- Emergency Shelter
- Coordinated Entry System
- Veterans’ Housing
- Transitional Housing
- Housing Financial Assistance
- Utility Assistance
- Home Safety Assistance
For more housing options in the Tri-Cities, see the Housing Directory
Emergency Housing and Shelters:
| Name | Services: | Locations/ Number: | Hours: | Requirements: |
| Tri-Cities Union Gospel Mission |
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Men’s: 112 N 2nd Ave Pasco, WA 99301 509-547-2112 Women’s: |
Men’s: Check in daily 8AM-7PM Women’s: |
Must provide ID, 3 day stay maximum for those without ID’s |
| Therapeutic Innovations and Recovery |
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2625 W. Buneau Pl # D Kennewick, WA 509-222-1030 |
M-F, 6:30AM-3:30PM, Sat 8:30AM-12:30PM) | None |
| My Friend’s Place |
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1111 N. Grant Place Kennewick, WA 509-460-4994 |
Call to receive more information | Overnight shelter for teens ages 13-19 |
| Domestic Violence Services |
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2211 W. Clearwater Ave, Suite C-140 Kennewick, WA 99336 509-582-1277 |
Shelter is available 24 hours a day, call to receive more information | Involved in domestic violence and have an immediate threat of violence. |
| Services: | Location: | Phone Number: | Hours: |
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500 N. Morain Kennewick, WA 99336 |
509-737-3946 | M, Tue, Thurs, Fri 8am-5pm. Closed: 12-1pm daily and on Wednesdays |
| Criteria: | How to Apply | Documents: | |
| *Depends on program, for a list of what to bring to appointment seeRequired Documentation | Call to do over the phone screenings. Eligibility will be determined and an appointment will be made. | Coordinated Entry System Flyer.pdf |
| Name: | Services: | Contact Information: | Hours: | Accessing Services: |
| Supportive Services for Veterans and Families |
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Catholic Family and Child Service 2139 Van Giesen Street Richland, WA 99354 509-943-2590 |
M-F 8am-5pm | To be eligible, individual must be:
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| Supportive Services for Veterans and Families (SSVF) |
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Blue Mountain Action Council 720 W Court Street, Suite 3 Contact: Jose Mendoza at 509-440-3229 |
M-F 9am-3pm |
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| HUD-VASH |
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825 Jadwin Ave, Suite 250 Richland, WA 509-946-1020 |
M-F 8am-4:30pm | Homeless individuals who served in the US military with an honorable discharge. For more information, see the HUD-VASH Program brochure |
| Transitional Housing for Veterans |
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Columbia Basin Veterans Coalition 1600 North 20th Avenue, Suite A Pasco, WA 99301 |
M-F 9am-3pm | To qualify must be:
Referrals are being done through Coordinated Entry System, for more information see Coordinated Entry System flyer and Required Documentation |
| Homes 4 Wounded Heroes |
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2511 N. Loop 1604., Suite 201 San Antonio, TX 78258 210-615-8973 · www.militarywarriors.org |
N/A | Criteria:
To Apply:
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Transitional Housing Programs:
| Name: | Services: | Contact Information: | Hours: | Accessing Resource: |
| Elijah Family Homes |
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660 George Washington Way, Suite G Richland, WA 99352 509-943-6610 elijahfamilyhomes.org/ |
Call to set up an intake appointment |
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| Oxford Houses |
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For a full list of locations, see the Oxford House Locations | Apply at Main Site |
| Name: | Services: | Contact Information: | Hours: | Accessing Services: |
| Salvation Army | Limited financial assistance for eviction prevention and utility shut off prevention- when funds are available | 310 N 4th Ave Pasco, WA 99301 509-547-2138 |
Wednesdays: 9-11AM, call to make an appointment |
Must have income coming into the household. |
| St. Vincent de Paul- Richland | Limited financial assistance for eviction prevention and utility shut off prevention | 1111 Stevens Dr Richland, WA 99352 509-946-1325 |
M-F 8am-5pm | Resident of Richland, West Richland, or Benton City. Must do a phone screening and in-person screening to determine need. $150/year limit |
| St. Vincent de Paul- Pasco | Limited financial assistance for eviction prevention and utility shut off prevention | 215 S 6th Ave Pasco, WA 99301 509-544-9315 |
Wednesdays 11am-4pm |
$150 – one time assistance |
| St. Vincent Center | 1-time assistance in either: financial, furniture, or clothing | 1401 W Kennewick Ave Kennewick, WA 99336 509-586-1053 |
M-Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 11am-5pm |
Limited to 1-time assistance in clothing, furniture, food, or utility assistance. Serves everyone in Benton and Franklin Counties |
| Bethel Church | Benevolence fund for struggling families | 600 Shockley Road Richland, WA 99352 509-628-1247- call this automated message for additional information |
5:30-6:30 – make sure to arrive early since only 12 interviews will be given per night | For more information on accessing resource, see the Bethel Church Rental Assistance |
| Columbia Community Church | Benevolence fund for struggling families | 150 Gage Boulevard Richland, WA 99352 509-627-2055 http://www.familyfaith.com/ |
Wednesdays 12-2, make sure to arrive by 12 | Bring photo ID and recent financial statements |
| DSHS Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) | Cash assistance for very low-income families | 1120 N. Edison St. Kennewick, WA 99336 1-877-501-2233 |
M-F 8am-5pm | For more information on accessing service, see the TANF document |
| Veterans Relief Fund | Cash assistance for Veterans | Benton/Franklin Department of Human Services 7102 W. Okanogan Place, Suite 201 Kennewick, WA 99336 509-783-5284 |
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday — 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Closed 12:00pm – 1:00 pm Wednesday — Closed |
Proof of honorable discharge, proof of family size, proof of income coming in, proof of financial need. |
| Veteran Innovations Program (VIP) | Tailored Financial Assistance for Struggling Veterans. For more information on the program, see the Veterans Innovations Program document. | For more information contact WDVA at: 1-800-562-2308 or Emailwdvavip@dva.wa.gov www.dva.wa.gov/Vet_Inn_Pro.html |
Work source hours: M-F 8am-5pm |
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| Name: | Services: | Contact Information: | Hours: | Accessing Services: |
| LIHEAP Energy Assistance | Energy assistance | Community Action Connections (CAC) 720 W. Court St, upstairs Pasco, WA 99301 509-545-4042 |
M-F 8-11:30am, 1-4:30pm. Registration opens November 1st of each year. On a first come first serve basis |
Income requirements |
| Salvation Army | utility bill assistance | 310 North 4th Pasco, WA 99301 509-547-2138 |
Wednesday 9-11am *call to make an appointment |
125% FPL, must have past due electrical bill |
| St. Vincent de Paul | Limited assistance for families facing utility shut-off | 215 S 6th Ave Pasco, WA 99301 509-544-9315 |
Wednesdays: 11AM – 4PM | Open to low-income residents of Franklin County |
| Bethel Church Benevolence | Shut off prevention | 600 Shockley Rd, Richland WA 99352 509-628-1247 |
5:30-6:30 – show up early | For more information on accessing services, see the Bethel Church Assistance. |
| Helping Hands | Utility Disconnect prevention | 720 W. Court St- upstairs Pasco, WA 99301 509-545-4042 |
M-F 8-11:30am, 1-4:30pm | For more information on accessing services, see the CAC Helping Hands document |
| Franklin PUD | Low income utility assistance for seniors and disabled individuals | 1411 W Clark St PO Box 2407 Pasco, WA 99301 www.franklinpud.com |
M-F 8am-5pm | For more information, see the Requirements document. If qualified, Fill out Applications: |
| Benton PUD | Low income utility assistance for seniors and disabled individuals | Kennewick: 2721 W. 10th Avenue PO Box 6270 Kennewick, WA 99336 509-582-2175 Prosser: 250 N. Gap Road Prosser, WA 99350 509-786-1841 www.bentonpud.org |
M-F 8:30am-5pm | For more information, see the Requirements document. If qualified, fill out application: |
| City of Richland | Low income utility assistance for seniors and disabled individuals | 505 Swift Blvd Richland, WA 99352 (509) 942-1104 |
M-F 8:30am-5pm | To apply for services, fill out and return the Discount Application |
| Name: | Services: | Contact Information: | Hours: | Accessing Resource: |
| Volunteer Chore Services | Home improvement projects for seniors and disabled adults | Catholic Family and Child Service 2139 Van Giesen Street Richland, WA 99354 509-946-4645 |
M-F 8am-5pm | To qualify one must be:
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| Community Action Committee Weatherization Program | Weatherization for low-income families | 720 W. Court Street Pasco, WA 99301 509-545-4042 |
M-F 8-11:30am, and 1-4:30pm | Program available to Low-income homeowners and renters regardless of heating source. |
| Home Instead Senior Care Office | Free home safety checks for seniors | 7401 West Hood PL. 208 Kennewick, WA 99336 509-591-0019 |
Call to make an appointment | This free service is available for seniors who are interested in staying within their own home. |
| Single Family Homeowner Rehabilitation Program | Loans to:
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City of Richland 505 Swift Blvd Richland, WA 99352 509-942-7580 |
M-F 8am-5pm |
For more information and application packet, see the City of Richland Home Improvement Loan. |
