Rent Assistance | Sangamon County Department of Community Resources

2833 South Grand Avenue East, Suite C100, Springfield, IL 62703

Eligibility

Must meet income guidelines, be working 30 or more hours per week with a 30 day history of work or receiving Social Security income, must not be more than one month delinquent in rent or provide proof of an established repayment plan with their landlord, rent must not exceed 50% of the household income, must provide proof of an unavoidable hardship due to no fault of your own (example: house fire, hospitalization, unexpected paid repair), must provide explanation of why rent has not been paid in a timely manner, cannot receive subsidized housing

Required documents

Proof of working 30 or more hours per week with a 30 day history of work or receiving Social Security income, proof of an established repayment plan with their landlord, proof of an unavoidable hardship due to no fault of your own (example: house fire, hospitalization, unexpected paid repair), must provide explanation of why rent has not been paid in a timely manner, others upon request

Application process

Call to set up an appointment

Fees

None

Service area

Sangamon County, IL

Description

Offers rent assistance, up to $800, for those in need. There are requirements to be approved. See website for complete details. Once approved, applicant must attend a Financial Literacy workshop before payment is made to the landlord.

Providing organization

Sangamon County Department of Community Resources

Provides critical support programs for those in need.