Free legal help for Washington renters with low incomes who are facing eviction, including an online screening form and an eviction-defense phone line.
Who qualifies: Renters with low income facing eviction anywhere in Washington. People with an eviction case in court may have a right to a free lawyer; screening determines available help.
Emergency shelter in Vancouver for single men experiencing homelessness. SHARE House provides shelter with no stated limit on length of stay. Staff and housing navigators help residents address housing barriers, find permanent housing, and connect with employment, healthcare, education, and other community resources. Call the Housing Solutions Center for shelter access.
Who qualifies: Single men experiencing homelessness. Eligibility and shelter placement are determined by the Council for the Homeless Housing Solutions Center.
Provides housing assistance, case management, and connections to supportive services for individuals and families experiencing homelessness or at risk of losing their housing. Support may include housing planning, employment resources, budgeting, mental health services, domestic violence resources, childcare, and transportation. Applications must go through the Housing Solutions Center.
Who qualifies: Individuals and families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and have significant barriers to obtaining housing, such as illness, disability, or insufficient financial resources. Participants must be referred through the Housing Solutions Center.
Free telephone counseling for Washington renters with eviction notices, landlord disputes, or other rental housing problems. Trained non-attorney counselors explain tenant rights, discuss steps that may help prevent housing loss, and provide referrals to community resources and legal assistance. The hotline does not provide legal advice or court representation.
Who qualifies: Renters anywhere in Washington State who need information about eviction, landlord-tenant laws, notices, repairs, deposits, or other tenancy problems. No income requirement is stated.
A Christian residential shelter for families with children that provides housing, food, basic necessities, case management, life-skills support, and help moving toward independence.
Who qualifies: Families with children experiencing homelessness who are willing to participate in the program. Acceptance depends on available space and an intake with the case-management team.
Centralized intake for emergency shelter and housing assistance in Clark County.
Who qualifies: Clark County residents experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
Rapid-rehousing assistance for Clark County households experiencing homelessness who have been approved for Washington’s Housing and Essential Needs program. SHARE may provide emergency rental assistance, crisis management, hygiene and cleaning supplies, and transportation passes while the participant remains eligible and funding is available.
Who qualifies: Washington residents experiencing homelessness who have a HEN referral from DSHS. DSHS generally requires applicants to be unable to work for at least 90 days because of a physical or mental condition, meet income and resource limits, and be at least 18, legally emancipated, or married. Final eligibility and referral are determined by DSHS.
Free, confidential domestic-violence support that includes a 24-hour crisis line, emergency shelter, safety planning, advocacy, supportive housing, and referrals.
Who qualifies: People experiencing domestic violence. Services are available regardless of race, gender, religion, age, income, or sexuality.
Limited financial help for qualified low-income veterans, including eviction prevention, rent or a security deposit with a housing voucher, utilities, transportation, prescriptions, and other approved needs.
Who qualifies: Qualified low-income veterans who currently live in Clark County and can document one continuous year of Washington residency. Bring a DD-214 and the last 30 days of household-income verification; additional documents are required for spouses and dependents.
Prevention, rapid-rehousing, and permanent-supportive-housing programs for people experiencing homelessness or poverty. Program enrollment comes through county coordinated-access systems.
Who qualifies: Individuals and families assessed and referred by coordinated access in Multnomah, Clackamas, Washington, or Clark County. Final eligibility depends on the specific program and available opening.
A six-month program that provides move-in financial assistance and case management to young adults preparing to live independently.
Who qualifies: Young adults ages 18–24 who are ready to live independently but cannot afford the initial move-in costs of an apartment. The Housing Solutions Center determines referral eligibility.
Provides limited help with rent or utility payments when funding is available. Assistance is intended for residents of the St. John service area in central Clark County. Call during assistance hours to ask about current funding and apply.
Who qualifies: People living in Brush Prairie, north Orchards, north Hazel Dell, Salmon Creek, Hockinson, and other parts of central Clark County who need help paying rent or utilities. Assistance depends on available funding.
Information and assistance for seniors and people with disabilities.
Who qualifies: Seniors or adults with disabilities.
A resource center that helps Clark County veterans and their families connect with benefits, financial aid, food, clothing, hygiene supplies, and gear for veterans living outside.
Who qualifies: Veterans and their families in Clark County. Eligibility varies by service; contact the center for current requirements.
Provides limited emergency assistance with rent and utility payments when funding is available. Inter-Faith Treasure House also operates a food bank and offers household goods and other basic-needs support for residents of the Camas and Washougal area. Call to confirm available assistance and current hours.
Who qualifies: Residents of Camas, Washougal, and eastern Clark County, generally including ZIP codes 98607, 98671, and the eastern portion of 98683. Assistance depends on the household’s need and available funding.
Emergency rent and utility assistance for residents of Camas and Washougal when funding is available.
Who qualifies: Residents of the Camas and Washougal service area; the provider confirms current requirements.
A nonprofit affordable-housing provider with income-restricted apartments for individuals, families, seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities in Oregon and Southwest Washington.
Who qualifies: Eligibility, income limits, age or program restrictions, and vacancy status vary by property. Review the selected property’s criteria before applying.
Electric heating bill assistance for qualifying Clark Public Utilities customers facing financial hardship. Contact the utility to ask about eligibility and available help.
Who qualifies: Clark Public Utilities customers struggling to pay electric heating bills, particularly households that do not qualify for other energy assistance. Eligibility is income-based; call the utility for screening.
Costs: Financial assistance depends on eligibility and available funds. Contact the utility for the amount and conditions; no benefit is guaranteed.
Furniture for people who have stable housing but lack essential furnishings. An approved community partner must refer you to the Tacoma or Vancouver furniture bank.
Who qualifies: People in stable housing who need basic furniture and have an approved agency referral. Serves Pierce, South King, Clark and Cowlitz counties; not all of King County. Delivery eligibility depends on the address.
Costs: $100 nonrefundable processing fee. Delivery costs an additional $150; beds, mattresses and box springs have separate charges.
Free classes on budgeting, saving, credit, banking, and managing debt. Online sessions and some in-person classes are available; visit the provider's calendar to choose a class and register.
Who qualifies: Community members interested in financial education. The provider lists its live classes as free and open to the community; check each class for its format and registration instructions.
A free mobile hotspot and 200GB of internet data per year for five years for eligible K-12 student households. A parent or guardian can apply directly through T-Mobile; this is not unlimited home internet.
Who qualifies: Households with an eligible K-12 student. A parent or guardian must provide proof of eligibility through a qualifying program such as the National School Lunch Program, SNAP, Medicaid, Community Eligibility Provision, or Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations. Check T-Mobile's current documentation and coverage requirements.
Short-term financial assistance for eligible families who need help with housing, transportation or other essential expenses and do not need ongoing monthly TANF assistance.
Who qualifies: Washington families who meet TANF or State Family Assistance eligibility but are not currently receiving either benefit, and expect to meet ongoing needs without monthly cash assistance. DSHS determines eligibility.
Costs: Up to $2,000 during one 30-day period, no more than once every 12 months. A prorated amount must be repaid if the family starts TANF within the following 12 months.
Availability can change. Contact the provider to confirm current access.