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Housing and Homelessness

Shelter, rental help, and housing search.

Rental listing platforms are not assistance programs. Scams are common. Never send a deposit before seeing the property, confirming the owner or manager, and reviewing a written lease.

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The RVA Rapid Re-Housing Program assists individuals and families experiencing homelessness by providing short-term rental assistance and case management services.

Richmond 804-646-6500
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Project HOMES provides energy efficiency, home repair, and affordable housing solutions for low-to-moderate income residents.

Richmond 804-233-5027
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The Emergency Solutions Grant program provides funding to support homeless prevention and rapid re-housing activities for households in crisis.

Richmond 804-646-6500
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The HUD Resource Locator is a web-based tool used to find local housing resources and public housing agency contact information.

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The Homeless Connection Line provides a centralized access point for individuals and families experiencing homelessness to connect with resources.

Richmond 804-972-0813
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Virginia Housing provides resources, mortgage programs, and educational initiatives to help Virginians obtain and maintain affordable housing.

Richmond 804-343-4241

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This directory is provided for community information. Programs, hours, eligibility, funding, locations, and availability may change. Contact the listed organization before traveling or relying on assistance. Inclusion does not constitute an endorsement or guarantee of service.

This website is not an emergency-response service. Call 911 when someone is in immediate danger.

Last reviewed July 18, 2026 · Version 1.0