RIHousing: RentReliefRI: Community Engagement Toolkit

The success of the RentReliefRI program will depend on renters and landlords across the state knowing about the program and how they can apply. That's why we are hoping you will work with us to spread the word.

We've created a program one-pager and a Community Engagement Toolkit (in both English and Spanish) that you can use when sharing program information with your customers, clients and community contacts. We've also created a RentReliefRI Partner webpage where we will be sharing updates and outreach materials.

Please be sure to check out the new partner webpage for important updates and resources as we will be adding to this page throughout the duration of the program.

Program Overview

Rhode Island renters struggling to cover rent and utility payments due to COVID may qualify for up to 12 months of emergency assistance thanks to the new federal relief aid. The program can pay for rent and utilities owed back to April 1, 2020 and can also cover up to three months of upcoming rent. Renters may apply for help with paying for utilities even if they do not need help paying for rent. There is no monthly cap on eligible rent relief and in some instances, an additional 3 months of assistance may be available.

Both landlords and tenants may initiate an application for the program. Information from both the tenant and landlord will be required to successfully complete an application. Eligible households must be at or below 80% of Area Median Income (AMI), which translates into approximately $69,200 annual income for a family of four in most parts of the State. Funds will be paid directly to landlords and utility service providers.

Visit www.RentReliefRI.com today for program information, eligibility criteria and FAQs.

• RentReliefRI Community Engagement Toolkit - (click here for Spanish)
• RentReliefRI One-Pager
• RentReliefRI Partner Webpage

About RentReliefRI

RentReliefRI is being supported, in whole or in part, by federal award number ERA0013 awarded to the State of Rhode Island by the U.S. Department of Treasury.

Courtesy of RIHousing