The funds for this program have been depleted, and we are no longer accepting applications. If you are in need of rent or utility assistance, visit nc211.org/hope to apply for the NC HOPE Program.
225 Total Families Assisted in 65 Counties
NC REALTORS® and the NC REALTORS® Housing Foundation has made a contribution of $200,000 to the North Carolina Housing Coalition in support of their work to assist those in need of mortgage and rental relief assistance as a result of COVID-19. The Coalition, through their network of 20 housing counseling agencies, will be able to use these funds to provide affected families with a one-time payment of up to $1,000 for their rent or mortgage. These funds will provide 200 families across the state the ability to remain in their homes.
Type of Assistance
Assistance is available to qualified applicants towards one of the following options: 1) Monthly mortgage or rental expense for the primary residence. Relief assistance is limited to a maximum of $1,000 per applicant per household. Deadline for application submission is December 31, 2020. Please note this assistance is for housing relief only; other expenses including vehicle purchase, repair and or mileage are ineligible for reimbursement under this program.
Eligibility
Recipient must be a full-time resident of the home.
Confidentiality
All information provided will remain confidential and will be available only to those who need to confirm eligibility for assistance and to those who process the assistance.
Disbursement of Funds
In order to provide for a reasonable and equitable distribution of funds, assistance will be provided on a first come, first serve basis. All grants are contingent upon the availability of funds. Grants will be payable directly to the mortgage lender or landlord.
How to Submit an Application
Applicants must submit an application through a local housing counseling agency. Click here for a list of agencies and the counties they cover. If your county does not have an agency listed please contact the closest agency to you.
