The CITY OF MOUNT RAINIER WILL MAKE GIFT CARDS AVAILABLE TO
MOUNT RAINIER RESIDENTS! APPLICATION DUE: FRIDAY, AUGUST 28, 2020 AT 5 PM
Mount Rainier's Mayor and Council recognize the hardship
that many of its residents are facing during this pandemic. Although we are not
able to meet every need or provide the big dollars that may be available in
other jurisdictions, we are making available up to twenty (20) gift cards
monthly to help some of the neediest in our community.
The gift cards will be issued on a first-come, first-serve
basis to individuals and families. Only one card per family ($100) and
individuals may receive one $80 gift cards, while they last. Cards can be
received monthly, with priority to those who have never received a gift card
from the City.
The gift card program will begin in September. Please click
on this link to apply now.
Copy and paste the following link in your browser:
https://www.mountrainiermd.org/residents/coronavirus-covid-19-updates/resident-food-assistance
MOUNT RAINIER UNVEILS RESIDENTS RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
The purpose of this program is to provide rental assistance
to eligible individuals and families who have been impacted by the COVID-19
pandemic and residents of the City of Mount Rainier.
Eligibility requirements:
Resident of the City of Mount Rainier (must show proof of
residency)
Show evidence of need and that need was due to circumstances
related to COVID-19 pandemic.
Show necessity of payment for eligible expense o Complete
the Application form and attach requested documentation of residence and
hardship.
Original copies of bill(s) requested to be paid and
documentation such as rental/mortgage delinquency; past due notices; and other
related documentation pertaining to a particular emergency expense request.
Acceptable documentation/proof of eligibility, may include
any of the following:
2018 and/or 2019 Tax Return as filed with IRS
Documentation of acceptance under other government financial
aid program
Proof of unemployment benefits or application
Letter of furlough or layoff from employer
Receives SNAP/TANF benefits
Receives Social Security Income
Medicaid
Reside in subsidized housing
Family eligible for free/reduced lunch at schools
Approved residents will receive a one-time payment of $1,000
towards their rental or utility balance. Payments will be sent directly to the
landlord or utility company.
Application Due: September 11, 2020 at 5 pm
Please click onor copy and paste this link to complete and submit YOUR
application.
https://www.mountrainiermd.org/residents/coronavirus-covid-19-updates/resident-rental-assistance-application