Rental Assistance
Rental & Utility Assistance Application
NOTE: Due to the high volume of requests, we have closed the application.
If you are currently in need of assistance please visit the City of Spokane Resident Assistance page here.
If you have any questions about a previously submitted application please call:
(509) 756-1886
What We Offer
We partnered with the City of Spokane to provide rental assistance funding to African Americans and the BIPOC population in the greatest need.
Our Rental Assistance Application Portal is not open to the general public.
We are accepting & reviewing applications on a case-by-case basis. A member of the rental assistance program team will contact you after your application has been submitted.
APPLICATION CURRENTLY CLOSED.
Eviction Notice?
If you have received an eviction notice contact one of the legal resources below IMMEDIATELY. They may be able to help.
Eviction Mediation Programs
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Apply for legal help through CLEAR*Online
Call 1-855-657-8387, the Eviction Defense Screening Line. Interpreters available.
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Spokane Bar Association VLP, Housing Justice Project
(509) 477-2674
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Wendy Schatz, Eviction Resolution Specialist
(509) 456-0103 Extension 3
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Other Resources
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Washington Tenants Union
206-723-0500
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Additional Resources
Utility Assistance - The city has suspended late fees and water shut off for non-payment and Avista has announced suspending utility shut-off as well. You can receive financial assistance by calling SNAP at 456-SNAP.
A Guide for Families who need Financial Assistance - Washington State Department of Financial Institutions
Employment Assistance Information - Washington State Employment Security Department
Housing Assistance Information - Spokane Housing Authority
A Community Resource Guide - The Fig Tree
Free Eviction Resolution Program - Northwest Mediation Center and Fulcrum Institute
Employment Information, Insurance, and Basic Needs - Spokane Resource Center
Legal assistance for tenants - Volunteer Lawyer Program