--- title: RentHelpMN is open for applications. --- ![Banner with people](https://www.renthelpmn.org/hubfs/raw_assets/public/Website%20Phase%202/RentHelpMN%20Version%202/images/header%20image.png) # Has COVID-19 made it hard to pay your rent?  ## Apply for ![RentHelpMNLogo](https://www.renthelpmn.org/hs-fs/hubfs/RentHelpMNWhite.png?width=264&name=RentHelpMNWhite.png) today If you have experienced hardship due to the pandemic and need assistance to pay your rent or utility bills, you may be eligible for COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance. [LEARN MORE ](https://www.renthelpmn.org/learn-more?hsLang=en) ![Rent Help MN](https://www.renthelpmn.org/hubfs/raw_assets/public/Rent%20Help%20MN%20ma%20test/test%20theme%202/images/mob-bg.png) Has COVID-19 made it hard to pay your rent? Apply for ![RentHelpMNlogo](https://www.renthelpmn.org/hubfs/RentHelpMNWhite.png) today If you have experienced hardship due to the pandemic and need assistance to pay your rent or utility bills, you may be eligible for COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance. [APPLY NOW ](https://apply.renthelpmn.org/) ![Rent Help MN](https://www.renthelpmn.org/hubfs/raw_assets/public/Rent%20Help%20MN/images/question-icon_rev.png) # ## What is RentHelpMN?  This program was created to help Minnesotans who have fallen behind on their rent or fear that could happen. If you find yourself in this position, we are here to help. Find out if you qualify and get ready to apply. ### ### PHASE ONE: APPLY NOW IF YOU OWE BACK RENT RentHelpMN is currently working with renters who owe back rent. Those who owe back rent and meet the eligibility requirements may apply for all offered assistance. We will update this page when the program is accepting all other rent and utility assistance requests. ![Rent Help MN Phase One](https://www.renthelpmn.org/hubfs/raw_assets/public/Website%20Phase%202/RentHelpMN%20Version%202/images/PhaseOneWeb.png) # # Prepare Your Application Eligible Minnesota renters can receive help with rent and utility bills dated on or after March 13, 2020. If you qualify, you could receive up to 15 months total assistance. ![Building icon](https://www.renthelpmn.org/hubfs/raw_assets/public/Rent%20Help%20MN%20ma%20test/test%20theme%202/images/Building.png) ## ## GET READY Be sure to use our Get Ready checklists to help you prepare your application. Find more [**helpful forms and templates**](https://www.renthelpmn.org/resources?hsLang=en)to upload when you apply. ![Renter Checklist icon](https://www.renthelpmn.org/hubfs/renter.png) ## ## RENTER CHECKLIST [**Download the Renter checklist PDF**](https://www.renthelpmn.org/hubfs/GetReady_Renters2.pdf?hsLang=en) to see if you’re eligible and find out what documents you’ll need in order to be ready to apply. ![Landlord Checklist icon](https://www.renthelpmn.org/hubfs/landlord-01.png) ## ## LANDLORD CHECKLIST [**Download the Landlord checklist PDF**](https://www.renthelpmn.org/hubfs/GetReady_Landlords2.pdf?hsLang=en) to see if you’re eligible and find out what documents you’ll need in order to be ready to apply. [![211-logo-tagline-rgb](https://www.renthelpmn.org/hs-fs/hubfs/211-logo-tagline-rgb.png?width=103&name=211-logo-tagline-rgb.png) ](tel:211)   **Who can I call with questions?**  Trained operators are available to answer your questions about your eligibility, bills, documents or to make a reasonable accommodation. Call 211 today. # Renter Application If you are a renter living in Minnesota who meets the eligibility requirements, you can apply for RentHelpMN. [RENTERS: APPLY NOW ](https://apply.renthelpmn.org/)   # Landlord Registration Are you a landlord with tenants behind on rent? RentHelpMN is a new opportunity to pay for owed rent. [LANDLORDS: REGISTER NOW ](https://apply.renthelpmn.org/) ![Minnesota phone](https://www.renthelpmn.org/hubfs/raw_assets/public/Rent%20Help%20MN/images/MinnesotaPhone.png) # # Other available resources Numerous entities received housing and related assistance funds as part of the COVID-19 relief funds. - Some Tribal governments received federal funding to operate their own rental assistance programs. If you are connected to services through a Tribe in Minnesota, contact them directly for more information. - Do you need a paper application? [**Download a printable PDF**](https://www.renthelpmn.org/hubfs/RentHelpMN_Application_Print.pdf?hsLang=en) or use the [**interactive fillable PDF.**](https://www.renthelpmn.org/hubfs/RentHelpMN_Application_Interactive.pdf?hsLang=en) ¿Necesitas una solicitud en papel? [**Descarga un PDF imprimible**](https://www.renthelpmn.org/hubfs/RentHelpMN_SpanishApplication_Print_210507.pdf?hsLang=en) o usa el [**PDF interactivo rellenable.**](https://www.renthelpmn.org/hubfs/RentHelpMN_SpanishApplication_Interactive_210507.pdf?hsLang=en)  Ma u baahantahay codsiga warqada? [**Dajiso PDF la daabici karo**](https://www.renthelpmn.org/hubfs/RentHelpMN_SomaliApplication_Print_210507.pdf?hsLang=en) ama isticmaal [**PDF ka isku darka la buuxin karo.**](https://www.renthelpmn.org/hubfs/RentHelpMN_SomaliApplication_Interactive_210507.pdf?hsLang=en) Koj puas yuav tau ua daim ntawv thov uas yog siv nplooj ntawv (paper application)? [**Mus rub daim ntawv ua PDF uas tuaj yeem muab luam tawm los sau tau**](https://www.renthelpmn.org/hubfs/RentHelpMN_HmongApplication_Print_2105011_NoBleed.pdf?hsLang=en) los sis siv [**daim ntawv PDF uas cia li ntaus ntawv rau tau**](https://www.renthelpmn.org/hubfs/RentHelpMN_HmongApplication_Interactive_210512.pdf?hsLang=en). - Watch Minnesota Housing’s [**webinar**](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2nTW9VQ7zWg) to learn more about RentHelpMN and how to get ready to apply. - Help for homeowners is on the way. [**Sign up for email updates on mortgage assistance.**](https://signup.e2ma.net/signup/1943363/25709/) - If you want to talk to a nonprofit homeownership advisor who can help navigate your situation, contact the [**Minnesota Homeownership Center.**](https://www.hocmn.org/help) - Help with heating costs and furnace repairs are available through the [**Low Income Energy Assistance Program.**](https://mn.gov/commerce/consumers/consumer-assistance/energy-assistance/) - Help with Internet costs is available through the [**FCC Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB).**](https://www.fcc.gov/broadbandbenefit) - If you are a Minnesotan with a disability, **[Housing Benefits 101](https://mn.hb101.org/)** can help you learn more about programs and options that support your housing needs and goals. ## SHARE RentHelpMN WITH YOUR COMMUNITY   If you would like to help spread the word about RentHelpMN, follow the link below to access a toolkit of materials for you to use. These include social media posts, email and text message language, posters, flyers, digital ads and more. 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