Emergency rental assistance — help to avoid eviction

BakerRipley's emergency rental assistance program pays past-due rent, current rent, and utility bills directly to landlords and utility companies when families face eviction. The program covers up to 18 months of expenses and helps families who've fallen behind due to job loss or other financial hardship. Staff also connect families with job training and financial counseling to help prevent future housing crises.

Key details

• How to apply: Call 211 immediately
• Cost: Free
• Required: Lease + income proof + eviction notice
• Urgency: Do not wait — funds are limited

About BakerRipley

For over 100 years, BakerRipley has been part of Houston's fabric. We run 30+ community centers across the city, reaching over 500,000 neighbors a year — from free tax preparation and English classes to emergency rental …

The program serves Houston families in ZIP code 77081 and connects with landlords throughout the city to make payments on tenants' behalf.

This assistance keeps families housed and children in their current schools while preventing the cascade of problems that come with eviction. It also supports local landlords by ensuring they receive overdue payments and reduces the broader costs of homelessness across Houston.

Families need to gather their lease agreement, recent pay stubs or unemployment documents, past-due rent notices, and utility bills. They can apply online through BakerRipley's website or call the office directly. Staff review applications and work with landlords to process payments once families are approved.