Programs Available for Income Eligible Residents in Muskingum County
MUSKINGUM COUNTY–The Muskingum Economic Opportunity Action Group Inc. (MEOAG) your local Community Action Agency is offering assistance to help Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) eligible Muskingum County residents who may find themselves struggling to make their rent payments. water payments and owner-occupied homeowners that may need to repair or replace their hot water tanks.
MEOAG is offering the following three programs. Rental Assistance for documented past due rent and can assist with up to $1100.00 towards rent only. Water Assistance can assist with a past due notice and assist with up to $500.00. Water Heater Repair/Replacement can assist owner/ occupied homeowners with up to $1000.00.
TANF eligible households are at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines as established by HHS, have a child in the home (age 18 or younger as long as still in high school) or non custodial parent that’s able to prove they are paying child support. Direct payments only allowed to established vendors and landlords that complete and submit a W9. To get additional information on these programs and required documentation potential applicants should contact Brooke Morris at (740) 454-1310 Ext 114 or Erin Tuttle Ext 112.
“We are thrilled to have this funding available to help our neighbors in need,” said Steve Wilson CEO at MEOAG. “Ensuring families maintain safe and decent housing is vital to the well-being of our community and the families within:·
Funding for assistance is available October 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025 or until funds become exhausted (whichever comes first). To learn more about MEOAG and other available programs to assist low-income residents, visit www.meoag.org.
