New COVID-19 Assistance Available for Philadelphia Residents

Assistance Programs for Philadelphia Residents

• Cash Assistance Program for Philly Families: The City is offering an Emergency Assistance Program for families with children who were working and experienced the loss of a job or income due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Applications are being accepted as of Monday, May 11, and will continue to be taken through June 12 or until all funds are expended. Residents can apply here or call BenePhilly at 1 (833) 373-5868.

• Rental Assistance Program for Philadelphia Residents: The City is accepting applications from Tuesday, May 12 at 10 a.m. until May 16 at 5 p.m. at PHLRentAssist.org. Renters without internet access can call 3-1-1 for assistance. Check for eligibility here.