Unfortunately, the coronavirus pandemic, is still affecting many people in not only the Coachella Valley, but around the world. This results in a big impact on the local economy and livelihoods of many residents in the valley. Lift to Rise, an organization that assists with housing needs, and United Way of the Desert say help […]
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The Board of Supervisors Tuesday authorized continuation of the Riverside County Emergency Rental Assistance Program, with $61.63 million in additional funds now available to aid residents impacted by coronavirus public health lockdowns that left them struggling to pay their bills. In a 5-0 vote without comment, the board directed the county Department of Housing, Homelessness […]
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The federal eviction moratorium expired on Saturday putting in jeopardy millions of Americans who are behind on their rent. This has worried many who believe this also applies to California. But Governor Gavin Newsom extended the moratorium through September and also landlords can apply to recoup back rent. Congress allocated $45 billion, only $3 billion […]
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Beginning Monday, Riverside County residents struggling to pay their rent because of public health lockdowns that impacted their finances can submit applications to qualify for a new round of rental assistance initiated by the county in partnership with several nonprofits. “Riverside County is eager to see this next round of assistance administered in a quick […]
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Indio residents looking for rental and utility payment relief can now access funds through the city. At January 20th Indio city council meeting, city leaders approved $755,754 in additional funds from the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG-CV). These funds will work in conjunction with Lift to Rise, United Way of the Desert and the Indio […]
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Mobile pop-up events are launching across The Coachella Valley to help residents apply for rental assistance. The United Lift Rental Assistance Program which is funded by Riverside County through the Cares Act has expanded guidelines on who is eligible. The pop-up events started this past week and will continue into November, the county is partnering […]
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United Lift is going across the Coachella Valley to help those in need of rental assistance. The organization will host pop-up stations in various locations to meet with Riverside County residents seeking help paying past due rent. The mobile events will take place twice a week from mid-September through November 30th. Residents who apply need […]
