ShelterNet staff works directly with local agencies to provide emergency financial assistance to families and individuals with incomes at or below 50% of the area median income (AMI) who have temporarily fallen behind on their bills, or are homeless and need help moving into an apartment.
Assistance can be provided once every twelve months. ShelterNet funds are raised through private donations, foundations and government block grants. ShelterNet does not accept applications directly from clients – all applications must be received from participating referral agencies. Assistance checks are written to and mailed directly to the billing source, not the client.
What We Can Help With
Rent Utilities
Rental Security Deposits Utility Deposits
Mortgage Payments
What We Can Not Help With
Telephone Bills Food or Clothing
Cable TV Medicine or Medical Expenses
Car Payments or Car Insurance Credit Card Bills
Home Repairs
Referral Procedures
- Provide all information requested on the Referral Form and fax it to us.
- Referrals must be accompanied by verification of income for all household members receiving an income. (Please call if you have questions.)
- Please include account numbers for utility bills and mortgage payments.
- Client must sign the bottom of the referral form.
- For further information, please use the ShelterNet Line at 843-856-4125.
- Assistance checks are mailed directly to the billing source, not to the client.