COVID-19 Assistance Resources

Who is eligible?

GRA can serve renter households that have combined incomes less than 80% of Area Median Income (AMI) who meet the following conditions: Qualified for unemployment benefits or has experienced a reduction in household income, incurred significant costs, or experienced other financial hardship due directly or indirectly to COVID-19; and Demonstrates a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability; AND Has a household income at or below 80 percent of the Area Median Income (AMI) , with priority given to: 1) households below 50 percent of the AMI, or 2)  households with one or more individuals who have been unemployed 90 days or longer at the time of application Households with incomes that fall below 50% AMI will be prioritized. Households are also prioritized where one or more household members are unemployed and have been unemployed for 90 days.

What documents will a tenant need to show eligibility?

Renters will need the following general types of documents/items (e.g., copies, pictures, screenshots, etc.) along with their signed, fully completed application. The application and portal will specify the actual documents required.

• Identification (State ID or a passport)
• Income documents for every adult (age 18 and older) in the household and unearned income attributable to a minor
• Past due rent notice or past due utility bills
• Copy of the lease
• Proof of unemployment qualification OR documents showing a reduction in income, significant costs, or financial hardship due directly or indirectly to the coronavirus
• If applying for utility assistance in addition to rent, copies of your most recent utility bills showing the amount owed, the utility provider and account number