Rental Assistance Resources
These Resources are subject to available funding.
POLK COUNTY FAMILY & COMMUNITY OUTREACH
RESOURCE CENTER:
(503) 623-9664
182 SW Academy St #220, Dallas, OR 97338
(Deposit Assistance when living in the 97304-zip code)
Polk County Resource Center provides the following services: Emergency financial assistance for rent, utilities, birth certificates, ID cards, and prescriptions; hygiene items, diapers, transportation passes, shower passes and gas cards; comprehensive information and referral; child care resources and referrals and education to providers and parents. Also offers seasonal programs including school supplies and holiday assistance.
EASTERSEALS OREGON
EASTERSEALS OREGON SUPPORTIVE SERVICES FOR VETERAN FAMILIES SALEM
SUPPORTIVE SERVICES FOR VETERAN FAMILIES
Provides a short-term housing intervention program for low-income veterans and their families experiencing homelessness or at imminent risk of becoming homeless.
Eligibility:
Veterans and veteran families that are homeless or at imminent risk of homelessness and have an income at or below 80% of Area Median Income with any discharge other than "Dishonorable." Veteran must be present in household to participate.
3878 Beverly Ave NE Suite 5 Salem, OR 97305
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm
Phone: (971) 304-7140
asoemadi@or.easterseals.com
SALVATION ARMY RAY & JOAN KROC CORPS
SALVATION ARMY KROC SOCIAL SERVICES MARION COUNTY
PAST DUE RENT PAYMENT ASSISTANCE & DEPOSIT ASSISTANCE
Provides rent assistance or deposit/first month's rent assistance. Amount of assistance depends on available funding.
1977 Front Street NE Salem, OR 97301
Eligibility: Must have 72-hour eviction notice or be homeless. Other eligibility requirements based on available funding. Call for more information.
Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-3pm
(503) 585-6688 Family Services
(503) 798-4860 Shelter
COVID-19 INFORMATION: Due to COVID-19, lobby is closed.
INTAKE PROCEDURE: Call for eligibility screening.
DOCUMENTS: Documents will be identified and requested when calling for an appointment.
AREA SERVED: Marion and Polk Counties
Services: Rent Payment Assistance Rental Deposit Assistance Other Services Offered At This Location: FOOD - FOOD PANTRY HOUSING/SHELTER - LIGHTHOUSE SHELTER UTILITIES - ENERGY ASSISTANCE
SALVATION ARMY RAY & JOAN KROC CORPS COMMUNITY CENTER
PAST DUE RENT PAYMENT ASSISTANCE & DEPOSIT ASSISTANCE
Provides rent payment assistance and rental deposit assistance based on funds available.
1865 Bill Frey Drive NE Salem, OR 97301
Eligibility: Must have 72-hour eviction notice or be homeless. Other eligibility requirements based on available funding. Call for more information.
(503) 585-6688 Family Services
(503) 566-5762 Main phone
Email Address: SalemKrocComments@usw.salvationarmy.org
Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency
615 Commercial Street, NE in Salem.
(503) 585-6232
The Housing Assistance Program, or HAP, can provide a government grant for rental expenses or other housing costs. Money can also be used to pay a security deposit. Referrals are needed from other local non-profits.
Emergency, one time funds for paying back rent may be issued. This is low income families in Salem as well as the county, single parents, or senior citizens. Additional funds may be offered for energy bills.
The ARCHES Project
615 Commercial NE St, Salem, OR 97301
Offers various homeless prevention programs, including for veterans. Whether government grant money to help pay rent or utility bills, or funds to help pay for moving or security deposits, assistance is offered. They also help people find stable, affordable housing and address budgeting needs. Call for move-in assistance, first month’s rent or deposit help, loans and even free landlord-tenant mediations. Dial (503) 399-9080, and veterans can apply for housing grants from SSVF as well.
ARCHES homeless prevention and rehousing programs include many components. Some tenants may be given one-time rental help or loans for paying for security deposits or utilities. There are also federally funded resources that subsidize rent, including TBRA. More on Marion County Oregon homeless prevention.
OREGON HUMAN DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION OF MARION AND POLK COUNTIES
FARMWORKER HOUSING ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
Provides various types of housing assistance, depending on the program, including rental and utility assistance, emergency shelter, homelessness, eviction prevention, and other assistance to agricultural workers and their families.
1585 N Pacific Highway
Suite S Woodburn, OR 97071
Eligibility: Low-income agricultural workers who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless, not having caused their own homelessness. Priority is given to low-income agricultural workers, but low-income nonagricultural workers may be eligible depending on the program. Legal immigration status is not required.
Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
(503) 982-5100
Email Address: frances.alvarado@ohdc.org
FEES: None
INTAKE PROCEDURE: Walk in or call for more information
DOCUMENTS: Call for required documents
LANGUAGES: English, Spanish, interpretation or signing by arrangement
AREA SERVED: Benton, Lane, Linn, Marion and Polk Counties
SITE HOURS: Monday-Friday 8am-noon and 1pm-5pm
Services:
· Community Shelters * Agricultural Laborers
· Domestic Violence Motel Vouchers * Agricultural Laborers
· Electric Service Payment Assistance * Agricultural Laborers
· Eviction Prevention Legal Assistance * Agricultural Laborers
· Gas Service Payment Assistance * Agricultural Laborers
· Homeless Motel Vouchers * Agricultural Laborers
· Rent Payment Assistance * Agricultural Laborers
· Rental Deposit Assistance * Agricultural Laborers
· Water Service Payment Assistance * Agricultural Laborers
HOAP
694 Church NE St, Salem, OR 97301
Phone - (503) 588-5827
For tenants, low-income families, and working poor in Salem only. Renters with an eviction notice can get help, including financial aid. There are also grant programs for tenants, referrals, and ongoing case management.
Union Gospel Mission Of Salem
The charity will offer homeless prevention advice, referrals to loan programs, and financial aid. The Simonka Place NLF program is based at 5119 River Road NE, Keizer, Oregon 97303, and dial
(503) 362-7487 for information. A second location is at 345 Commercial Street NE, Salem, OR 97301, dial (503) 362-3983.
Fostering Hope
Helps with deposits, application fees, and first month’s rent. (503) 428-3602
Helping Hands phone number is 503-364-9936.
Various emergency financial help programs.
RENT WELL/READY TO RENT PROGRAMS:
Rent Well Program
https://rentwell.org/tenants/
503.515.1328
Arches/Rent Well
Christa Hensley/RENT Education Coordinator
615 Commercial St. NE Salem, OR 97301
503 399-9080 ext.4006
Fax 503 399-9118