Rent Assistance
Hope Assistance Program
The HOPE Assistance program can assist senior and disabled populations living on a fixed-income to reduce household debt to their leasing agent, LG&E, and Louisville Water. Assistance is limited to households that do not have the ability to grow their income due to age, retirement, and/or disability. To apply, schedule an appointment online or call 502-308-3344 and select option 2 for HOPE. Learn more about the HOPE Assistance Program.
Please note, if you have already received funds through this program you are no longer eligible.
Eviction Diversion Initiative
Hope and Door Rental Assistance is a national rental assistance program that will accept applications from EDI clients in all our sites. Some important things to keep in mind when submitting applications or referring individuals:
Rental assistance is available only for families who have experienced a temporary economic disruption (unexpected expense, job loss, illness or injury, unpaid parental leave, etc.) but who can demonstrate ability to pay moving forward (currently employed, receiving public benefits, proof of new job offer, etc.).
Families or individuals must have a child under 18 living in the home at least 51% of the time in order to qualify
Approved payments are for two months of rent, with no maximum cap, and are paid directly to the landlord.
Once complete, applications can be approved and paid within 7 days.
Here is the link to apply online: https://hopeanddoor.org/apply-online/
The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army can assist 50 households each week with $300 towards rent (or deposit), or $150 each towards rent and utilities. Here’s how to apply:
Step 1: Go to the Salvation Army’s website and enter your zip code. IMPORTANT: The application portal opens up each Monday around 8am and appointments go VERY quickly so be sure to try and do this step as close to 8am on Monday as possible.
Step 2: You’ll need to enter your email and give them an access code so be sure you can sign in to the email you give.
Step 3: If the portal is showing "assistance not available for your zip code," this does not mean they are not helping your zip code, it just means that they are full for the week. If that message shows up, please try again on Monday when the slots for the week open back up.
Step 4: If you do get one of the 50 slots a week, you’ll be prompted to fill out a form. To ensure that you don’t lose your spot, try to fill out only the required information. You can give the optional answers to your assigned case worker later on. It takes about a week to process the funding. You will also need an electronic copy of your lease so be sure to have that ahead of time!
Please note, you are only eligible to access this assistance once every two years. If funds are being used towards rent, they must cover the remaining balance owed.
Rent Assistance with the Community Ministries
Community Ministries may have help with rent available.
Reach out to your local Community Ministry to determine their application process for rent assistance.
To begin, put your address into this interactive map and click on the top result to learn more about your ministry.
There is no guarantee of rent assistance being granted, however your Community Ministry has an abundance of resources for many other needs.
Please note, when rent assistance is available, it is being prioritized for neighbors who have a plan for paying their rent moving forward.
JCPS Family Resource and Youth Services Centers (FRYSCs)
JCPS Family Resource and Youth Services Centers can help navigate for families of students facing hardship.
Some schools may have resources available as well.
To find your child’s school’s FRYSC, please consult this website.
LIHEAP Program at the Neighborhood Places
The Fall Subsidy component of LIHEAP will operate from November 5th through December 20th, 2024, or until funding is depleted, whichever comes first.
Applicants must be Jefferson County residents with a household income at or below 150 percent of the federal poverty guidelines.
Residents wishing to apply must schedule an appointment utilizing the online system below or by calling our automated phone appointment system at 502-991-8391.
Utility Assistance with the Community Ministries
Reach out to your local Community Ministry to determine their application process for utility assistance.
To begin, put your address into this interactive map and click on the top result to learn more about your ministry.
Food Assistance
Financial assistance for basic needs are extremely limited in Louisville right now. Another option is to rely on food pantries for your families’ needs so that money might be able to go to utility bills and rent. To find food pantries closest to you and their contact information, go to Dare to Care’s website here.
Do you need help navigating resources and next steps for yourself and your family?
Please note: this form is not directly attached to financial assistance, but we are able to connect you to programs that may have access to emergency support. To receive the best help, fill out the form as thoroughly as possible.