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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.
Housing-Related Relief Programs
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Emergency Residential Rental Assistance Program
The City of San Diego has established the COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance Program to assist low-income families who are experiencing financial hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The program will provide one-time payments of up to $4,000 per … » more information -
Eviction Moratorium
To provide relief to residential and commercial tenants financially impacted by the COVID-19 outbreak, the City of San Diego has approved a temporary ban on evictions until September 30, 2020. » more information -
Homeless Services; Suspension of Parking Enforcement & Utility Shutoffs
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of San Diego has made changes to certain city operations including: … » more information -
Homeless Services; Suspension of Parking Enforcement & Utility Shutoffs; Exemptions for Grocery Deliveries
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of San Diego has made changes to certain city operations including: … » more information -
Eviction and Foreclosure Moratorium for Those Experiencing Financial Hardship from COVID-19, and Extension of Housing Assistance Deadlines
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors approved a temporary moratorium on residential and commercial evictions for the unincorporated areas of San Diego County for renters who have a financial hardship related to the COVID-19 outbreak. This … » more information -
Suspension of Gas & Electricity Shut-Offs Due to Non-Payment and Utility Bill Discounts
San Diego Gas & Electric Company (SDG&E) is temporarily suspending service disconnections for non-payment. If a customer is having trouble paying their energy bill, they can call SDG&E at (800) 411-7343 to work out a payment plan. SDG&E will also … » more information -
Moratorium on Residential Evictions
San Francisco has implemented a moratorium on residential evictions for nonpayment of rent due between March 13, 2020 and July 31, 2020 due to a loss of income related to a business closure caused by COVID-19, loss of working hours or wages caused … » more information -
Temporary Housing for Quarantine
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, San Francisco Mayor London N. Breed announced an initiative to provide temporary housing as quarantine locations for individuals who have tested positive for COVID-19 and do not need to be hospitalized, as well … » more information -
Homeless Assistance
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the city of San Jose is coordinating with County Office of Supportive Housing, Destination: Home, Valley Homeless Healthcare Program, County Public Health, and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to … » more information -
Residential Eviction Moratorium
The San Jose City Council has enacted a temporary eviction moratorium for residential properties in San Jose. The moratorium prohibits evictions of residential tenants who are unable to pay rent because they have been impacted by the COVID-19 … » more information -
Evictions Moratorium
The San Mateo County Board of Supervisors has approved emergency regulations imposing a temporary moratorium on residential evictions and certain commercial evictions. During the term of the ordinance, no landlord may evict a qualifying residential … » more information -
Emergency Measures
The City of Santa Ana enacted a wide range of emergency relief measures in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including: … » more information -
Relief Measures for Local Businesses Relating to Permits and Approvals
To assist local businesses, the City of Santa Ana has enacted a number of relief measures extending to deadlines for permits and approvals, including: … » more information -
Relief Measures for Residents and Businesses
The City of Santa Ana enacted a number of economic relief measures to assist those affected by the COVID-19 crisis, including a moratorium on all residential and commercial evictions for non-payment due to financial impacts related to COVID-19. The … » more information -
Residential Evictions Moratorium
The Santa Clara City Council has approved an emergency ordinance issuing a temporary moratorium on residential evictions. During the term of the ordinance, no landlord may evict a residential tenant for nonpayment or delayed payment of rent, or … » more information -
Suspension on Electric and Water Disconnections Based on Nonpayment
The City of Santa Clara has suspended service disconnections for utility (electric and water) non-payment to both residential and commercial customers. Flexible payment plans will be offered to customers who indicate either an impact or hardship as … » more information -
Temporary Moratorium on Evictions
The City of Santa Monica has placed a moratorium on evictions for non-payment of rent for tenants who are unable to pay rent due to financial impacts related to COVID-19. The moratorium is in place for impacted residential tenants until September … » more information -
Waitlists Opening for Section 8 and Below Market Housing Programs
Beginning Friday, May 1, 2020 at 8 a.m. PST, the City of Santa Monica will open online applications for individuals and households to be placed on waitlists for its Section 8 and Below Market Housing (“BMH”) programs. » more information -
90-Day Mortgage Payment Relief With Certain Providers
As part of its COVID-19 emergency relief measures, the State of California has negotiated with certain financial institutions to provide mortgage payment relief for California homeowners who have been impacted by COVID-19. The relief includes: (1) a … » more information -
COVID-19 Residential Tenant and Landlord Protection
The Governor’s office announced on August 31, 2o2o legislation signed to protect residential tenants from eviction due to the COVID-19 pandemic. » more information -
Funding for Providers of Shelter for Homeless Individuals and Families through Project Homekey
Under Project Homekey, the State of California is awarding $600 million in funding from a combination of federal and state sources to support agencies and local government authorities providing shelter for individuals and families who are … » 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 -
West Valley Community Services
During the COVID-19 outbreak, West Valley Community Services is (i) offering grocery pickup and mobile food pantries and (ii) providing emergency funds to assist West Valley residents with rent, utility, and mortgage payments. » 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
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