The following organizations may have rental assistance to help with back rent or a security deposit. Please check with the organization directly to see if they are accepting applications at this time and have funding available.
Low-Income Households
Families with Children
Survivors of Domestic Violence
Veterans
People living with HIV
Small Grants
For Northwest Philadelphia residents in area codes 19118, 19119, 19126, 19138, 19144 and 19150.
Germantown Avenue Crisis Ministry
How to Apply
By Phone: +1 (215) 843-2340
In-Person:
Germantown Avenue Crisis Ministry
Monday – Wednesday 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
NOTE: Call beforehand to schedule an appointment.
Utility Assistance
UESF Utility Grant Program
Unknown funding as of January 9, 2023
How to Apply
In-Person:
Germantown Avenue Crisis Ministry
Monday: 9:00AM-2:00PM
Tuesday: 9:00AM-2:00PM
Wednesday: 9:00AM-2:00PM
Thursday: 10:00AM-4:00PM
Tuesday: 9:00AM-2:00PM
Wednesday: 9:00AM-2:00PM
Thursday: 10:00AM-4:00PM
NOTE: UESF Utility Program has 19 intake locations across the city, which can be found on the interactive map.
PGW Customer Responsibility Program
CRP provides debt forgiveness and a lowered monthly bill for low-income tenants.
How to Apply
By Mail: Application Form
Send to
Philadelphia Gas Works
Customer Responsibility Program
P.O. Box 3529
Philadelphia, PA 19122-0529
Customer Responsibility Program
P.O. Box 3529
Philadelphia, PA 19122-0529
NOTE: Complete the form and include all proof-of-income documents in your envelope. However, we encourage online applications, instead of mailed applications to avoid any paperwork from being lost.