribault, Le Sueur, Martin, Nicollet, Sibley, Waseca and Watonwan Counties

Eligibility requirements for the Southeast Minnesota Water Bills Energy Assistance:

  • Gross 3-month income must be between $9,171 – $24,340 depending on the household size

To apply, click here.

Blue Earth, Brown, Faribault, Le Sueur, Martin, Nicollet, Sibley, Waseca and Watonwan Counties

Eligibility requirements for the Southeast Minnesota Energy Assistance Program:

  • Annual income must be between $36,687 – $122,760 depending on the household size

To apply, click here.

Cottonwood, Jackson, Kandiyohi, Lincoln, Lyon, McLeod, Meeker, Redwood, and Renville Counties

Eligibility requirements for the UCAP’s Energy Assistance:

  • Gross 3-month income must be between $9,171 – $24,869 depending on the household size

To apply, click here.

Ramsey and Washington County

Eligibility requirements for the Ramsey and Washington County Energy Assistance:

  • 3-month gross household income must be between $9,171 – $24,340 depending on the household size

To apply, click here.

Ramsey County

Eligibility requirements for the Ramsey County Emergency Assistance:

  • Have not received EA/EGA help in the last 12 months.
  • Income is less than 200% of the federal poverty guideline for household size
  • Do not have enough resources to resolve your crisis
  • Have enough income to pay bills moving forward

To apply, click here.

Washington County

Eligibility requirements for the Washington County Emergency Assistance Program:

  • Has income below 200% of the federal poverty guideline
  • Has enough income to afford their basic need expenses for at least the next two calendar months
  • Does not have available resources to take care of their own emergency

To apply, click here.

Chippewa, Big Stone, Lac qui Parle, Swift and Yellow Medicine Counties

Eligibility requirements for the West Central Minnesota Energy Assistance Program:

  • Gross 3-month income must be between $9,171 – $122,760 depending on the household size

To apply, click here.

Clay, Douglas, Grant, Pope, Stevens, Traverse and Wilkin Counties

Eligibility requirements for the West Central Minnesota Energy Assistance Program:

  • Eligibility and awards are based on income, household size, and fuel cost

To apply, click here.

Wright County

Eligibility requirements for the Wright County Energy Assistance Program: 

  • 3-month gross household income must be between $9,171 – $30,690 depending on the household size

To apply, click here.

Missouri Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Missouri rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Greene County

Eligibility requirements for the Voluntary Action Center:

  • VAC understands that sometimes individuals may need some help with rent due to unforeseen/emergency circumstances.
  • VAC receives funding to provide rent assistance for those who may need it. Assistance ranges from one month to several months depending on the grants and eligibility. We do not provide utility assistance.
  • Rent assistance, please contact the VAC office at 573.874.2273 for eligibility.

To apply, click here.

Mississippi Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Mississippi rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Mississippi Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program:

  • Home Energy bills
  • Energy Crisis (emergency)
  • Weatherization and energy-related minor home repairs,(natural gas, wood, electricity, liquid propane/butane gas and other energy-related services)
  • Individuals must be within 60 percent of the current State Median Income Poverty Guidelines

To apply, click here.

Montana Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Montana rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Low Income Home Energy, Water and Weatherization Assistance Programs:

  • Household annual income must be between $28,136 – $119,505, depending on the household size

To apply, click here.

Prince George’s County

Eligibility requirements for the Prince George’s County Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP):

  • Must be scheduled by the Sheriff for eviction, or there must be an active Warrant for Possession that would allow the Sheriff to evict, or renter received a court summons or court judgement.
  • Faced a financial hardship arising because of or during the COVID-19 public health crisis.

To apply, click here.

Nebraska Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Nebraska rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the LIHEAP and CSBG Program:

  • Household annual income must be between $20,385 – $69,945 depending on the household size

To apply, click here.

Douglas County

Eligibility requirements for the Douglas County Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Suffered a financial hardship due to COVID-19
  • Earn at or below 80% of the area median income
  • Experiencing a risk of homelessness or housing instability (includes having a past due rent or utility bill)

To apply, click here.

Lancaster County

Eligibility requirements for the Lancaster County Emergency Relief Assistance Program:

  • Has had a loss of income due to COVID-19
  • Have unpaid rent balance that began on or after March 13, 2020
  • Must not duplicate other federal, state, or local assistance

To apply, click here.

New Jersey Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of New Jersey rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Hudson County

Eligibility requirements for the Hudson County CARES II Eviction Prevention:

  • Must have received a summons for eviction or notice from the landlord that rent is owed
  • Financial hardship must have been caused during March 2020 through August 2021
  • Annual household income must not exceed 80% of the area median income

To apply, click here.

Jersey City

Eligibility requirements for the Jersey City COVID-19 Rent Relief Program:

  • Income loss due to COVID-19
  • Rent owed since April 2020-November 2022
  • Incurred significant pandemic-induced cost or financial hardship
  • Household income at or below 80% of area median income
  • Have not previously received the full $10,000 from a past application to this program

To apply, click here.

Mercer County

Eligibility requirements for the Mercer County Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Qualified for unemployment benefits
  • Experienced a reduction in income
  • Suffered major costs directly or indirectly related to COVID-19
  • Demonstrate a risk of homelessness or housing instability
  • Household’s income must be at or below 80% of the area median income

To apply, click here.

New Mexico Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of New Mexico rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program:

  • Income no more than 150% of the federal poverty line
  • Annual household income must be between $20,385 – $69,945 depending on the household size

To apply, click here.

Bernalillo County

Eligibility requirements for the Bernalillo County Relief of Emergency Needs for Tenants (RENT) Assistance:

  • Had a financial impact during the COVID-19 pandemic that has made it difficult to pay rent
  • Currently be on a lease, or have a commitment to sign a lease and not be recipients of other federally subsidized rental assistance programs (such as Section 8 or Project-Based Voucher assistance, a Housing Choice Voucher, or Public Housing)
  • Not be a full-time student whose rent is paid by someone else
  • Have documentation that shows the household’s current total gross household income is less than 80% of the median family income

To apply, click here.

Doña Ana County

Eligibility requirements for the Doña Ana County Emergency Rent & Utilities Assistance Program:

  • Household income must be less than 50% of the area median income
  • Have been unemployed for more than 90 days, are facing eviction, or have had utilities shut off

To apply, click here.

New York Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of New York rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Oyster Bay

Eligibility requirements for the Town of Oyster Bay Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Financially affected by COVID-19
  • Household income must be under 80% of the area median income

To apply, click here.

North Carolina Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of North Carolina rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Haliwa-Siponi Indian Tribe

Eligibility requirements for the Haliwa-Siponi Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Must be an enrolled member of the Haliwa-Siponi Indian Tribe
  • Must be renting
  • Income at or below 80% of the area median income
  • Experienced a reduction of income or have had other financial hardship due to COVID
  • Experienced or are at risk of experiencing homelessness
  • Must not already be getting federally funding rental or rental energy assistance
  • Not limited to Tribal Territory
  • Must provide 2 months of most recent and current utility bills for energy/utility assistance

To apply, click here.

North Dakota Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of North Dakota rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the ND Rent Help Program:

  • Earning less than 80% of area median income, which equals an annual income of up to $80,000 for a family of four depending on the county in which they live
  • Have received unemployment benefits or have experienced financial hardship since the beginning of the pandemic since March 13, 2020
  • At risk of housing instability or homelessness due to difficulty affording housing and housing-related costs
  • Households who are at imminent risk of eviction

To apply, click here.

Ohio Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Ohio rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Clermont County

Eligibility requirements for the Clermont County Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Household income must be under 85% of the area median income (Area median income for a family of one is $48,350; family of four is $69,050)

To apply, click here.

Cincinnati

Eligibility requirements for the Salvation Army Greater Cincinnati Area Rent Assistance:

  • Those seeking assistance should call 513-762-5660, to schedule an in-person visit with a trained staff member.

To apply, click here.

Cincinnati

Eligibility requirements for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Rent and Utility Assistance:

  • City of Cincinnati residents
  • Meets income criteria (200% of the Federal Poverty Guideline)
  • Has notice to leave and/or eviction notice

To apply, click here.

Delaware County

Eligibility requirements for the Pathways to Hope:

  • Proof of all household income from the last 30 days
  • Provide additional information relevant to your case, including an eviction or shut off notice.

To apply, click here.

Hamilton County

Eligibility requirements for the Community Action Agency Home Relief Program:

  • 80% AMI, based on 12 month’s income or 30 days income
  • Direct or indirect COVID-19 hardship.
  • One or more individuals at risk of homelessness or housing instability.
  • Qualified for unemployment 2020/21 or reduction in household income.

To apply, click here.

Lake County

Eligibility requirements for the Lake County Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Has experienced at least one of the following due directly or indirectly to COVID-19:
    • Qualified for unemployment benefits
    • Experienced a reduction in household income
    • Incurred significant costs
    • Experienced other financial hardship
  • Can demonstrate a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability
  • Household income at or below 80% of the area median income

To apply, click here.

Mahoning County

Eligibility requirements for the Mahoning County Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Has experienced at least one of the following due directly or indirectly to COVID-19:
    • Qualified for unemployment benefits
    • Experienced a reduction in household income
    • Incurred significant costs
    • Experienced other financial hardship
  • Can demonstrate a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability
  • Household income at or below 80% of the area median income

To apply, click here.

Oklahoma Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Oklahoma rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program:

  • Be responsible for payment of home energy (households are not eligible for LIHEAP if the utility bill is paid directly to the provider by someone who does not reside at the residence)
  • Be a United States citizen or legally admitted for permanent residence
  • Meet countable resource standard including cash, checking or savings accounts, certificates of deposits, cryptocurrency, stocks, or bonds
  • Meet specific income guidelines that vary according to household size

To apply, click here.

Oregon Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Oregon rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Washington County

Eligibility requirements for the Washington County Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Households must earn under 50% of the area median income

To apply, click here.

Pennsylvania Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Pennsylvania rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Pennsylvania Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Has experienced at least one of the following due directly or indirectly to COVID-19:
    • Qualified for unemployment benefits
    • Experienced a reduction in household income
    • Incurred significant costs
    • Experienced other financial hardship
  • Can demonstrate a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability
  • Household income at or below 80% of the area median income

To apply, click here.

Berks County

Eligibility requirements for the Berks County Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Qualify for PA unemployment compensation OR
  • Experienced a 20% or more reduction in household income, incurred significant costs, or experienced other financial hardships AND
  • Household income at or below 80% of area median income AND
  • At risk of homelessness or housing instability

To apply, click here.

Chester County

Eligibility requirements for the Chester County Emergency Rent & Utility Assistance Program:

  • Has experienced at least one of the following due directly or indirectly to COVID-19:
    • Qualified for unemployment benefits
    • Experienced a reduction in household income
    • Incurred significant costs
    • Experienced other financial hardship
  • Can demonstrate a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability

To apply, click here.

Cumberland County

Eligibility requirements for the Cumberland County Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Annual household income must be between $29,750 – $56,100, depending on the household size
  • Homelessness must be documented; acceptable documentation includes a letter from a shelter, caseworker or other agency verifying homeless status

To apply, click here.

Westmoreland County

Eligibility requirements for the Westmoreland County Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Has experienced at least one of the following due directly or indirectly to COVID-19:
    • Qualified for unemployment benefits
    • Experienced a reduction in household income
    • Incurred significant costs
    • Experienced other financial hardship
  • Can demonstrate a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability
  • Household income at or below 80% of the area median income

To apply, click here.

Wayne County

Eligibility requirements for the Wayne County Emergency Rental Assistance Program: 

  • Tenants must be US citizens
  • qualified non-citizens with unexpired immigration status
  • Reduce the number of months assistance is received from 18 to 12
  • Pay arrearages only, such as past due rent and utilities
  • Limit eligible household income to <50% AMI
  • Unemployed households which have been unemployed for 90 days

To apply, click here.

York County

Eligibility requirements for the York County’s Emergency Rent Assistance Program:

  • You must rent your home or apartment
  • Demonstrate a financial impact directly or indirectly related to the COVID-19 pandemic
  • One or more individuals within the household can demonstrate a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability
  • The household must be a low-income family

To apply, click here.

Wyoming County

Eligibility requirements for the Wyoming County Emergency Rental and Utility Assistance Program:

  • You must qualify for Unemployment or have experienced a reduction in household income, incurred significant costs, or experienced a financial hardship due to COVID-19
  • You must demonstrate a risk of experiencing homelessness or loss of housing stability
  • Your gross household income must be below the income levels

To apply, click here.

Rhode Island Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Rhode Island rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Rhode Island LIHEAP:

  • You don’t have to be on public assistance
  • You don’t need to have an unpaid heating bill
  • You can either rent or own your home
  • Households must meet 60% of Rhode Island’s Median Income Levels that are set each program year

To apply, click here.

South Carolina Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of South Carolina rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Spartanburg County

Eligibility requirements for the Spartanburg County Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Must be at-risk for homelessness
  • Yearly income cannot be over 30% of the area median income
  • Must have had a sudden loss of income

To apply, click here.

South Dakota Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of South Dakota rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the South Dakota CARES Housing Assistance Program:

  • Households income qualify based on county of residence
  • Have one or more individuals in the household who has qualified for unemployment benefits, experienced a reduction in household income, incurred significant costs or experienced other financial hardship due directly or indirectly to the coronavirus outbreak
  • Have one or more individuals in the household that have a past due utility bill, rent notice, or are able to prove that they are at risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability

To apply, click here.

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Low Income Energy and Weatherization Assistance:

  • Complete an application
  • Total gross income may not exceed maximum income guidelines
  • Be responsible for paying home heating costs

To apply, click here.

Tennessee Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Tennessee rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Tennessee Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program:

  • 60% of State Median Income guidelines can receive assistance.
  • You don’t need to have a past due energy bill
  • You don’t have to be on public assistance
  • You can rent or own your home

To apply, click here.

Texas Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Texas rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Galveston County

Eligibility requirements for the Galveston County Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Must be impacted by COVID-19 or are having difficulty paying or collecting past due rent or current rent

To apply, click here.

Abilene

Eligibility requirements for the Abilene Housing Authority:

  • Be below income limits equal to 50% of the Area Median Income for the appropriate geographic area
  • At least one member of the household must be a citizen of the U.S. or have eligible immigration status
  • Must not owe any housing authorities any debts from previous participation in assisted housing programs
  • Must not have been terminated from any assisted housing program in the last year
  • May not be convicted of any violent or drug-related criminal activity in the past 3 years
  • Not been convicted of manufacture or distribution of methamphetamines on any federally funded housing property/program
  • Not subject to a lifetime registration as a sex offender

To apply, click here.

Grand Prairie and Dallas

Eligibility requirements for the Grand Prairie United Charities:

  • Picture ID for all household members 18+
  • Social Security Cards for ALL household members
  • Proof of income for the past 60 days for all household members 18+. (this includes SNAP, SSI, Disability, Child Support, Pension, Unemployment ALL INCOME.) No income, No worries. We have a non-employment affidavit for your use
  • Current signed Lease or Mortgage Statement or Section 8 Housing Letter
  • Current utility bill(s) not disconnect notice
  • If the following apply, please submit: Child Support Documentation, Food Stamp Award Letter, Housing Award Letter, Social Security/Disability Award Letter
  • Two Months of Bank Statements

To apply, click here.

Brownwood

Eligibility requirements for the Brownwood Housing Authority:

  • Certified birth certificate of ALL household members (hospital announcements will not be accepted)
  • Social Security card for ALL household members
  • Proof of income
    • If you have a job, please provide 4 consecutive current pay stubs
    • If you are self-employed you will need to provide a current 1099 or a ledger
    • Pension or retirement
    • SSI/SS award letter
    • Child Support
    • Unemployment Benefits
    • Workers Compensation
    • TANF award letter
    • Income from Rental Property
    • Alimony
    • Babysitting or Adult Care
    • Military Pay/ Reserves/ VA Benefits of Housing
    • Investment Income/ Royalty

To apply, click here.

Tarrant County

Eligibility requirements for the Community Action Partners Services:

  • Must be the account holder or authorized user on utility account if requesting utility assistance (authorized user must reside in the home)
  • Utility assistance covers electricity, water and gas/ propane only
  • Must be the primary lease or mortgage holder if requesting rental or mortgage assistance
  • May only apply for rent, mortgage or utility assistance related to one primary property

To apply, click here.

Houston

Eligibility requirements for the Northwest Assistance Ministries Rent and MortgageAssistance Program:

  • Photo identification for adult household members
  • SS cards for every household member (Previous year tax return with social security number is acceptable)
  • Birth Certificate for children 0-17 years of age (Birth facts acceptable)
  • Entire current signed (electronic signatures are accepted) written lease, housing agreement or mortgage statement (dated within last 30 days) in the name of the client applying for assistance
  • Copy of Utility (water, electricity, gas, cable) bill dated within 30 days
  • Proof of household income for the past 45 days
  • Current SNAP award letter (if applicable)
  • Current SSI award letter for anyone in the household receiving it(if applicable)
  • Unemployment statement (if applicable)
  • Proof of loss must be within 30 days
  • Documented proof of doctor’s appointment, 1st day of work, interview or homelessness (if applicable)

To apply, click here.

Tyler

Eligibility requirements for the PATH Rent & Mortgage Assistance:

  • Have you been helped with rent in the last 2 years?- PATH helps with rent one time every 2 years
  • Do you have an eviction notice? – You must be subject to being evicted for us to assist with rent.
  • Did you have something unexpected happen that caused you to be unable to pay rent this month? – You must have had an unexpected expense or loss of income for us to assist.
  • Are you normally able to pay your rent with your income? – You must have enough income to cover your own rent under normal circumstances. Once we pay rent, you should be able to pay rent on your own next month. We require proof of income for the household. (30 days)
  • If you qualify, a caseworker will schedule an appointment. When you have been scheduled for an appointment, please bring your eviction notice, income documentation, and ID

To apply, click here.

Utah Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Utah rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship.

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Home Energy Assistance Target Program:

  • The total household income is at or below 150% of the federal poverty level
  • The household is responsible for paying home energy costs
  • The household has at least one adult (18 years of age or older or emancipated)
  • The household contains at least one US citizen or qualified non-citizen

To apply, click here.

Vermont Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Vermont rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship.

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Upper Valley Housing Helpers:

  • To be able to speak with a service coordinator at LISTEN, participants must live in LISTEN’s service area. You are eligible for a grant every five years.

To apply, click here

Montpelier

Eligibility requirements for the Vermont State Housing AuthorityLandlord Relief Program:

  • The gross rent (rent plus all utilities) must meet affordability standards for an individual/family at 80% of AMI
  • Landlords must demonstrate regular inspections have been performed on the property and unit, and inspections will continue to occur after the claim is processed
  • Properties owned by a housing authority are not eligible
  • Properties owned by non-profit housing agencies with project-based subsidies or tax credits attached are not eligible

To apply, click here

Waterbury

Eligibility requirements for the State of Vermont Emergency/General Assistance:

  • Have an emergency need
  • Not have the income or resources to meet that need

To apply, click here

Bennington

Eligibility requirements for the The Emergency Needs Fund:

  • Low-income residents of the Southshire experiencing financial crisis are eligible to receive financial assistance. The Fund helps with costs like rent, mortgage payments and shelter
  • Funds can be used for utility payments or other household necessities
  • If you already work with a case manager from another organization, please consult them before requesting funds
  • To request assistance from the Emergency Needs Fund, contact the Fund Manager
  • Alternatively, you can also get an application at GBCS’ office on Depot Street

To apply, click here

Brattleboro / Windham County

Eligibility requirements for the SEVCA Housing Assistance Program:

  • Be a resident of Windham or Windsor County
  • Be homeless or at-risk of homelessness
  • Needs assessed individually, please call 800-464-9951 to speak to your local Family Services office.

To apply, click here

Chittenden County

Eligibility requirements for the COTS Private Funds:

  • Currently residing in Chittenden County
  • Currently a tenant of COTS
  • All requests must be tied to a housing plan to support immediate housing stability with an identified timeline
  • Financial assistance is provided to households who would become or remain homeless WITHOUT financial assistance alone
  • Households will be required to provide documentation on their housing status, income verification, and documentation of liability

To apply, click here

Virginia Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Virginia rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship.

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the The Virginia Energy Assistance Program:

  • Must be resident of the locality in which application is made
  • Must have a heating or cooling expense responsibility
  • Household must contain at least one vulnerable individual who is age 60 or over
  • Household must contain at lwho is living with a disability, or is under age 6.
  • Monthly gross income may not exceed list of Household Size and Maximum Income

To apply, click here

Washington Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Washington rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship.

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the Washington LIHEAP Program:

  • Eligibility is based on several factors, including household income, size, and heating costs

To apply, click here

Clark County

Eligibility requirements for the Clark County Treasury Rent Assistance:

  • Has experienced at least one of the following due directly or indirectly to COVID-19:
    • Qualified for unemployment benefits
    • Experienced a reduction in household income
    • Incurred significant costs
    • Experienced other financial hardship
  • Can demonstrate a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability
  • Household income at or below 50% of the area median income
  • Have not yet received T-RAP or TERA Housing Assistance.
  • Must be a renter

To apply, click here.

Lewis County

Eligibility requirements for the Lewis County Emergency Rental Assistance:

  • Must have a household income of 80% of the area median income

To apply, click here.

Pierce County

Eligibility requirements for the Pierce County Rental Assistance:

  • Household must agree to Case Management Services
  • Household must be a renter
  • Household must currently reside in unit
  • Household must have past due rent
  • Household is behind on rent up to 3 months
  • Household is under 80% of the area median income
  • Household must have a lease in their own name

To apply, click here.

Thurston County

Eligibility requirements for the Thurston County Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Behind on rent
  • At risk of homelessness
  • At or below 80% Thurston County area median income

To apply, click here.

Whatcom County

Eligibility requirements for the Whatcom Rental Assistance Program:

  • Must be a resident of Whatcom county
  • Household income must be at or below 80% of the area median income
  • Household currently behind on rent

To apply, click here.

Wisconsin Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Wisconsin rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the​ Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program:

  • You must be a resident of Wisconsin
  • You must need financial assistance with home energy costs
  • You must have an income lower than 60% of the state median income

To apply, click here.

Dane County

Eligibility requirements for the Dane CORE Program:

  • Owe rent to your current or former landlord, or know for certain you won’t be able to pay your rent next month
  • Has experienced at least one of the following due directly or indirectly to COVID-19:
    • Qualified for unemployment benefits
    • Experienced a reduction in household income
    • Incurred significant costs
    • Experienced other financial hardship
  • Can demonstrate a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability
  • Household income at or below 80% of the area median income

To apply, click here.

Milwaukee County

Eligibility requirements for the Milwaukee County Rental Assistance Program:

  • Must be a renter
  • Must have an income lower than 80% of the area median income.
  • Must have past-due rent
  • Experienced at least one of the following:
    • Have experienced a loss or significant reduction of income or incurred significant expenses due directly or indirectly to the Covid-19 pandemic
    • Qualify for unemployment benefits
    • Experienced a loss of income in the last 60 days

To apply, click here.

Waukesha County

Eligibility requirements for the Waukesha County Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

  • Must live in Waukesha or Milwaukee County
  • Must be a renter
  • Must have an income lower than 80% of the area median income.
  • Must have past-due rent

To apply, click here.

West Virginia Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of West Virginia rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Statewide

Eligibility requirements for the West Virginia Low Income Energy Assistance Program:

  • Benefits is based on income, household size and whether
  • The household is responsible for paying water or wastewater bills.
  • The maximum allowable gross income levels for LIHWAP Fiscal Year 2022
  • To qualify, the household must meet all program guidelines, which includes an applicant’s annual income being at or below 60 percent of the State Median Income.

To apply, click here.

Wyoming Rental Assistance Programs

The following is a list of Wyoming rental assistance programs for renters experiencing hardship:

Natrona County

Eligibility requirements for the Interfaith of Natrona County Rent/Utility Assistance:

  • Gross family income must not exceed federal poverty income guidelines
  • Applicant must demonstrate a verifiable decrease or interruption of income or extraordinary expense
  • Applicant must demonstrate a verifiable ability to pay future rent/utility and living expenses
  • Applicant must demonstrate homelessness or the danger of becoming homeless
  • Other emergency circumstances are considered on a case-by-case basis

To apply, click here.