Home Forward taking applications
Home Forward is accepting applications for two rent assistance waitlists from Tuesday, April 15, at 9:00 a.m. to Monday, April 21, at 11:59 p.m. PT. These waitlists are for the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program and 13 Home Forward apartment communities through property-based waitlists. These programs help make rent more affordable, but due to limited resources, a waitlist is necessary. Applications can be submitted online at homeforward.org/waitlists starting Tuesday, April 21, at 9:00 a.m. The application will be available in English, Spanish, Somali, Russian, and Vietnamese, and the website will also provide resources to assist with the application process.
If you plan to apply or help someone else apply, keep a few important details in mind. It’s best not to wait until the last minute, but the exact day you apply does not impact your chances, as long as you submit before the deadline on April 21. The website and Applicant Helpline tend to be busiest on the first day, so if you experience issues, try again on another day. Setting up an account before April 15 is recommended, and if you already have a Rent Café account, you may need to reset your password. Since demand exceeds availability, not everyone who applies will be placed on the waitlist; a lottery system will randomly select applicants. You can apply for multiple waitlists using the same application, and there is no need to submit separate forms for different programs. Being placed on a waitlist does not guarantee immediate assistance, as applicants must still meet eligibility requirements when selected. Wait times vary, with HCV spots opening gradually and property-based waitlists depending on housing availability. Home Forward will notify those chosen for the waitlists via email or mail by September 2025.
For more details and updates, visit homeforward.org/waitlists in the coming weeks. Mark your calendar to ensure you don’t miss this important opportunity.
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