Please note that CARAF funds are now exhausted. Applications are still being accepted and will be placed on a waitlist.
The Community Action Rental Assistance Fund (CARAF) is officially open — Phase 3!
What You’ll Need:
Applicants must provide documentation such as:
Photo ID & Social Security Number (Head of Household)
Identification for additional household members
Proof of address
Proof of household income
Lease (renters) or deed (homeowners)
Rental or mortgage statement showing arrears
Completed W-9 form (landlord or lender)
Program Details:
Maximum assistance: $650 per household
Assistance available for past-due rent or mortgage only
Landlord or mortgage holder must agree to accept payment
How to Apply:
Call 716.881.6543 (Mon–Fri, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM) to confirm eligibility
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