In response to COVID-19, the Illinois Housing Development Authority ("IHDA") created the Emergency Rental Assistance ("ERA") program. Applications are being accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis from August 10, 2020 until August 21, 2020. More information can be found at: https://era.ihda.org/

The IHDA ERA describes the program as follows: "If you’ve been unable to pay your rent due to COVID-19, we’re here to help you. It’s important to continue paying as much of your rent as you can. Funds are limited so complete your application as soon as possible. Only one application per household is allowed and an application is not a guarantee of assistance. If you are approved, you will receive a grant of $5,000 that will be sent to your landlord to be applied against your rent."

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