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Utility Rent Assistance

Offering emergency rent and utility assistance to keep families who are struggling to pay basic bills in their homes.

Holland, MI Corps Utility Rent Assistance Information

At The Salvation Army, our goal is to help individuals and families remain safely housed and move toward greater stability. We understand that unexpected hardships such as job loss, medical expenses, rising costs, or other life challenges can place tremendous pressure on a household. When resources allow, we provide assistance to help prevent utility shutoffs, evictions, and housing loss while connecting people with additional community resources and support.

Every situation is unique, and our team is committed to treating each person with dignity, compassion, and respect. While funding is limited and eligibility requirements apply, we strive to walk alongside our neighbors during difficult seasons and help meet critical needs whenever possible.

Help with Utilities, Rent & Mortgage Assistance

Help with Utilities, Rent & Mortgage Assistance

Utility Assistance

Utility assistance is available when funding allows, including gas, electric and deliverable fuel assistance. The majority of utility assistance comes from the Energy Assistance Services grant with the State of Michigan (MEAP), Consumer's Energy Gift Funds and DTE Gift Funds. 

Rent / Mortgage Assistance

A small amount of rent and / or mortgage assistance funds may be available during the program year, with a maximum assistance amount of $1,500 per household.

Eligibility guidelines include: 

  • Not having received rent / mortgage assistance from The Salvation Army in the past three (3) years
  • Household income of 60% SMI or less
  • Must reside in The Salvation Army Holland Corps Community Center service area
  • Past due rent
  • Must have one of the following: 
    • Recent loss of income
    • Significant medical expense
    • Household member with a disability
    • Senior age 62 or older
    • Children in the household

Stats

1,575,098

households in America were provided with financial assistance, including housing, Medical, utilities, transportation and more

7.6 million

renters are at risk of eviction every year open_in_new

22.9 million

American households pay more than half their income for rent, often forgoing necessities, like food or medicine open_in_new

Help build a safe space for a kid to grow, learn, and build lifelong skills.

Help build a safe space for a kid to grow, learn, and build lifelong skills.

By donating to support rent and utility assistance programs, you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families in your community, ensuring they have a safe place to call home.

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