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These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on September 25, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in California, we recommend that you visit the Secretary of State's website or the California COVID-19 portal.
Health-Related Relief Programs
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National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics
The National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics (NAFC) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization comprised of free, community-based, non-profit, volunteer-supported medical clinics serving people without, or with little, health insurance. The NAFC … » more information -
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Recognizing that COVID-19 related quarantines and social distancing efforts may exacerbate domestic violence, the National Domestic Violence Hotline is continuing to operate and is providing coronavirus-specific guidance regarding safety planning … » more information -
Wind Youth Services
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, Wind Youth Services is providing overnight emergency shelters for adolescents (age 12-17) and young adults (age 18-24). The organization is also continuing to operate its youth center in accordance with local … » more information -
Center for the Pacific Asian Family
Recognizing that COVID-19 related quarantines and social distancing efforts may exacerbate domestic violence, the Center for the Pacific Asian Family is continuing to (i) operate its 24/7 multi-lingual helpline for those affected by, or seeking … » more information -
Coalition to Abolish Slavery & Trafficking
Recognizing that COVID-19 related quarantines and social distancing efforts may force trafficking victims to remain in unsafe places with traffickers, the Coalition to Abolish Slavery & Trafficking is continuing to (i) operate its 24-hour hotline … » more information -
Downtown Women’s Center of Los Angeles
During the COVID-19 outbreak, the Downtown Women’s Center of Los Angeles (DWC) is continuing to (i) operate its women’s health clinic, and (ii) provide meal and mail services, shower and bathroom access, and case management and employment services … » more information
Housing-Related Relief Programs
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California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs)
CalWORKs is a public assistance program that provides cash aid and services to eligible families that have a child or children. Families with little or no cash, or those that require housing, food, utilities, clothing or medical care, may also be … » more information -
City of Riverside, California: Residential Rental Assistance Program
The City of Riverside Rental Assistance Program will assist eligible City of Riverside residential renters impacted by COVID-19 with up to three months of past due rent. This program only covers back rent; it will not pay for future or current rent … » more information -
County of Riverside, California: Assistance for Residential Renters
Riverside County, in partnership with the United Way of the Inland Valleys and Lift to Rise, has established a program to provide financial assistance to renters. The program will distribute $33 million in rental assistance between the months of … » more information -
Discounted Hotels for Health Care Workers
Governor Gavin Newsom has announced a statewide partnership with various hotels that have opted in to provide discounted rates to health care workers who come in direct contact with or are suspected of having direct contact with COVID-19 patients … » more information -
Restriction on Water Shutoffs
California Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order on April 2, 2020 restricting water shutoffs for residential and some commercial customers. » more information -
Temporary Waivers for Those Fostering Youth To Enable Continuity of Care
Governor Gavin Newsom signed Executive Order N-53-20 allowing county child welfare agencies and probation departments to use alternative processes and temporary waivers in order to ensure continuity of care for foster youth during the COVID-19 … » more information -
COVID-19 Isolation and Recovery Shelters for the Homeless (Operation Comfort)
In order to provide a safe environment for those experiencing homelessness, the Alameda County Public Health Department is providing hotel rooms to isolate and recover from COVID-19. » more information -
Moratorium on Residential Evictions For Renters Affected by COVID-19
The Alameda County Board of Supervisors has approved a moratorium on residential evictions specific to non-payment of rent or mortgage payments due to financial impacts caused by COVID-19. The eviction moratorium does not relieve tenants or … » more information -
Waiver of Property Tax Late Penalties for Those Impacted by COVID-19
In recognition of the financial hardships created by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Alameda County Office of the Treasurer and Tax Collector (TTC) will work with property owners to alleviate penalties for late property tax payments due to COVID-19. » more information -
Berkeley Relief Fund
The City of Berkeley has established the Berkeley Relief Fund, which commits $3 million to emergency grants to small businesses, nonprofit arts organizations, and residential tenants affected by COVID-19. The City will manage the Fund, which is … » more information -
Moratorium on Evictions
The City of Berkeley adopted an emergency ordinance prohibiting evictions during California’s COVID-19 State of Emergency for residential and commercial tenants for non-payment of rent and for those in default of mortgage payments, if the occupant … » more information -
Quarantine Shelters for Individuals Experiencing Homelessness
The City of Berkeley is working to provide ongoing relief for individuals experiencing homelessness during the COVID-19 crisis. The City has set up eighteen trailers—eight located at 1281 University Avenue and ten located at 701 Harrison Street—to … » more information -
Eviction Moratorium
The City of Chula Vista has enacted a moratorium on (1) evictions of residential and commercial tenants for non-payment of rent, and (2) foreclosures for nonpayment of mortgages when a tenant’s or homeowner’s income has been substantially impacted … » more information -
Suspension of Water Shut-Offs Due to Non-Payment
The two water providers for the City of Chula Vista, Sweetwater Authority and Otay Water District, are temporarily suspending water service disconnections for non-payment. Otay Water District is also waiving late fees until further notice. » more information -
Moratorium on Residential and Commercial Evictions
On March 17, 2020, Los Angeles County Supervisor Hilda Solis announced a moratorium on residential and commercial evictions. » more information -
Riverside County, California: Temporary “Stay-at-Home” Housing for Homeless Individuals
The Housing Authority of Riverside County, in partnership with certain Riverside County hotels and motels with vacancies, will be providing homeless individuals with emergency temporary shelter during the current statewide “stay-at-home” order. The … » more information -
Temporary Eviction Moratorium for Residential Tenants Impacted by COVID-19
The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors has passed a temporary moratorium on residential tenant evictions for tenants unable to pay rent due to COVID-19. The moratorium does not apply to commercial tenants. » more information -
30-Day Residential Eviction Moratorium for Tenants Impacted by COVID-19
The Fremont City Council enacted an immediate 30-day moratorium on (1) residential evictions for failure to pay rent due to the financial impacts related to COVID-19, and (2) no-fault evictions unless a hazardous condition affecting tenants or … » more information -
90-Day Eviction Moratorium
The Hayward City Council enacted an immediate 90-day moratorium on residential evictions and the charging of late fees for failure to pay rent due to COVID-19 and no-fault evictions, such as necessary and substantial repairs requiring the tenant to … » more information
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