The City of Worcester is contracting with five local housing agencies to administer $1.9 million in rental assistance to certain eligible residents, the city announced on Tuesday.
Successful applicants may receive up to $3,000 per tenant to pay for backlogged rent and utility costs.
Partnering agencies, who will help facilitate applications, include the Central Massachusetts Housing Alliance, Friendly House, Inc., Open Sky Community Services, Worcester Community Action Council and Worcester Community Housing Resources.
“We know that renters and landlords are suffering right now, and this program, along with other available assistance, can be a much-needed lifeline in this time of need,” said Mayor Joseph Petty in a statement.
Applicants must be low-income at or below 80% of annual median income, and able to document income loss due to the coronavirus pandemic.
