Community Action Rental Assistance Fund (CARAF)
Funding Amount
Up to $650 per household
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Community Action Rental Assistance Fund (CARAF)
Status: Phase 3 - Open (funds exhausted; applications accepted and placed on waitlist)
Geographic Scope: Western New York / Erie County
Focus Areas: Emergency rental and mortgage assistance for households at risk of eviction or foreclosure
Eligibility:
- Photo ID & Social Security Number (Head of Household)
- Identification for additional household members
- Proof of address
- Proof of household income
- Lease (renters) or deed (homeowners)
- Rental or mortgage statement showing arrears
- Completed W-9 form (landlord or lender)
Award Details:
Contact:
How to Apply
How to Apply
1. Call to confirm eligibility: 716.881.6543 (Mon–Fri, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM)
2. Complete the application online (link referenced on website)
Required Documentation
- Photo ID & Social Security Number (Head of Household)
- Identification for additional household members
- Proof of address
- Proof of household income
- Lease (renters) or deed (homeowners)
- Rental or mortgage statement showing arrears
- Completed W-9 form (landlord or lender)
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