FreeRent Atlanta Grant

FreeRent Atlanta Grant

Overview: An annual grant providing up to 12 months of rental assistance plus wraparound support services for hardworking families in Atlanta experiencing unexpected hardship.

Mission: FreeRent.Org provides rental assistance and wraparound services that offer families a pathway to financial stability, focusing on working households struggling to get ahead due to unforeseen hardship.

Geographic Scope

• Service Area: Within the City of Atlanta limits only

Target Population

Who is this for?
• Hardworking families in the City of Atlanta experiencing unexpected hardship (medical emergency, car repairs, family emergency, etc.)
• Families ready to commit to partnership and fostering growth for long-term financial stability

Eligibility Requirements

Minimum Eligibility Criteria:
• Location: Have an active lease within the City of Atlanta limits
• Income: Household income is 80% HUD Area Median Income or lower
• Employment: At least one adult employed full-time
• Housing Costs: No more than 50% of monthly income towards housing costs
• Hardship: Experienced a recent, unexpected hardship (medical expenses, family crisis, natural disaster)
• Commitment: Selected participants commit to actively engaging in FreeRent's financial education and savings programs
• Savings Goal: Agreement to save at least three months of housing costs during the program (rent and other fixed living expenses)
• Participation: Willingness to set quarterly financial and personal goals and participate in financial education programming

What Recipients Receive

• Rental assistance for up to 12 months
• Financial education and workshops
• Regular goal-setting and check-ins
• Referrals to community resources
• Wealth Building Rewards access with savings incentives

Impact

A hand-up for families that promotes long-term financial stability, helping them first stabilize and then build a strong financial future through a personalized support plan. Vision: Building generational wealth and giving every family the chance to breathe, reset, rebuild, and create a path for their future.

Background

• Since founding, FreeRent has helped over 200 individuals from across 80 families stay housed and achieve long-term financial stability

Contact Information

• Email: ATL@freerent.org
• Website: freerent.org