Get emergency rent assistance
Contact your state to find emergency help paying your rent.
Each state has its own eligibility rules. To find information near you,
Your state or local agency may refer you to a community or nonprofit organization that can help if you do not qualify for a government program.
If you want to talk to a housing counselor, find your local Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) participating counseling agency.
If you have a disability and need legal help, contact the National Disability Rights Network in your state or territory.
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LAST UPDATED: April 15, 2026
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