Emergency Assistance
In case of emergency call 9-1-1 or dial (650) 321-4433
Domestic and Sexual Violence
Financial Assistance
CalWORKS (California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids)
Provides time limited cash assistance, childcare and health care coverage to families with dependent children (under 18). Apply through the County of Santa Clara Social Services Agency online or by phone, (408) 758-3800. |
City of Palo Alto Department of Utilities - Project Pledge
(650) 329-2161
Offers a one-time utility bill assistance to Palo Alto residential customers for past due amounts, up to $750, who have experienced sudden job loss, the death of a spouse, or unexpected substantial medical expenses. |
City of Palo Alto Utilities - Rate Assistance Program (RAP)
(650) 329-2161
Provides a 25% discount on gas and electricity charges and a 20% discount on storm drain service fees to Palo Alto residential customers. Eligibility is based on either medical need, treatment or medical equipment causes higher than normal utilities consumption, or financial need. The qualifying income chart for financial need is posted online.
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County of Santa Clara General Assistance
Provides cash assistance and employment services to adults with no dependent children and who have no other means of support. Apply through the County of Santa Clara Social Services Agency online or by phone, (408) 758-3800. |
Housing Industry Foundation – Emergency Housing Fund
info@hifinfo.org
Awards emergency aid fund money to low-income individuals/families that are at risk of losing their housing. Accepts applications only from partner agencies.
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Sacred Heart Community Service: Home Energy Assistance Program
(877) 278-6455
heap@sacredheartcs.org
Offers a credit to the utility bill of income-eligible residents in Santa Clara County who purchase energy from the City of Palo Alto (as well as other vendors). |
Saint Vincent de Paul Society - Saint Thomas Aquinas Conference
(650) 424-8155
Provides rent, utilities, and other emergency assistance to individuals and families in need. For in-person assistance, visit the Pastoral Center located at 3290 Middlefield Road in Palo Alto on Wednesdays from 3-5 p.m. |
Santa Clara County Homeless Prevention System
Resource Hotline (408) 926-8885
Provides assistance to low-income families or individuals who are at risk of losing their housing, including: temporary financial assistance, legal support, case management and other services. The local provider for Palo Alto is the LifeMoves Opportunity Center (650) 853-8672.
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Season of Sharing Fund
Provides financial assistance for housing and other critical needs to families with dependent children, persons aged 55 and older, disabled individuals, veterans, individuals in their second or third trimester of pregnancy, survivors of intimate partner violence, and transitioning emancipated foster youth ages 18-24. Apply through the Santa Clara County Social Services Agency by phone, (408) 755-7710. |
Bureau of Automotive Repair's Consumer Assistance Program
Eligible consumers may receive up to $1,200 in emissions related repairs if their vehicle fails its biennial Smog Check inspection. Eligible consumers may receive up to $1,500 to retire their operational vehicle. |
Maintenance for Moms
Provides one time car repair assistance to single moms in Santa Clara County. Apply online. |