The goal of the Fair Housing/ Housing Counseling Program is to help residents maintain housing stability, which is key to family well-being. The program is a Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)-approved housing counseling agency.

The Fair Housing Program provides the following services to rental tenants, homeowners and landlords:

• Tenant and landlord mediation
• Default counseling to homeowners
• Housing Discrimination Complaints
• Referrals and community outreach
• Rent Assistance
• Mortgage Assistance
• Utility Assistance

Limited resources available. Call for information. Re-apply frequently.

This program provides $7,500 or $15,000 (depending on location) as a 0% interest/no payments second loan that can be used for the down payment and/or other costs associated with purchasing a home.

Click here for more information.

To apply, visit NHSD at 1400 S Flores St or call 210-207-6459.

This program is only available to City of San Antonio uniform police and fire employees.

• For Prospective Homeowners

HIP 80 lends between $1,000 and $30,000 as a 0% interest / no payments second loan. It can be used for the down payment required by your lender and some of the additional costs associated with purchasing a home.

• 100% of the loan between $1,000 - $15,000 will be forgiven over a 5-year period
• 100% of the loan between $15,001 - $30,000 will be forgiven over a 10-year period 

Home Purchase Price Limits:

• Existing Home: $244,000
• New Construction: $257,000 

Household Income Limits: 

• Updated by the Department of Housing & Urban Development. Combined household income needs to be below income limits

Only homes located within the city limits of San Antonio are eligible for this program. Click here and enter an address to see if it is within San Antonio city limits.

• For Homeowners

If you are forced to move to a new home because your rent is going up, the property is being renovated or redeveloped, there is a code enforcement action against the property owner, or for some other reason...

The City of San Antonio Neighborhood and Housing Services Department (NHSD) provides financial assistance to cover the costs of relocating, including moving-related expenses and any fees and deposits required by your new housing.

Call or visit to request assistance.

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis. This aid may take the form of intervention, consultation, or often through direct dollar or in-kind service. An essential precept of the Society's work is to provide help while conscientiously maintaining the confidentiality and dignity of those who are served. The Society recognizes that it must assume, also, a role of advocacy for those who are defenseless or voiceless. 

Services Offered:

• Food Pantry
• Clothing Assistance
• Utility Assistance
• Rental Assistance
• Home Visits

Requirements:

• Must reside within parish boundary.
• Please wear a mask.
• We serve on a case-to-case basis, we will not turn you away if it is your first visit.

Free

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis. This aid may take the form of intervention, consultation, or often through direct dollar or in-kind service. An essential precept of the Society's work is to provide help while conscientiously maintaining the confidentiality and dignity of those who are served. The Society recognizes that it must assume, also, a role of advocacy for those who are defenseless or voiceless. 

Services Offered:

• Food Pantry
• Utility Assistance
• Rental Assistance
• School Supplies
• Christmas Angel Tree
• Easter Baskets

Must reside within parish boundary.

The Claude Black Community Center provides an array of services to the local community, including providing comprehensive nutrition services for seniors and housing emergency assistance services.

Members of the public can also reserve space for community meetings and activities.

For information on the Center or on activities provided at the center please contact the Center.

Habitat for Humanity of San Antonio is an ecumenical Christian non-profit housing organization working in partnership with God’s people in need to build modest, decent, and affordable houses without interest or profit, thereby witnessing God’s love in action.

Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity of San Antonio brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope.

Monthly payments average $600 (including taxes and insurance).

In our 40-year history, we have less than a 1.5% foreclosure rate.

We work with families whose total income is between 20% – 70% of the area's median income (AMI).

Families are accepted to the Habitat program based on their need, ability to pay a zero percent interest mortgage, and their willingness to partner.

Applicants must be residents of Bexar County.

Once accepted, homeowners are eligible to buy a home from Habitat with a 20 – 25 year zero percent interest mortgage.

Families spend a minimum of 300 hours investing in “sweat equity,” where they support and help build their own homes and the homes of their neighbors.

Families partner with us and contribute a minimum of 300 hours of sweat equity, 15-20 hours of Home Owner Readiness classes and pay a minimal down payment on their mortgage. Mortgage payments are around $600 a month and include taxes and insurance.

• For Prospective Homeowners

The Financial and Housing Recovery Center is part of the Recovery and Resiliency Plan for the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

The plan includes a section on community resilience, which ensures that households and businesses affected by COVID-19 have the resources and tools to become financially resilient and better prepared to withstand future economic challenges.

Financial Benefits Navigation
Through Financial Benefits Navigation we work with federal, state, and local benefits providers and with community partners, to include referral services such as unemployment, TANF, CHIP, housing authority waitlist registration, utility assistance, rent/mortgage assistance, etc.

Financial Counseling
Financial Counselors through the Financial and Housing Recovery Center, assist residents with budgeting, debt management, credit report education, and linking to positive products through Bank On San Antonio, etc.

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis. This aid may take the form of intervention, consultation, or often through direct dollar or in-kind service. An essential precept of the Society's work is to provide help while conscientiously maintaining the confidentiality and dignity of those who are served. The Society recognizes that it must assume, also, a role of advocacy for those who are defenseless or voiceless. 

Services Offered:

• Food Pantry
• Clothing Assistance
• Utility Assistance
• Rental Assistance

Must reside within parish boundary.

NACA provides comprehensive housing counseling and access to an incredible mortgage.

The NACA Mortgage offers everyone the same below-market fixed interest rate with no down-payment, no closing costs, fees, points, or PMI.

Eligibility:

• Member or anyone in the household cannot own another property when they close on the NACA mortgage.
• Member must occupy the home as long as they have a mortgage obtained through NACA.

• For Prospective Homeowners

NACA assists homeowners who have unaffordable mortgages.

Unlike a refinance, mortgage modification can change the interest rate or term of your current mortgage. Our advocates will help you negotiate with your lender based on your financial hardship.

Signing up below is the first step in the Home Save program for at-risk homeowners needing an affordable mortgage payment or homeowners needing funds to make important repairs. Click here to sign up.

No homeowner is turned away.

Our advocates can help you for free, whether or not you got your mortgage through us.

The Neighborhood Housing Services of San Antonio provides up to $20,000 in down payment and closing cost assistance to eligible first-time homebuyers in Bexar County for the purchase of their home. Our assistance is in the form of a second mortgage, meaning that it is a loan that is paid back over time. Once you are pre-approved for your home loan, we work with your lender to determine the level of assistance needed for your down payment and/ or closing costs. 

We know that saving for a down payment can be challenging, so let us help you reach that goal of homeownership sooner!

Potential homebuyers must meet all program eligibility guidelines and requirements including: 

• First-Time homebuyer
• Obtain a 1st lien mortgage with a participating lender
• US citizen or permanent resident 
• Purchase home in Bexar County 
• Minimum credit score of 580 
• Fall within the income guidelines. Income guidelines can be found here, Down Payment Assistance.
• Complete a HUD approved Homebuyer Education Class 

• For Prospective Homeowners

NHSSA offers 1st lien mortgages. If you are interested in purchasing a home, come shop and compare offers. Our rates are very competitive and we work with a variety of mortgage companies to provide you with the best product to fit your needs. Our Lending staff have over 20 years of experience with 1st and 2nd lien mortgages and will provide you with exceptional service from start to finish.

To get pre-qualified please contact, our Lending Specialist.

• For Prospective Homeowners

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis. This aid may take the form of intervention, consultation, or often through direct dollar or in-kind service. An essential precept of the Society's work is to provide help while conscientiously maintaining the confidentiality and dignity of those who are served. The Society recognizes that it must assume, also, a role of advocacy for those who are defenseless or voiceless. 

Services Offered:

• Food Pantry
• Utility Assistance
• Rental Assistance

Food Pantry Requirements:

• Must reside within parish boundary. Please call before to see if you qualify for assistance at this parish.
• Must have a picture ID.

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis. This aid may take the form of intervention, consultation, or often through direct dollar or in-kind service. An essential precept of the Society's work is to provide help while conscientiously maintaining the confidentiality and dignity of those who are served. The Society recognizes that it must assume, also, a role of advocacy for those who are defenseless or voiceless. 

Services Offered:

• Food Pantry
• Clothing Assistance
• Home Visits 
• Bus Tickets
• Utility Assistance
• Rental Assistance

Requirements:

• Valid ID.
• Must reside within parish boundary.
• Application with household members and information.
• Curbside Food Distribution.

Free.

We provide confidential, personal assistance to Veterans, family members, caregivers and widows to help locate or resolve unmet needs that other programs may not support.

Our services includes outreach to both active military, Veterans and their families from all wars, conflicts and periods of service. Our model is simple, if you or your loved one served our country, let us serve you now!

Free

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis. This aid may take the form of intervention, consultation, or often through direct dollar or in-kind service. An essential precept of the Society's work is to provide help while conscientiously maintaining the confidentiality and dignity of those who are served. The Society recognizes that it must assume, also, a role of advocacy for those who are defenseless or voiceless. 

Services Offered:

• Food Pantry
• Clothing Assistance
• Utility Assistance
• Rental Assistance

Requirements:

• Valid ID.
• Must reside within parish boundary.
• Copy of Residential Lease for proof of residency.

Free.

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis. It is this personalized involvement that makes the work of the Society unique.

Aid may take the form of intervention, consultation, or often through direct dollar or in-kind service.

An essential precept of the Society's work is to provide help while conscientiously maintaining the confidentiality and dignity of those who are served. The Society recognizes that it also must assume a role of advocacy for those who are defenseless or voiceless.

Services Offered: 

• Food Pantry 
• Clothing Services
• Home Visits
• Utility Assistance
• Rental Assistance

Requirements:

• Must reside within parish boundary.
• Drive-Thru Food Distribution

We offer four distinct programs to assist military families at every stage of their transition into civilian life.

• Transitional Housing (Apartments)
• Permanent Homes for Veterans
• Transitional Homes for Veterans
• Transitional Housing (Villages)

At Always Best Care Senior Services, our mission is to provide veterans with the most outstanding care possible, and also to assist them in obtaining the funds to pay for the care they need.

The Always Best Care Veterans Assistance Program helps some of America’s most deserving citizens remain in their homes longer while maintaining a healthy and safer lifestyle. Or, if the veteran chooses to move to an assisted living community, benefits can also apply to the cost of room and board as well as personal care.

As part of our program, we want to help veterans and their families understand what VA programs are available.

Here’s how we help

At Always Best Care, we not only provide outstanding care for veterans, we also assist them in obtaining the funds to pay for the care they need. For example, if you choose to work with one of our resources, their process includes:

• Thoroughly researching and reviewing all pertinent records and testimony, documenting medical conditions, need for care, military service, marital records, and financial status (if required).
• Obtaining necessary documents from original and certified sources (this includes obtaining certified copies of military discharges).
• Researching your particular situation and history with a view of selecting which VA disability program might be the most beneficial.
• Preparing a written legal opinion regarding eligibility for the desired VA benefit and the anticipated amount of award.
• If the legal opinion is positive, you may begin care with Always Best Care confident of your legal entitlement to VA benefits.
• Preparing presenting and prosecuting a complete documented claim for the desired benefit.

To contact an Always Best Care specialist for more information about our Veterans Assistance Program, or to arrange a no obligation care consultation, please call 210-772-2277.

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis. This aid may take the form of intervention, consultation, or often through direct dollar or in-kind service. An essential precept of the Society's work is to provide help while conscientiously maintaining the confidentiality and dignity of those who are served. The Society recognizes that it must assume, also, a role of advocacy for those who are defenseless or voiceless. 

Services Offered:

• Food Pantry
• Clothing Services
• Home Visits
• Utility Assistance
• Rental Assistance
• Legal Services

Food Pantry Requirements:

• Must have picture ID
• Should live within parish boundary, please call before to confirm address.
• Food is given once a month to each qualiflying person.

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis. This aid may take the form of intervention, consultation, or often through direct dollar or in-kind service. An essential precept of the Society's work is to provide help while conscientiously maintaining the confidentiality and dignity of those who are served. The Society recognizes that it must assume, also, a role of advocacy for those who are defenseless or voiceless. 

Services Offered:

• Food Pantry
• Utility Assistance
• Rental Assistance

Must reside within parish boundary.

Our Programs at St Mark:

• Food Pantry
• Home and church visits to those requesting help
• Serving Meals at St Vinnies Bistro at the Haven for Hope Prospects Courtyard.
• Emergency rent and utility assistance
• Christmas Giving Tree

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis. This aid may take the form of intervention, consultation, or often through direct dollar or in-kind service. An essential precept of the Society's work is to provide help while conscientiously maintaining the confidentiality and dignity of those who are served. The Society recognizes that it must assume, also, a role of advocacy for those who are defenseless or voiceless. 

Services Offered:

• Food Pantry
• Home Visits
• Utility Assistance
• Rental Assistance

Must reside within parish boundary.

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis. This aid may take the form of intervention, consultation, or often through direct dollar or in-kind service. An essential precept of the Society's work is to provide help while conscientiously maintaining the confidentiality and dignity of those who are served. The Society recognizes that it must assume, also, a role of advocacy for those who are defenseless or voiceless. 

Services Offered:

• Food Pantry
• Utility Assistance
• Rental Assistance
• Christmas Angel Tree
• Easter Baskets
• Coats for Kids

Must reside within parish boundary.

Our Veteran Services program offers Homelessness Prevention and Stabilization Services to Veterans and their families in Texas. These supportive services include outreach, case management, help obtaining VA benefits, emergency financial assistance for rent and utilities and assistance obtaining and coordinating other public benefits.

Endeavors provide services to very low-income Veteran families, Veterans facing eviction, and or Veterans currently homeless and scheduled to move into housing within 90 days. Our goal is to rapidly rehouse or prevent homelessness for Veterans and their families and enhance independent living skills and or Income for very low-income Veteran families.

We provide the following services through the Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) at low to no cost:

• Case Management
  * Development of a Housing Stability Plan
  * Assistance in obtaining VA and other benefits
  * Referrals to Community Agencies
• Emergency Financial Assistance for rent and utilities (based on financial need)
  * Referrals for financial counseling and legal assistance
• Job placement assistance
• Parenting programs
• Skills Workshops

Eligibility:

• Low-income Veteran families
• Veterans facing eviction
• Veterans currently homeless and scheduled to move into housing within 90 days

We can place unsheltered Veterans in emergency housing and offer other services for veterans needing immediate shelter. Call (210) 469-9664.

Veterans seeking other services contact us by phone at (210) 399-4838 or email here for information or other assistance.

This program assists income-eligible households to help maintain or obtain stable housing.

Other services offered with this program:

• Mental Health Services for adults (18 and older) 
• Psychiatry Services
• Emergency Food Services
• Transportation Assistance
• ID Recovery

Click here to request more information.

Awards mortgage-free homes to veterans wounded in direct combat with an enemy force and unmarried Gold Star spouses whose loved one was killed in action. In addition to the home, the recipient will receive 3-years of family and financial mentoring.

This program is for veterans wounded in direct combat with an enemy force and unmarried Gold Star spouses whose loved one was killed in action.

Requirements:

• Must be a veteran wounded during combat (Purple Heart recipients given priority) or wounded during combat training from any American military conflict
  
• be an unmarried Gold Star Spouse of a veteran who was Killed-In-Action or killed during combat training
  
• Must be honorably retired or separated from the military or within 90 days of discharging.
  
• Must intend to use this home as your Primary Residence. Priority will be given to applicants who do not currently have a mortgage

Click here for more information and registration.

Clients may seek help with rent, hotel nights, personal and household cleaning supplies, emergency food, and GRASP Thrift Store vouchers for clothing, housewares, furniture, and appliances.

OTHER RELATED HUMAN SERVICES FOR NEEDY INDIVIDUALS:

• CLOTHING ASSISTANCE
• EMERGENCY FOOD
• INFORMATION & REFERRAL
• RENTAL ASSISTANCE
• UTILITY ASSISTANCE
• PHARMACY ASSISTANCE
• SENIOR TRANSPORTATION
• SENIOR LUNCH PROGRAM
• SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER

Families needing emergency assistance, those experiencing a loss of shelter due to a fire, flood, windstorm, or other natural disaster may be eligible for assistance from GRASP. An eviction does not qualify as a residential disaster. National events such as hurricanes will be addressed specifically as needed.

Program Requirements:

• Resident of Bexar County (Converse, Cibolo, Live Oak, Schertz, Selma, Universal City, Windcrest)
• Referred by the United Way Helpline 211 or Other Agencies (i.e., American Red Cross, Salvation Army or local Fire/Police Department)
• Event occurred within past 90 days.
• Proof of ID, Residency,& Income
• Interview with GRASP Caseworker

All applicants must complete the 2021 Client Services App Pack and meet with the caseworker at the office.

Apply Now

Services are available subject to various income or other conditions and funding requirements. Some may not be available at the time of application if funding is exhausted at the time of your appointment.

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis. This aid may take the form of intervention, consultation, or often through direct dollar or in-kind service. An essential precept of the Society's work is to provide help while conscientiously maintaining the confidentiality and dignity of those who are served. The Society recognizes that it must assume, also, a role of advocacy for those who are defenseless or voiceless.

Services Offered:

• Food Pantry
• Utility Assistance
• Rental Assistance
• Christmas Angel Tree 

Must reside within parish boundary.