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Local organizations providing rental assistance, mortgage help, emergency funds, and housing stability resources for Asheville & Buncombe County residents.

Asheville & Buncombe County

Local Rental Assistance Directory

The following organizations provide rental assistance, mortgage help, emergency funding, and housing stability support to residents in Asheville and Buncombe County. Each organization has its own eligibility requirements. Contact them directly to apply. Issued 12-6-24. Information expires 1/30/25.

Emergency Assistance
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Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry

Under threat of eviction. Less than 80% Area Median Income.

📞828.259.5307
📍24 Cumberland Ave., Asheville NC 28801
Apply by phone
County Program
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BC Health & Human Services

Helene Assistance: Households suffering economic hardship, <80% AMI. Deadline: December 18, 2024. Emergency Assistance: Households with a child under 18, <200% Fed. poverty level.

📞828.250.5500
📍40 Coxe Ave., Asheville NC 28801
Apply by phone, in-person, or on website
Rental Assistance
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Eblen Charities

Experiencing crisis or hardship. Less than 80% Area Median Income.

📞828.255.3066
📍23 Hamilton St., Asheville NC 28801
Apply on website
Youth & Young Adults
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Eliada Homes

Ages 18–25 facing or at risk of homelessness. Less than 80% Area Median Income. Deadline: December 31, 2024.

📞828.348.3338
📍2 Compton Dr., Asheville NC 28806
Apply by phone
Disaster Relief
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FEMA Individual Assistance

Impacted by TS Helene. Deadline: January 7, 2025.

📞828.255.3066
📍3 S. Tunnel Road, Asheville, NC 28805
Apply by phone, in-person, or on website
Faith-Based
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Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church

Suffering economic hardship from Helene. Less than 80% Area Median Income.

📞828.254.3274
📍789 Merrimon Ave., Asheville NC 28804
Apply by phone or in-person
Faith-Based
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Society of St. Vincent de Paul

Eligibility based on location.

📞800.254.3274
📍102 Andrews Pl., Swannanoa NC 28778
Apply by phone
Industry Workers
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Southern Smoke Foundation

Food & Beverage staff facing crisis. Must have worked 30+ hours/week for at least 6 months.

📞713.364.6501
📍4200 Montrose Blvd. #430, Houston TX 77006
Apply on website
Regional
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Swannanoa Valley Christian Ministry

Black Mountain, Swannanoa, or homes east of the VA hospital. Less than 200% of poverty line.

📞828.669.9404
📍101 N. Ridgeway Ave., Black Mountain, NC 28711
Apply by phone or in-person
Disability Services
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The ARC of Buncombe County

Buncombe resident with household member with an intellectual or developmental disability. Less than 80% Area Median Income.

📞828.253.1255
📍50 S. French Broad Ave., #246, Asheville NC 28801
Apply by phone or on website
Industry Workers
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The Giving Kitchen

Food & Beverage staff facing crisis.

📞404.254.1227
📍970 Jefferson St., NW Suite 8, Atlanta GA 30318
Apply on website
Rent/Mortgage Assistance
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Buncombe County

Organizations that offer rent and mortgage payment assistance.

📞Phillip Hardin (CSS): (828) 250-5592 | Call Center: (828) 250-5500
Apply online or by phone
Federal Program
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HUD.GOV – Mortgage Payments

For mortgage payment assistance. Federal government program.

📞888-995-4673
Apply online or by phone
Community Nonprofit
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North Buncombe Samaritan Ministry (ABCCM)

Asheville-Buncombe Community Christian Ministry. Local nonprofit providing emergency assistance.

📞(828) 645-6141
📍403 Weaverville Highway, Asheville, NC 28804
Apply by phone or in-person
Legal Aid
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Pisgah Legal Services

Free legal assistance for housing and eviction issues.

📞(800) 489-6144
📍62 Charlotte Street, Asheville, NC 28801
Apply by phone
Faith-Based
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Biltmore United Methodist Church

May have very limited housing help or a forgivable loan for paying rent, on the fourth Tuesday of each month. Appointments are needed.

📞(828) 274-2379
📍376 Hendersonville Road, Asheville, NC 28803
By appointment only
Faith-Based
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Christian Ministries

Men who have a job may qualify for housing or rent support. Multiple locations: Black Mountain (828-669-9404) and Cox Avenue, Arden (828-259-5337).

📞828-252-2752
📍24 Cumberland Ave., Asheville, NC 28801
Apply by phone or in-person
Referral Network
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United Way

Works with local charities, non-profits, and other aid organizations. Can refer people to emergency shelter, financial assistance, low income housing, and rent help.

📞828-255-0696
📍50 S. French Broad Ave., Asheville, NC 28801
Apply by phone or in-person