Rental assistance available through partnership to distribute $25 million in aid

     Jackson County residents who are unable to pay past due rent and utility bills due to the COVID-19 pandemic are encouraged to apply for assistance through a partnership between the Community Services League (CSL) and the United Way of Greater Kansas City. 
     The collaborative is tasked with administering $25 million in aid from the federal Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) for state, county, and municipal governments. 
     Additional financial assistance is available to the residents of Jackson County through the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) for housing stability services to eligible rental households who demonstrate a risk of experiencing housing instability, have seen their income reduced by the COVID-19 pandemic, and earn a household income at or below 80% of the area median income. Rental and utility assistance payments are made directly to the landlord or utility provider on behalf of the tenant.
     More information about the program, including eligibility requirements, an application checklist, and more, can be found at www.jacksoncountyerap.org. Detailed program information is also available for Spanish-speaking families at www.jacksoncountyerap.org/espanol.
​​     Grandview Assistance Program (GAP), Raytown Emergency Assistance Program (REAP), Lee’s Summit Social Services and Hope House, in addition to CSL’s locations, are serving as application hubs with dedicated ERAP Case Managers.