October 24: In-person event to help people apply to the Rental and Utility Relief Program

Posted on Oct 19, 2022 in Important Events

The Office of Economic Revitalization and the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement are organizing an in-person event to help people apply to the Rental and Utilty Relief Program.

It will be on Monday, October 24, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Filipino Community Center (94-428 Mokuola St.).

Eligible renters who have not applied to RURP before can get individual help applying. Translators and interpreters will be at the event for language support; no registration is needed and walk-ins are welcome.

Renters should bring:

  • Their government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license or a state ID card.
  • Their rental agreement and past due rent and/or utility bills.
  • The most recent tax returns or pay stubs for everyone in their household.
  • Med-QUEST health insurance can also be used as proof of income.

People who have questions about the event or how to qualify for the Program can call (808) 768-2489 (CITY), Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., except for City holidays.

And as a reminder, no application is guaranteed funding or 18 months of eligibility.

Visit https://www.oneoahu.org/renthelp for more information and how to apply.