$6,500 Housing Bonus Available—Who Qualifies and How to Apply?
Alberta Waelchi Sr.
Published Mar 17, 2025
The state of Illinois has launched a $6,500 financial assistance program to support families without stable housing.
This one-time rental bonus is aimed at helping families secure stable housing amid rising rent prices.
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Who Qualifies?
To be eligible for the $6,500 housing bonus, families must meet these requirements:
- No permanent housing in Illinois
- At least one child enrolled in the Students in Temporary Living Situations (STLS) program before December 9, 2024
- Participation in state assistance programs (SNAP, TANF, or food assistance) before March 9, 2025
- Residence in one of the following counties:
- Cook
- Kane
- Lake
- Peoria
- St. Clair
- Will
- Sangamon
How to Apply?
Eligible families must complete the registration form on the official Illinois Stability Investment for Family Housing program website.
For more information:
- Phone: +1 (855) 701-5552
- Email: sifh3support@givedirectly.org
This initiative aims to provide financial relief and help families secure stable living conditions, ensuring children can grow up in safe, supportive environments.
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