The State Housing Initiatives Partnership program, or SHIP, serves low- and moderate-income families. Its primary purpose is to make housing affordable. Florida Housing administers the program in Florida and issues grants to 67 counties and 52 Community Development Block Grant entitlement cities in the state. Local governments use these funds to create programs that reduce housing costs, keep rent prices low, and assist people with home purchases and repairs.
The Family Success Administration Division received the State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) funds through the Broward County Housing Finance and Community Redevelopment Division to provide financial assistance to Broward County residents affected by the COVID-19 pandemic to help pay rent, homeowners association, utilities and/or related late fees.
SHIP Funds Provide Rental Assistance
*Has the COVID-19 emergency affected your household stability?
*Are you having trouble paying your rent?
You may qualify for rental assistance if COVID-19 has impacted your ability to pay your rent.
· First Come, First Served
· You must reside in eligible cities within Broward County. (See list below)
· You must have lost your job or had a reduction of employment
· You must meet household income guidelines
· You must complete online orientation at: Broward.org/FamilySuccess/Pages/TutorialOrientation.aspx
For more information contact centers within your area:
Northwest Family Success Center: (954) 357-5000 / Coral Springs
North Family Success Center: (954) 357-5340 / Pompano Beach
South Regional Family Success Center: (954) 357-5650 / Carver Ranches
Central Family Success Center: (954) 357-5001 / Fort Lauderdale
