OUTAGAMIE COUNTY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) – Outagamie County received a grant to help homeowners who experienced financial hardship during the pandemic.
The $1,017,185 Community Development Block Grant will be distributed to residents of Outagamie, Calumet and Northeastern Winnebago counties through LEAVEN, CAP Services and Advocap.
“In light of the eviction moratorium being lifted at the beginning of August we would like to be clear that there are local resources available,” said Tom Nelson, Outagamie County executive. “Eligibility for Medicare and FoodShare in Outagamie County has increased by 22% from January to November of 2020 so there may be an immediate need for assistance and we will remain proactive.”
Resources may be available for mortgage and/or utility assistance.
For more information:
- Homeowners can call LEAVEN at 920-738-9635
- Outagamie County renters can call CAP Services at 1-844-314-8004
- Calumet and Winnebago County renters can call ADVOCAP at 920-922-7760
Currently, there are no programs that provide direct financial assistance to homeowners.
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