How To Find Rent and Utility Assistance In Houston

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We are facing a crisis in America…

Housing costs are going up, while wages remain the same. If you are in this position, you understand the struggle.

These higher housing costs have forced more and more working families to seek rent help. If you are having financial problems and need help paying bills, continue reading because we will provide you with 60+ agencies who offer rent and utility assistance in Houston.

Before providing you with the listing of nonprofits and churches that help with utility bills, lets discuss some things you should know to give you the best chance at obtaining Houston rent/utility assistance.  

Tips To Improve Your Chances of Obtaining Rent and Utility Assistance in Houston

There are many agencies with have funds to help the light bill in Houston, although obtaining that assistance will require effort and strategy on your part.

Below are 3 tips to follow to help you find funding.

1. Call Multiple Days In a Row if Necessary…

You likely will not find rent assistance on the first call to an agency. In fact, you may have to call back 3, 4, or 5 days in a row. The reason being is one day an organization could be out of money, but the next morning you call could be your lucky day.

The bottom line is not giving up after the first call and continuing to call will increase your chances of finding a utility assistance program to help you.  

2. Call these Agencies 10-15 Minutes Before they Open

Some agencies schedule appointments for the next day on a first come, first serve basis. Agencies will stop scheduling appointments once they get a certain number of clients (say 8 per day). This is why it is so important to call these agencies 10-15 minutes before they open to ensure you are one of the first to receive an appointment. 

3. Ask for Referrals to Other Agencies Who Help Pay Bills

Many of these Houston nonprofits work together, therefore they may know of another agency to help you. 

If you are denied, politely ask about any referrals they can provide. 

4. Try to Establish a Connection

Just like networking helps you in life with getting ahead, the same is said when seeking utility assistance.

While it can be frustrating to be told “there is no funding” you still want to remain calm and even thank the worker for their time. You will likely be calling back and speaking to the same person, therefore the last thing you want to do is leave a bad impression.  

To take this tip a step further also consider introducing yourself each time you call. An introduction could sound something like this:

“Hi (say the receptionist name if you know it) this is Nick Bryant, just calling back to see if there are any available rent assistance funds this month”.

5. Gather All the Necessary Documents

Most agencies require that you provide either a disconnection notice for utility assistance in Houston or an eviction notice for rental assistance.

In addition to these documents, you will likely need to provide your ID, mail in your name, and a valid reason why you need utility assistance in Houston.

An example of a valid reason for utility assistance could be any of the following:

• Recent Car Repair
• Hospital Bills
• Medication Costs
• Lost Employment

The reason agencies request these documents are for auditing purposes. When nonprofits accept government funds they have to prove every penny they spend. It can be annoying but “getting in your business” is simply just a part of the process. 

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Where To Find Utility and Rent Assistance In Houston

In the table below you will find 60+ listings of agencies to call for anyone needing help paying bills. You will find everything from nonprofits to churches that help with bills. Use the search to find agencies according to your needs or zip code.

Simply type your zip code, city, county or the resource (food, rent, clothing, etc) into the search box in the table below to find help paying bills. 

Agency	Address	Phone	Type of Assistance	Area/Zip Code served	Hourss
AIDS Foundation HoustonWeb	6260 Westpark Dr #100	713.623.6796	Only offers assistance to clients with HIV and AIDS. Offers housing, mental health, substance abuse, assistance applying for SNAP, TANF, Medicaid, Texas Women's Health Plan	Harris County	M-F 930 to 4pm. Walk ins welcome but priority is given to those with appointments.
Baytown Resource & Assistance Center Web	5309 Decker Dr	281.424.5752. *Must make an appointment.	Utilities, Clothing for Children, Employment assistance services	Residents of McNair, Baytown, Highlands or Chambers County	Mon: 8 to 5pm. Closed from 12 to 1pm for lunch.
Avenue 360 (formerly Bearing Omega and Houston Area Community Services) Web	2150 West 18th Street	713.426.0027	Housing referrals, medical support, Rent, Mental Health	HIV/AIDs clients only	M - F: 8 to 5pm
Bethel's Heavenly HandsWeb	12660 Sandpiper Dr	713.729.6477	Food, Clothing, Thursday Food Distributions, Senior Commodity Program,	Harris County	Mon, Tues, Fri
Braes Interfaith MinistriesWeb	4300 W. Bellfort	713.723.2671	Food, Clothing	SW: 77025, 77035, 77045, 77051, 77053, 77054, 77071, 77085, 77096	M-F 730a - 530p
Brentwood Community Foundation Web	13033 1/2 Landmark Street	713.852.2551	Resources for those with HIV/AIDS. Rent, Mortgage, Food, Utilities, housing referrals	Those with HIV/AIDS in Houston area	M-F 8am to 5pm
Catholic Charities Main Office Web	2900 Louisiana Other Locations: Houston Locations	713.874.6590 or 713.526.4611	Rent, Utilities, Food, Counseling, Adoption, Immigration, Limited Financial Assistance, Saturday Food Fairs, Case Management, Help applying for SNAP, Medicaid, TANF,	77003, 77004, 77011, 77012, 77013, 77020, 77021, 77023, 77029, 77030, 77054, 77547	M-F 730a - 530p
Chinese Community CenterWeb	9800 Town Park	713.271.6100	Utilities (must have cut off notice), Weatherization, Adult day program, Gold Card Application Assistance, Income Tax Help, SNAP, Free Legal Clinic, Citizenship Application Assistance,	77024, 77036, 77042, 77056, 77057, 77063, 77072, 77074, 77077, 77079, 77081, 77082, 77083, 77094, 77099, 77450, 77494, 77477,	Tues 9am - 12pm
Christian Community CenterWeb	3434 Branard	713.871.9741	Rent, Utilities, Food, Clothing, Vocational Training, Jobnet Program	W-SW: 77002, 77003, 77004, 77005, 77006, 77007, 77010, 77011, 77012, 77019, 77020, 77021, 77023, 77025, 77026, 77027, 77030, 77046, 77056, 77057, 77081, 77096, 77098, 77401	M-F 10a - 2pm Sat 9a - 12p (food and clothing only)
City Fellowship Church Christian Rescue Mission Web	3220 Hadley	713.659.7750	Rent, Utilities, Food	Harris County	Tues-F: 10a -12p
City of Houston Water Aid To Elderly Residents Program	4200 Leeland Houston, TX 77023 Mail application here.	713.371.1400	Assistance paying water bill. $100 every six months.	Low income seniors (60+) residing in Houston are the priority. Individuals w disabilities and low income families are also encourage to apply. Web	Water Assistance Application: Web
City Wide ClubWeb	Multiple locations	713.752.2582	Rent, Utilities, Food, Employment Referrals, Housing and Shelter Recovery Program - room and board for families, seniors, homeless faced w physical, mental substance abuse challenges, Project Warm-Up helps with electric heaters and utilities, Project Cool Down helps w fans and shelters in summer	Harris County and surrounding areas	Tues-Th 10a-1p
Covenant House Texas Web	1111 Lovett Blvd	713.523.2231	Crisis shelter, Transitional shelter for youth ages 18 to 20. Medical and clothing provided. Job placement for young adults.	Houston area	M-F 8a to 5p
Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) Web		713.957.4357 or 211	Utilities Assistance for low income seniors (60+) and/or have documented disability expected to last 12 months	Harris County	M-F 8a-5p
Cypress Area Ministries Web	11202 Huffmeister	281.955.7684	Rent, utilities, food, clothing. CAM may pay a portion of the past due balance on a utility bill. The client is required to pay the balance of the amount past due, or have a pledge for that amount, prior to CAM’s paying the pledged amount.	77065, 77095, 77429, 77433	M-F 10a-2p
Fair Haven Methodist Church Web	1330 Gessner	713.476.4346 or (713) 468-3276	Food	77024, 77027, 77041, (Carverdale only), 77043, 77055, 77056, 77079, 77080,	M-F 10a-2p
First Baptist ChurchWeb	8009 Long Point	713.554.8801 or (281) 229-9166	Rent, mortgage, utilities, food, prescriptions	NW: Harris County	M-Th 730a-11a Walk Ins only
Gulf Coast Community Services Web	9320 Kirby Dr	713.393.4700	Rent, utilities, food, clothing, Q cards, eyewear vouchers	SE: Harris County	M-F 8a-5p
Harris County Housing Authority Housing Choice Voucher Web	8933 Interchange Dr.	713.578.2100	Housing Choice Vouchers distributed during open enrollment	Harris County	M-F 8a-5p
Harris County Social Services Web	9418 Jense Drive	713.696.7900	Rent, Utilities, Bereavement, Veteran services	Harris County	M-F 8a-5p
Hester HouseWeb	2020 Solo	713.274.1394	Hot meals/seniors summer/youth camp	NW - 5th Ward	M-F 8a-5p
Houston Volunteers of America Web	4808 Yale Street (Independence Heights Location) 731 West Davis Conroe, TX	713.460.0781 or 817.529.7300	Assistance applying for SNAP, Medicaid, FASFA, Tax Season Assistance, Employment Placement Assistance Program for Healthcare jobs, Deaf and Blind Services, Day Habilitation Center for those with special needs, Residential Group Homes for children and adults with special needs, Substance Abuse Treatment, Housing for seniors and those with a disability, Homeless Veterans Help	Houston and surrounding areas	M-F 8a - 5p
Housing Authority of City of HoustonWeb	2640 Fountain View Dr	713.260.0600	Housing Choice Vouchers and Public Housing		M-F 8a-5p *By appointment.
Humble Area Ministries Web	1302 First Street	281.446.3663	Food, rent, utilities, Employment services, Clothing, Prescription Assistance, Birth Certificate and ID Assistance, Assistance with Eyeglasses	77336, 77345, 77347, 77372, 77338, 77346, 77357, 77396, 77339, 77347, 77365, 77532,	7 days a week/24 hours a day answering machine, leave message
Interfaith Caring Ministries Web	151 Park Ave, League City	281.332.3881	Rent, utilities, minor home repair, and food for seniors (55+)	Clear Creek ISD, Friendswood ISD, Clear Lake, Webster, 77034, 77058, 77059, 77062, 77089, 77546, 77565, 77573, 77586, 77598	M-F 830a-430p *by appointment
Immaculate Conception Catholic ChurchWeb	7250 Harrisburgh	713.921.1261	Food	77011, 77012	Thurs 930a - 1130m
Katy Christian Social Ministries Web	5011 East 5th St Katy, TX	281.391.9623	Rent, mortgage, utilities, food, clothing	77084, 77094, 77406, 77423, 77441, 77449, 77450, 77464, 77476, 77485, 77493, 77494	M-Th 830a-12p 1230p -5p
Larkin Community Center Web	5410 Larkin	713.869.9143	Rent and Utility assistance to seniors and families with children		M - F 8am to 5pm
LINC Houston Community Services Web	1504 Johnson Street	713.426.2451	Food, Prescriptions, Eye glasses, Rent, Security Deposit, Clothes, CHIP, Medicaid, Gold Card, Home Repair		Mon, Wed, Fri: 9 to 3pm
Lone Star Legal Aid Web	1415 Fannin	713.652.0077 or 713.652.5911	Legal services to low income individuals	Harris, Ft Bend and Montgomery County	M-F 830a - 1230p
MANNA - Ministry Assistance of the Near Northwest Allicance Web	1806 W. 43rd Street	346.335.2950 or 713.682.7556	Utility, Gas, Rent, Clothing, Food, Assistance with SNAP, TANF, Medicaid, CHIP,	77007, 77008, 77009, 77018, 77022, 77037, 77040, 77076, 77088, 77091, 77092,	M: 8 to 11, Tues and Thurs: 915 to 1115am.
Memorial Area MinistriesWeb	1625 Blalock	English 713.574.7533 Spanish 713.574.7536	Rent, water, gas, medical assistance, prescriptions, transportation, clothing, Rapid Re-Housing,	77008, 77009, 77018, 77022, 77024, 77037, 77039, 77040, 77041, 77043, 77055, 77076, 77079, 77080, 77088, 77091, 77092,	M-F 9a - 4p. Call between 9a - 12p M-F to set up an appointment.
My Brother's Keeper Outreach Center Web	12713 A Bissonnet	281.489.9933	Financial Assistance, Rent, Utilities, Food Pantry,
Mayors Office for People with Disabilities Web	1475 West Gray	832.394.0814 mopdmail@houstontx.gov	Advocacy Services	City of Houston	M-F 8a - 5p
North Channel Assistance MiWeb nistries	13837 Bonham	713.453.8028	Food, food stamp application help, Medicaid application help, clothing,	77013, 77015, 77029, 77044, 77049, 77078, 77530,	M-F 8a-2p
Northwest Assistance Ministries Web	15555 Kuykendahl	281.583.5600	Rent, mortgage, gas, water, prescriptions, gas vouchers, dental and medical,	77014, 77032, 77038, 77050, 77060, 77064, 77066, 77067, 77068, 77069, 77070, 77073, 77086, 77090, 77373, 77379, 77388, 77389,	Tues 1p-4p Call for an appointment.
Operation ID Web	5100 Travis Street	713.620.6476	Texas Identification Card	Harris County	Tues & Thurs 9a-1130a. You will need a referral/voucher from an agency that Operation ID partners with.
Pasadena Community MinistriesWeb	2301 South Houston	713.477.4336	Rent, utilities, food, clothing,	Pasadena, Deer Park,	Tues 9a - 12p. Th 1p-4p
Riceville Baptist ChurchWeb	11231 Gessner	713.774.4880	Food, clothing, financial assistance, prison ministry		1st Wed of Month, 6p. Call for appointments.
Salvation ArmyWeb	1500 Austin Street	713.752.0677	Rent, Food, Clothing, Utilities (water only), Senior Housing (62+)	Harris County	M-Th 830a - 430p
Saras HouseWeb	711 Perla	713.475.1480	Shelter, meals, clothing (women & children)	Pasadena
Baker Ripley Web	3838 Aberdeen Way 77025	713-590-2327	Case management, care giver support, dementia adult day program, utilities, must be under 150% FPL, preferences to elderly, disabled, clients w children under 5 yrs, no deposits or reconnection fees,	77016, 77020, 77026, 77028, 77004, 77021, 77033, 77051, 77087, 77003, 77011, 77012, 77020, 77023, 77034, 77058, 77059, 77062, 77075, 77089, 77502, 77504, 77506, 77571, 77598,	Call for appointment
Senior Jobs Program (AARP)Web	12727 Featherwood Dr	281.922.9952	Jobs,	Harris County	M-F 930a - 230p
Spring-Woodlands Ministries Web	810 E. Louetta Suite A-E	281.353.4480	Food, clothing	77373, 77338, 77389, 77379, 77380, 77381, 77382, 77386, 77388,	M 1p-3p, W 9a-1130a, Thur 1p-3p
Society of St. Stephen Web	1062 Fairmont Parkway	281.487.1774	Rent, utilities, food,	77502, 77503, 77505, 77506, 77507	T-F New clients: 10a-1p
Society of St Vincent de PaulWeb	2403 Holcombe Blvd	713.741.8234 ext 101	Food, Clothing, Rent, Utility	City of Houston Zip Codes Only	M -F 9am - 5pm
Southeast Area Ministries SEAMWeb	2102 Houston Blvd	713.944.0093	Rent, Utilities, Food, Clothing, Ongoing Senior assistance, Christmas assistance program, Prescription, Medical Supply assistance	SE: 77017, 77034, 77061, 77075, 77087, 77089, 77504, 77587,	M-Th 10am - 1:30pm
St Bernadette Church Web	15500 El Camino Real	281.486.0337	Food, Clothes, Rent, Utilities,	Clear Lake: 77058, 77059, 77062, 77598,	Tues: 930 to 1130am Thurs: 930 to 1130 Wed: Appt only
St. Cecilia ChurchWeb	11720 Joan of Arc Drive	713.468.1185	Rent, Utilities, Food,	NW: 77024, 77043, 77055	M-Th: 9am through 12pm
St Christopher Catholic ChurchWeb	8150 Park Place	713.645.6614	Food	SE: 77012, 77017, 77061,	Sat: 930 to 11am
St. Hyacinth Catholic Church Web	2921 Center St, Deer Park	281.479.4298	Rent, Utilities, Food	Deer Park: 77536	M - F: 930 to 12pm 1pm to 430pm
St. John Vianney Social Services Web	625 Nottingham Oaks	281.497.4434	Utilities, Food, Clothing,	W: 77043, 77055 (Food & Clothing only) 77077, 77079 (Food, Clothing, Utilities )	M-F: 830 to 530pm
St. Joseph Catholic ChurchWeb	1505 Kane Street	713.222.8903	Rent, Utilities, Food,	77007, 77008, 77009,	M-T: 9am to 12pm 130 to 330pm
St Mary Magdalene Church	527 South Houston Ave, Humble	281.540.1907	Rent, Utilities, Food,	NE: 77338, East of Lee Rd, 77346, (Only apartment complexes)	M, W, F only. 930 to 1145am - 1st 12 people.
St Pious Catholic Church Web	824 Main - Pasadena	713.473.9484	Food, Rent, Utilities, Immigrant Legal Assistance, Free Health Screenings,	Pasadena: 77501, 77507, 77536, 77547, 77587,	Tues & Thurs: 10am to 1230pm
Target Hunger Service CenterWeb	2814 Quitman	713.226.4953	Emergency Food, Food Pantries, Monthly Food Fairs, Senior Home Delivery Program, Senior Day Site Program	77015, 77016, 77020, 77026, 77028, 77078,	M-F: 9am to 5pm
The Bridge Over Troubled WatersWeb	3811 Allen-Genoa Rd	713.473.2801	Emergency Shelter for Domestic Abuse Victims	Harris County
The House of AmosWeb	8030 Boone Rd	281.495.9061	Food, Citizenship Classes, Lunches every Saturday, Free immunizations to uninsured children.		M-Th: 9am to 12pm Sat: 10am to 12pm
Tomball Emergency Assistance Ministries (TEAM) Web	300 W Main Street Tomball, TX 77375	281.351.6700	Utilities, Gas vouchers, Clothing, Food, Medical and Dental vouchers, Temporary Shelter	Tomball zip codes 77375, 77377 or you live within Tomball school district.	Tues and Thurs: 10am to 1pm. Application must be completed in person.
The Houston Food Bank Web	535 Portwall	832.369.9390	Emergency Food Pantry, Help applying for SNAP, TANF, CHIP, Medicaid		M-F: 8am to 5pm Sat: Telephone hotline only 8am to 4pm
United Way Web		211	Referrals for Food, Shelter, Rent, Utilities, Housing, Shelters, Substance Abuse	Harris County
Wesley Community CenterWeb	1410 Lee Street	713.223.8131 ext 245	Rent, Utilities, Food, Financial Education, Employment coaching, Help applying for Medicaid, SNAP, TANF,	Harris County	Friday Starts at 8am. Appointments Only. No appointment needed for Food.
West Houston Assistance MinistriesWeb	10501 Meadowglen Lane	713.977.9942	Mortgage, Food, Utilities, Clothing, Employment Assistance, Bus Passes for job related trips, Work Clothes,	77042, 77057, 77063, 77072, 77077, 77082,	M - F: 10am - 1pm
Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church Web	3826 Wheeler	713.747.7101	Rent, Mortgage, Utilities, Food, Women's Housing (Badge Bush). Visit there site they help in plenty of ways.	SE: 77770	M-Th: 9 - 1230pm F: 9-1130am *Appointment only
Windsor Village Social ServicesWeb	12041 1/2 Post Oak Rd	713.551.8792	Rent, Mortgage, Utilities, Food,	Harris County and Ft Bend County	Appointment only Monday 8am to 11am Food: T-W 9am to 11am. Th 1030am to 1230pm
Pearland Neighborhood CenterWeb	2335 N Texas Ave, Pearland, TX 77581	281-485-1987, info@pnctexas.com	Rent, Utilities, Gas, Food and Baby Pantry, Bread Pantry, Santa's Helpers Program, School Supply Vouchers, Emergency Assistance, Finanical Stability Course, GED Scholarships, Disaster Relief	Brazoria County	M - F 8 to 5
East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministry WWebeb	435 Stafford Run Road Stafford, Texas 77477-5639	281 261-1006	Food, rent, utilities, resale shop, Christmas and Thanksgiving Meals, Backpacks for kids,	East Fort Bend - 77053, 77459, 77477, 77478, 77479, 77489, 77545, 77583	281 261-1006
Epiphany Community Health Outreach Services (ECHOS) WWebeb	9600 S. Gessner, Bldg. E Houston, Texas 77071	713 270-0369	Gold Card, Medcaid, SNAP, Food, ESL, Computer Literacy, Voter Registration, Child Immunizations, Vision Screening, Domestic Abuse Counseling and support groups,	Serves Greater Houston	713 270-0369
Emergency Aid Coalition (EAC) WWebeb	5401 Fannin Street Houston, Texas 77004-6808	(713) 522-5903	Food Pantry + Clothing (M-F 8:30am), Lunch Program (M - F + Sunday 11 am & 1pm, Backpacks (register in March)	Serves Greater Houston	(713) 522-5903
Interfaith of the Woodlands WebWeb	4242 Interfaith Way The Woodlands, Texas 77381	(832) 615-8219	Rent, mortgage, utilities, prescription drugs, food, clothing, emergency shelter, Christmas gifts for kids, primary care, dental, womens health, senior transportation, senior grocery delivery,	Woodlands - 77375, 77380, 77381, 77382, 77384, 77385, 77386, 77389,	(832) 615-8219
My Brother's Keeper Outreach Center (not COH Program) WWebeb	12713A Bissonnet Houston, TX 77099	(281) 498-9933	Rent, utilities, Food, School supplies, Thanksgiving / Christmas Meal Program, Christmas gifts for kids, Easter baskets,	77031, 77035, 77036, 77042, 77056, 77071, 77072, 77074, 77081, 77082, 77083, 77085, 77096, 77099, 77401, 77477, 77478,	(281) 498-9933
St. Vincent's House - Galveston Web	2-2817 Alfreda Houston Place Galveston, Texas 77550	(409) 763-8521	Vision + Dental clinic, Mental Health Counseling, Speech, Physical Occupational Therapy, Rent, Utilities, Case Management, Transportation,	Galveston - 77591, 77568, 77590, 77563, 77554, 77551, 77550, 77555, 77552, 77553,	(409) 763-8521
Hero Houston WWebeb	12335 Kingsride, Box 230, Houston, TX 77024	(713) 932-3996	Offers services to seniors in the Memorial and Spring Branch area. Transportation to medical appointments, light handyman work, help filling out documents and senior service referrals.	Memorial and Spring Branch area. 77024 77043 77055 77079 77080	Monday - Friday 8 to 5
Public Utility commission of Texas (PUC) Web		888.782.8477 or 512.936.7500	Will not turn of utilities or electricity if you have a need for medical equipment or you are on life support
COVID-19 Electricity Relief Program web		866.454.8387 or 888.782.8477	The Texas COVID-19 Electricity Relief Program (CERP) helps consumers who are having trouble paying bills due to job loss or other related hardship.	Who is eligible for the Texas COVID-19 Electricity Relief Plan? Residential customers that qualify for unemployment or that are low income qualify for the Texas COVID-19 Electricity Relief Plan. Once approved for the Texas COVID-19 Electricity Relief Program, you will remain on the program for up to six months. During that time, your electricity provider cannot disconnect your electricity for non-payment.
Fort Bend County WWeb eb	301 Jackson Street, Richmond, TX 77469	281.238.2273 or 281.633.7795	Rent and utility assistance	Serves Fort Bend County and zip codes:77406, 77417, 77420, 77430, 77435, 77441, 77444, 77451, 77459, 77461, 77464 77469, 77471, 77476 77478, 77477, 77479 77481, 77485, 77489, 77496, 77494, 77407, 77498, 77545	Open normal business hours 8 to 5 pm

Agencies To Call If There Are No Nonprofits That Help Your Zip Code

You can call these agencies if there is no nonprofit that helps your zip code. Some of these agencies help all of Houston, while others focus on certain areas like NE or SE Houston.

Editor’s note: You can find more information about the specific services these agencies offer, their address, and hours of operation by typing their name in the table above. 

• Avenue 360 (HIV/AID patients only) – 713.426.0027
• Brentwood Community Foundation  (HIV/AIDS patients only) – 713.852.2551
• City Fellowship Church Christian Rescue Mission – 713.659.7750
• City Wide Club – 713.752.2582
• First Baptist Church (NW Harris County) – 713.554.8801 or 281.229.9166
• Gulf Coast Community Services (SE Houston) – 713.393.4700
• Harris County Social Services – 713.696.7900
• Larkin Community Center (seniors and families w children) – 713.869.9143
• My Brother’s Keeper Outreach – 281.489.9933
• Pasadena Community Ministries (Pasadena and Deer Park rent assistance) – 713.477.4336
• Salvation Army (water only) – 713.752.0677
• Society of St. Vincent de Paul – 713.741.8234 ext 101
• United Way (provides rent and utility assistance referrals) – 211
• Wesley Community Center – 713.223.8131 ext 245
• Windsor Village Social Services – 713.551.8792
• Pearland Neighborhood Center (Brazoria County rent assistance) – 281-485-1987

City of Houston Water Fund

The City of Houston offers a special program called the W.A.T.E.R Fund which stands for “Water Aid to Elderly Residents”.  This program provides financial assistance to seniors who need help paying their City of Houston water bill. 

To qualify for this water bill assistance program you must be: 

• 60+ years old
• Utility customer of the City of Houston water department
• Limited fuds are also available for  low-income families or those with a disability

You can learn more about this program by calling the Houston water bill phone number at 713.371.1400 or visiting their website. 

Conclusion

When searching for rent or utility assistance in Houston, you want to FIRST look for agencies that help your specific zip code.

The reasoning is, local non-profits receive rent assistance funds to distribute to people in specific zip codes. Local non-profits give you a better chance of finding help because they only help a limited number of people in their area. Compare this to and agency that takes calls from ALL of Harris County and you can see why it’s important to start with the agency that helps your zip code.

As I mentioned earlier it can be tough obtaining utility or rent assistance in Houston. If you have family that can help definitely start with them because there will be less red tape from family. 

Lastly, be persistent in your calls to these non-profits. Rent and utility assistance is limited so you may need to call back multiple days in a row. Also, check the time that organizations open and begin your calls 10-15 minutes before they open.