Barrier Busting and the Stay-Housed Cleaning Initiative

Services available through August 31st, 2025. Services may end before this date if funds are exhausted.

TOOF’s Housing Stability Program is proud to launch its summertime service project, Barrier Busting & the Stay-Housed Cleaning Initiative—a targeted initiative to help individuals and families experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness maintain or secure safe housing.

This project provides one-time financial assistance to eligible households in need of support with critical move-in or housing stabilization costs. Whether you’re moving into a new unit, trying to avoid eviction, or facing barriers that prevent you from securing a lease, this program may be able to help.

🚫 What We Can’t Cover

  • Current or Past Due Rent
  • Current and Past Due Utility Bills

✅ What We Can Help With

  • Housing application fees
  • Security and utility deposits (including reconnection fees)
  • Pet deposits (up to $500 per pet or $1,000 total)
  • Moving costs (with vendor quotes)
  • Storage fees (up to 1 month)
  • Additional or risk deposits
  • Landlord incentives (for leases 6+ months)
  • Cleaning or remediation (for lease violations tied to a documented disability)

🏠 Renting a Room?

You may qualify, as long as:

  • You're not related to or financially tied to your landlord
  • You have a lease for at least 6 months
  • Costs are reasonable and improve your housing stability
    Note: Room renters cannot receive help with utility deposits.

Need help with the form? Have questions? 
We’re happy to assist with troubleshooting, coordination, or general info: 

Email: paige.hale@toofound.org
Phone: 512-748-1462