Yellowstone Country Assistance Network

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YCAN Housing Help

Rent Assistance

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Disclaimer 

 The resources included in this post are for informational purposes only and should not be considered an endorsement of citizens, services, or agencies by the Yellowstone Country Assistance Network. You are asked to contact these organizations directly for services, questions, comments, or concerns.

Rent Assistance

2-1-1 

If you need to speak to someone about community rental resources available to you, Wyoming 211 connects you with nonprofits and government services in your area. If you would like personal assistance, dial 2-1-1 or 888-425-7138. They are open 8 am to 6 pm, Monday through Friday.

CSBG Park and Hot Springs Co. Rent Assistance 

Rent Financial Assistance through CSBG funds in Park and Hot Springs Counties is available to residents in Park or Hot Springs Counties at or below 125% of the FPL. This program has limits; you may be required to pay a portion of the services requested or make payment arrangements with your landlord for the remaining balance. In order to receive rental assistance, each tenant will need an IRS form W9 from their landlord, which can be found on our landlord portal Applications can be completed at the following locations: 

The Help Center Thermopolis  Phone: (307) 864-3851

The First Stop of Park County Help Center Phone:(307) 296-6706 

Wyoming Rapid Response 

  • This is a one-time emergency assistance.
  • Available only in Wyoming 
  • Accessible only through community referral partners (Visit a One Stop to access)
  • Wyoming Rapid Response Phone: 307-672-0475 or website: https://www.voanr.org/wyoming-rapid-response-fund
  • Six funding categories (applicant must qualify under one)
  1. Loss of Home: Due to fire, flood, or other disaster; Rent and deposit – No mortgages; Utilities; Basic Household Items. 
  2. Domestic Abuse: Person fleeing a domestic abuse situation; Rent and/or deposit – No mortgages; Utilities; Basic Household Items
  3. Avoiding Homelessness: Rent and/or deposit – No mortgages, Utilities, Childcare 

Supportive Services for Veteran Families

  • Provides eligible veteran families with outreach, case management, assistance obtaining VA benefits, other supportive services, and financial assistance.
  • Rent/Utility Assistance, Rental/Utility deposits, Motel Bill Payment Assistance, Car repair, Bus Ticket, Household goods, and food Connection to VA resources/ benefits.
  • Call 1-844-486-2838 or use the link below to pre-qualify.
  • https://www.voanr.org/pre-qualify

Washakie County Rent Help @ WyoHelp

  • Emergency Financial Assistance
  • Available to Carbon, Crook, Goshen, Niobrara, Washakie, and Weston Counties
  • Phone: 307-532-0269
  • Email: intake@goshenhelp.com
  • Apply online at https://www.wyohelp.com/financial-help.html.

Find Affordable Housing Units

Click the links below for a listing of affordable rental units in Wyoming. 

Find Housing Subsidies 

You may want to look into housing subsidies if you cannot make regular monthly rent payments.  

Section 8 Housing

Powell, WY 82435
Phone: 307/754-9280
Hours: 8 am – 5 pm Monday – Friday
Website: http://www.section8housinglist.info/category/wyoming-wy/

Cheyenne Housing Authority 


Find Housing Counseling Agencies 

If you need counseling for rent, mortgage, default, purchasing a home, or budgeting, we have listed some agencies that can help you. 

Wyoming Housing Network 

  • Wyoming Housing Network, Inc.
  • Financial Management, Budget Counseling,
  • Home Improvement and Rehabilitation
  • Counseling, Mortgage Delinquency, and Default
  • Resolution Counseling, Non-Delinquency Post
  • Purchase Workshops Pre-Purchase Counseling.
  • Phone (307) 472-584
  • Website: www.whninc.org

Wyoming Community Development Authority 

WCDA Homeowner Program 

WCDA Homebuyer Programs

Condition of Rental Checklist

This is a condition of the rental property checklist you can use when renting a new house or apartment.

Housing Legal Assistance

If facing eviction, don’t hesitate to contact Legal Aid of Wyoming. Visit www.lawyoming.org or call 1-877-432-9955 for Legal AIn addition, they may be able to provide other legal assistance to eligible ERAP renters living in Wyoming, such as:

  • Lease agreement advice/negotiation
  • Eviction defense 
  • Disputes that could lead to eviction
  • Financial issues directly related to the home you rent (disputes about security deposits, damages claims, late fees, etc.)
  • Issues related to the safety of the home you rent
  • Financial matters affecting your ability to maintain or obtain housing, such as debt collection defense; federal benefits (SSI/SSDI); employment matters (FMLA, disability accommodations); and consumer protection actions to obtain tenant funds lost to scams.

The Wyoming Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault provides legal aid services for survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking. These legal services are for eligible ERAP renters living in Wyoming. Visit www.wyomingdvsa.org/legal-program or call 307-755-0992.

Didn’t Find What You’re Looking For?

Utility assistance programs
Mortgage programs

Home Ownership

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Home Ownership Assistance

Disclaimer 

 The resources included in this post are for informational purposes only and should not be considered an endorsement of citizens, services, or agencies by the Yellowstone Country Assistance Network. You are asked to contact these organizations directly for services, questions, comments, or concerns.

2-1-1 

If you need to speak to someone about community homeownership resources available to you, Wyoming 211 connects you with nonprofits and government services in your area. If you would like personal assistance, dial 2-1-1 or 888-425-7138. They are open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Wyoming Community Development Authority 

WCDA IS THE STATE’S LEADING RESOURCE FOR HOUSING FINANCE.

Since 1975, Wyoming Community Development Authority (WCDA) has made it easier for people across Wyoming to finance their first home.

We provide low-interest single-family mortgages and education to help our customers buy and retain their homes. We also offer unique programs to aid in the sustainability of homeownership. Our down payment assistance program, homebuyer education and counseling, partnerships with developers, and work with nonprofit community organizations make WCDA the State’s leading resource for housing finance.

In addition to its single-family programs, WCDA currently administers several major affordable rental housing development programs; the Low-income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Program, the National Housing Trust Fund (NHTF) Program, and the HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) Program. These federal programs have funded more than 5,000 units of affordable rental housing across the state.

WCDA’s Rental Directory provides the names, locations, and contact information for affordable housing developments in Wyoming. Use the Rental Directory Map and choose the location you are interested in.

WCDA Homeowner Program 

WCDA Homebuyer Programs

Mortgage Help

Are you a Wyoming homeowner who has fallen behind on mortgage payments, utility bills or other housing-related costs? The Wyoming Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF) Program focuses on helping Wyoming homeowners, who have been financially impacted by COVID-19 and meet eligibility criteria, stay in their homes.

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Click the link to visit their page and to apply for help:

https://wyodfsportal.force.com/haf/s/?language=en_US&LanguageCode=en_US

Local Community Service Programs

The Help Center at Common Ground 

  • Available to Hot Springs County Residents 
  • The Help Center can assist with filling out applications for emergency services. 
  • Open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 12:00 noon – 3 pm
  • 124 North 5th Street, Thermopolis, WY 82443
  • Phone (307) 864-3851

First Stop of Park County 

  • Heart Mountain Volunteer Medical Clinic is located in The Blair Buildings at 1735 Sheridan Ave, Suite 205, Cody, WY.
  • Open Monday through Wednesday, 9-5 Cody
  • Open Thursday 9-5 Powell
  • Phone: (307) 296-6706
  • Email: zach.hmfc@gmail.com

USDA Programs

USDA Rural Development supports rural homeownership through the following programs:

  • The Single Family Housing Direct Home Loan Program provides loans directly to families and individuals so they can buy or build homes in rural America.
  • Through its Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program, USDA partners with private lending institutions to help families and individuals buy homes in rural areas.
  • The Home Repair Loan and Grant Program provide loans and grants to help families and individuals repair and modernize homes, making them safer, healthier places to live.
  • The Mutual Self-Help, Housing Grant Program, provides grants to qualified organizations to help them carry out local self-help housing construction projects. Through this program, USDA works with organizations to provide a unique opportunity for families and individuals to lower the overall purchase price of a new home by investing “sweat equity” into its construction.   

To learn more about USDA homeownership programs, please visit the Single-Family Housing program webpage or contact the Wyoming Rural Development State Office.

Rural Development provides loans and grants to help expand economic opportunities, create jobs, and improve the quality of life for millions of Americans in rural areas. This assistance supports infrastructure improvements, business development; housing; community facilities such as schools, public safety, and health care; and high-speed internet access in rural, Tribal, and high-poverty areas. For more information, visit www.rd.usda.gov/wy. If you’d like to subscribe to USDA Rural Development updates, visit our GovDelivery subscriber page. 

The federal American Rescue Plan Act’s Homeowner Assistance Fund assists homeowners with mortgage and utility cost relief. We are in the early stages of gathering information for this new program. Please often visit, as program updates will be posted here.

Housing Counseling Agencies 

If you require counseling for mortgage, default, purchasing a home, or budgeting, some agencies can help you. 

Wyoming Housing Network 

myfrontdoor.org

Utility Assistance

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Disclaimer

While Yellowstone Country Assistance Network created this post, YCAN has not vetted anyone who may be added to this post. Resources included are for informational purposes only and should not be considered an endorsement of citizens, services, or agencies. This post will be updated as needed.

Statewide Utility Programs

2-1-1 

If you need to speak to someone about community utility resources available, Wyoming 211 connects you with nonprofits and government services in your area. If you would like personal assistance, dial 2-1-1 or 888-425-7138. They are open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday.

LIEAP

  • Available to Wyoming Residents only
  • What kinds of services does LIEAP provide?
  • Help to pay heating bills during the winter months (this is a seasonal benefit);
  • Emergency services for special situations such as utility shutoffs; and,
  • Eligibility consideration for the Weatherization Assistance Program.
  • Call 800-246-4221 for help with LIEAP-related questions lieapwyo.org

Wyoming Weatherization

  • The Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) helps households save money on home heating costs by improving energy efficiency. Weatherizing homes often means adding more insulation and sealing leaks around doors and windows, and it always includes essential health and safety checks. An energy audit determines which weatherization measures will get the biggest bang for the weatherization dollars spent on each home. Weatherization can save 5-25 percent on home heating bills.
  • Call 800-246-4221 

Energy Share of Wyoming

Wyoming Rapid Response 

  1. Loss of Home:Due to fire, flood, or other disasters; Rent and/or deposit – No mortgages; Utilities; Basic Household Items. 
  2. Domestic Abuse: Person fleeing a domestic abuse situation; Rent and/or deposit – No mortgages; Utilities; Basic Household Items
  3. Avoiding Homelessness: Rent and/or deposit – No mortgages, Utilities; Childcare 

Supportive Services for Veteran Families

  • Provides eligible veteran families with outreach, case management, assistance obtaining VA benefits, other supportive services, and financial assistance.
  • Rent/Utility Assistance, Rental/Utility deposits, Motel Bill Payment Assistance, Car repair, Bus Ticket, Household goods, and food Connection to VA resources/ benefits.
  • Call 1-844-486-2838 or use the link below to pre-qualify.
  • https://www.voanr.org/pre-qualify

LifeLine Telephone 

  • Lifeline is a federal discount program that lowers the monthly phone or internet service cost. 
  • The program is open to anyone enrolled in SNAP, LIEAP, Supplemental Security Income, Medicaid, or Federal Public Housing Assistance. 
  • Your telephone company can give you details on how you can benefit.
  • Please visit the Lifeline National website at https://www.lifelinesupport.org for more information.

Local Utility Programs

CSBG Park and Hot Springs Co. Utility Assistance 

Utility Financial Assistance through CSBG funds in Park and Hot Springs Counties is available to residents in Park or Hot Springs Counties at or below 125% of the FPL. This program has limits of $200-$300 per household; you may be required to pay a portion of the services requested or make payment arrangements with your utility company or LIEAP for the remaining balance. Utilities must be in the name of the applicant, and we will not consider utility bills in someone else’s name as we cannot determine the income eligibility of that person. Applications can be completed at the following locations: 

The Help Center Thermopolis  Phone: (307) 864-3851

The First Stop of Park County Help Center Phone:(307) 296-6706 

Salvation Army Funds 

  • Cody (307) 587-6246
  • Powell (307) 899-4196 
  • Thermopolis (307) 864-3851
  • Basin ( 307) 568-3883

WyoHelp

  • Emergency Financial Assistance
  • Available to Carbon, Crook, Goshen, Niobrara, Washakie, and Weston Counties
  • Phone: 307-532-0269
  • Email: intake@goshenhelp.com
  • Apply online at https://www.wyohelp.com

Homeless Assistance

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Homeless Assistance

Disclaimer 

 The resources included in this post are for informational purposes only and should not be considered an endorsement of citizens, services, or agencies by the Yellowstone Country Assistance Network. You are asked to contact these organizations directly for services, questions, comments, or concerns. If you would like personal assistance, call Wyoming at 2-1-1 or 888-425-7138.

Wyoming Homeless Collaborative

The Wyoming Homeless Collaborative, WHC, is a statewide planning and coordinating group focusing on housing and support services for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. They provide a united voice for designing the homeless system in Wyoming, which allows us to access federal, state, and local funds to support the plan.

The Wyoming Homeless Collaborative website

The Wyoming Homeless Services Program partners with the Wyoming Homeless Collaborative to assist individuals (including unaccompanied youth) and families experiencing homelessness.

If you need services, please visit 
https://wy211.communityos.org/ 
for Community Resources.

To learn more about the Wyoming Homeless Collaborative, 
please click here
or contact 
Karla McClaren 
Program Manager
(307) 721-1973

Financial Resources for the Homeless

Salvation Army Funds 

  • Cody (307) 587-6246
  • Powell (307) 899-4196 
  • Thermopolis (307) 864-3851
  • Basin ( 307) 568-3883

Volunteers of America Homeless Outreach Program

  • The Homeless Outreach Program is a lifeline for our neighbors struggling with homelessness.
  • Homeless prevention, rapid rehousing, and emergency shelter in the Sheridan community.
  • Service coordinators are available seven days a week from 10:00 am – to 9:00 pm.
  • Give us a call at (307) 751-5708

Supportive Services for Veteran Families

  • Available in Wyoming & Montana 
  • Rent/Utility Assistance, Rental/Utility deposits, Motel Bill Payment Assistance, Car repair, Bus Ticket, Household goods, and food Connection to VA resources/benefits.
  • Veterans facing imminent homelessness or currently homeless call Volunteers of America at 1.844.4.VOA.VET  to speak with a service coordinator today.
  • Pre-qualify: https://www.voanr.org/pre-qualify

CSBG Park and Hot Springs Co. Homeless Prevention  

Homeless Prevention Financial Assistance through CSBG funds in Park and Hot Springs Counties is available to residents in Park or Hot Springs Counties at or below 125% of the FPL. This program has limits on the amount of allowable temporary motel nights. You may be required to pay a portion of the motel bill. You will need an invoice or quote from a motel Big Bear Motel Cody (307)-587-3117, Best Choice Motel Powell (307) 754-2243, Beartooth Inn Cody 307-527-5001, or Rainbow Motel Thermopolis 307-439-8599.

Applications can be completed at the following locations: 

The Help Center Thermopolis  Phone: (307) 864-3851

The First Stop of Park County Help Center Phone:(307) 296-6706 

Area Homeless Shelters

Park County, Wyoming, and Hot Springs County, Wyoming, do not have homeless shelters in the counties. In the situation of homelessness, organizations in the community provide motel vouchers and sometimes gas vouchers to get to the nearest shelter.

Montana Rescue Women & Children’s Shelter

Address
2520 1st Ave No 
Billings, MT – 59101

Contact
 (406) 259-3105
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http://montanarescuemission.org

shelter for families

Montana Rescue Mission for Men

Address
2822 Minnesota Ave 
Billings, MT – 59101

Contact
 (406) 259-6079
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The Montana Rescue Mission Men’s Shelter, located at 2822 Minnesota Avenue, serves single men and provides assistance to single men with children and intact families. Shelter Guests receive three nutritious meals a day and the community dining room is open to the public for lunch and dinner. Upon check-in, guests receive essential hygiene products and emergency clothing. A public shower facility is available, to Men only, Monday thru Friday 9:00 am -11:00 am and 2:00 pm-4:00 pm. All services are free of charge.
In addition to Emergency Shelter, we offer our guests a wide variety of programs to help make their stay with us productive by providing vital tools to overcome the causes of their homelessness. We offer classes in parenting, life skills, anger management, proper nutrition, conflict resolution, addiction counseling, and spiritual development. Chapel services are offered on a regular basis and staff are available for one-on-one counseling. In addition, there are educational opportunities to improve skills and a dedicated computer lab that can be used for resume preparation, job searches and GED preparation.
Riverstone Health Care also provides Healthcare for the Homeless in the Mens Shelter Monday and Wednesday 7 am – 10 am, Friday 7 am – 11 am. Women and Children are also able to access this program.

We are available 24 hours a day.

http://montanarescuemission.org

YWCA Getaway House

909 Wyoming Avenue Billings, MT – 59101

(406) 252-6303

HUB Drop-in Center

515 27th Street Billings, MT

(406) 248-4803

Homeless Supplies for Veterans

Yellowstone Country Assistance Network can provide sleeping bags, clothing, and food for homeless Veterans. https://ycanhelp.org/veterans/

Wyoming Homeless Needs Assessment

https://wyomingwhc.org/homeless-evaluation-dr-marbut/