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District of Columbia
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 3, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in the District of Columbia, we recommend that you visit D.C.'s COVID-19 Recovery Resources or Food Resources.
Health-Related Relief Programs
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Jewish Coalition Against Domestic Abuse
Recognizing that COVID-19 related quarantines and social distancing efforts may exacerbate domestic violence, the Jewish Coalition Against Domestic Abuse is continuing to provide services remotely. Those affected by, or seeking guidance related to … » more information -
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 -
So Others Might Eat
So Others Might Eat (SOME) is providing meals, showers, clothing, and hygiene kits to those experiencing homelessness or poverty. Additionally, during the COVID-19 outbreak, SOME is continuing to offer medical services and social services, including … » more information
Housing-Related Relief Programs
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Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP)
Although not expanded in light of the COVID-19 (coronavirus) public health emergency, the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) helps low-income, District residents who are facing housing emergencies. A housing emergency is when immediate … » more information -
Additional Tenants’ Rights
As part of the COVID-19 Response Emergency Amendment Act of 2020, deadlines for tenants and tenant organizations to exercise their rights under either the Rental Housing Conversion and Sale Act of 1980 (which includes the Tenant Opportunity to … » more information -
COVID-19 Housing Assistance Program (CHAP)
The Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) has developed the COVID-19 Housing Assistance Program (CHAP) offering rental assistance to low-income renters who are in arrears. Tenants must earn 80% of the Median Family Income (MFI) or … » more information -
Eviction Prohibition and Rental Payments for Tenants
As part of the COVID-19 Response Emergency Amendment Act of 2020, D.C. has prohibited housing providers from evicting commercial or residential tenants during a public health emergency and for 60 days thereafter, and further prohibited the … » more information -
Financial Assistance With Utility Bills
Emergency Utility Assistance-On June 1, 2020, Department of Energy & Environment (DOEE) began providing emergency utility assistance to residents who owe $250 or more on a utility account. This is a one-time payment to a single utility and benefits … » more information -
Mortgage Assistance Program (MAP)
Borrowers who qualify can receive up to $5,000 per month to put toward their payments of monthly mortgage principal, interest, escrowed property taxes, escrowed homeowners insurance, escrowed monthly mortgage insurance, past late fees in an effort … » more information
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