county: Langlade

Counties Served:

• Brown
• Florence
• Forest
• Langlade
• Marinette
• Menominee
• Oconto
• Oneida
• Shawano
• Vilas

Program Description:

The Create Your Own Opportunities (CYOO) Program supports individuals who are ready to become business owners by offering business skills training and one-to-one business coaching designed to enhance our clients success. The objective of the Create Your Own Opportunities Program is to support participants in their pursuit of becoming a small business owner and the expansion of their business through job creation. 

Training and Coaching Services include:

• Business budgeting, bookkeeping and financial projections
• Business networking skills
• Business plan creation
• Feasibility studies
• Locating financial resources
• Marketing plans and budgets
• Project management
• Sales skills
• Strategic planning
• Team development and human resources skills
• Additional ongoing business assistance

Eligibility Guidelines:

Must have an annual income at or below 185% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. Use our eligibility calculator to find out if you may be eligible for this program. 

Application Process:

Please first fill out our intake form here.

Then contact our program contact.

Counties Served:

• Florence
• Forest
• Langlade
• Marinette
• Menominee
• Oconto
• Oneida
• Shawano
• Vilas

Program Description:

The Domestic Violence Rapid Re-Housing Program is funded through the Wisconsin Balance of State Continuum of Care and the Department of Housing and Urban Development and can provide up to 24 months of rental assistance. The program will pay 100% of the participant’s first month’s rent. Thereafter, participant contribution toward rent will be 30% of the household’s monthly adjusted gross income, payable directly to the landlord.

This program will provide intensive case management to each household.

Eligibility Guidelines:

Income limit must be at or below 30% of the County Median Income and be fleeing a domestic violence situation or be homeless because of already leaving.

Application Process:

Please first fill out our intake form here. Once you fill out the intake form, someone will be in contact with you for next steps.

Applicants should then contact the Program Contact for an assessment to determine preliminary eligibility. Once initial eligibility is determined, the applicant is placed on the Prioritization List and offered assistance when an opening becomes available in the program. Applicants are placed on the Prioritization List by their VI-SPDAT or F-VI-SPDAT score. 

Counties Served:

• Brown
• Florence
• Forest
• Langlade
• Marinette
• Menominee
• Oconto
• Oneida
• Shawano
• Vilas

• Brown County Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

• Wisconsin Emergency Rental Assistance Program:

• As announced by the Governor of the State of Wisconsin on January 20, 2023, new initial applications for the WERA (Wisconsin Emergency Rental Assistance program) will be accepted online at our website, or via email, ONLY until 11:59 pm on Tuesday, January 31, 2023.  In person receipt of applications will be accepted at our offices until Tuesday, January 31, 2023, but, other than our Interim Housing facilities, all Newcap administrative offices will be closed on Tuesday, January 31, 2023, for a long-previously scheduled all-staff training.  DO NOT wait to complete intake and do the initial application.
• This announcement impacts ONLY residents of Florence, Forest, Langlade, Marinette, Menominee, Oconto, Oneida, Shawano and Vilas Counties.  Brown County is a separate Emergency Rental Assistance program.
• Applications will have to be completed with all required documentation and signatures within 30 days of initial intake (or by February 28^th, 2023 whichever is shorter), or the application will be withdrawn and a new application will not be accepted after the close of applications date of January 31, 2023.
• Completing a new or updated application for energy assistance dated since October 1, 2022, is a requirement of this program.  This is a requirement of the program regardless of if you are requesting utility payment assistance or even do not qualify for energy assistance.  Do NOT wait to complete that application as it will prevent your application from being fully completed. https://energybenefit.wi.gov/OnlineApps/OnlineApp/Default#
• Applications will be processed for payment on a first fully–completed, first–processed basis with priority for those households facing *imminent* eviction (a 5 day notice is NOT imminent eviction).  This includes recertification applications.
• We will only be paying arrears and one month forward at a time, due to low remaining funds in the state pool.  This includes recertification applications.
• As we have been communicating for many months, there is NO guarantee of payment  on any application, complete or otherwise; previously funded or otherwise, due to low remaining funds in the state pool.  This includes recertification applications.
• As we have been communicating for many months, there is no longer a set number of months of assistance people can expect, due to low remaining funds in the state pool.  The number of months will be very limited.  We do not know, and will not until after the end of February, when the funds in the pool will be fully expended.  This means, you can have no expectation of 18 months of payments of assistance that had previously been communicated and conducted.
• This is a state run program, with all decisions decided at the State of Wisconsin level.  Newcap (and all other community action agencies in the state) are administering, not in control of it.  Therefore, we can make no exceptions to any program rule or requirement.
• Coaching and referral services (“housing stability services”) will continue beyond the end of the program for at least 2 years.  We will still be here serving people for a long time, and, for the most vulnerable, there are still other programs to assist; though, nothing has been as broad-ranging and long-lasting as WERA.

Program Description:

Wisconsin residents that have experienced a significant loss of income due to the COVID-19 pandemic and need help with their rent can apply.

Eligibility Guidelines:

• • • The applicant has attained the age of 18
    • The applicant is a Wisconsin resident, and is listed on a current leas for housing in Wisconsin
    • At least one or more individuals in the household meets the following criteria:
      • Qualifies for unemployment or has experienced a significant reduction in income, incurred significant costs, or experienced financial hardship during the period of the COVID-19 public health emergency
      • Demonstrate a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing stability; and
      • Has a household income at or below 80 percent of CMI.
    • An eligible household that occupies a federally subsidized residential or mixed-use property may receive WERA assistance, provided that WERA funds are not applied to costs that have been or will be reimbursed under any other federal assistance.
    • NO Social Security Number is required to apply for or receive assistance

Application Process:

The final day that we will be taking applications for this program is January 31st, 2023 at 11:59pm

Counties Served:

• Brown
• Florence
• Forest
• Langlade
• Marinette
• Menominee
• Oconto
• Oneida
• Shawano
• Vilas

Counties Served:

• Brown
• Florence
• Forest
• Langlade
• Marinette
• Menominee
• Oconto
• Oneida
• Shawano
• Vilas

Program Description:

The Financial Capabilities Programs assist participants with a wide array of financial counseling and coaching services to develop a comprehensive budget to understand their entire financial picture. This includes the cost to live month to month, to identify all income sources and debt obligations, and to develop a strategy to eliminate debts and achieve their goals. This program works in collaboration with Newcap program participants.

Services under the Financial Capabilities Program:

1. Budget Counseling

   Program Description:

   Do you need help to develop a budget? During your session, our Financial Coach assists clients with establish a budget, evaluate debt, set financial goals, and develop an action plan.

   Eligibility Requirements:

   Live in the Newcap service area.

2. Mortgage & Tax Relief Counseling (HCRI)

   Program Description:

   Are you behind on your mortgage or real estate taxes? During this counseling service, our Financial Coach guides clients to get back on track if they have fallen behind with mortgage payments or taxes. Our trained counselor discusses available options for curing your delinquent home loan and create an action plan for successful homeownership.

   Eligibility Requirements:

   Live in the Newcap service area.

3. Homebuyer Counseling

   Program Description:

   Are you thinking about buying a home? During this counseling service, our Financial Coach will sit down with you and help you determine if you are ready to buy; help calculate how much home you can afford, review your credit report with you; help you determine the right mortgage loan payments; and go over everything from pre- to post-purchase.

   Eligibility Requirements:

   Live in the Newcap service area.

   Student Loan Counseling:

   Program Description:

   Need some help understanding your student loans? During this counseling service, our Financial Coach helps clients understand the options of student loan repayment. What types of student loans do you have? Who holds the student loans?  Is consolidation of your student loans an option? Are the loans government or private?  What is the difference between them and why is it important?

   Eligibility Guidelines:

   This counseling service is open to anyone in the Newcap service area at no charge if under 200% Federal Poverty Guidelines. For clients over 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, a fee of $50 will incur. Use our eligibility calculator to find out if you may be eligible for this program.

   Application Process:

    

Please first fill out our intake form here.

Counties Served:

• Brown (excluding the city of Green Bay)
• Florence
• Forest
• Langlade
• Marinette
• Menominee
• Oconto
• Oneida
• Shawano
• Vilas

Program Description:

The Homebuyer Program provides eligible low-moderate income homebuyers with a maximum of $10,000 (based on program affordability) for down payment and closing costs.  The funds will be in the form of a non-interest bearing loan, which will be repaid to Newcap upon the sale of the home or when it is no longer the primary residence. Applicants will be served on a first-ready, first-served basis as funds are available.  First-ready, first-served clients would have to have an accepted offer to purchase and funding approval from a financial institution.

Eligibility Guidelines:

Applicants must be at or below 80% of the current County Median Income, be bankable with a lending institution, and complete a Homebuyers Education Program. Use our eligibility calculator to find out if you may be eligible for this program. 

Application Process:

For further information and to request an application for the Homebuyer program, please contact Cynthia Patterson at [email protected] or call 920-834-4621 extension 1168.

Please fill out our intake form here.

Counties Served:

• Brown
• Florence
• Forest
• Langlade
• Marinette
• Menominee
• Oconto
• Oneida
• Shawano
• Vilas

Program Description:

The Homeless Prevention Program is funded through the Emergency Solutions Grant and can provide up to 12 months of rental assistance, one-time rental appears payment, utility payment up to 12 months, and/or utility arrears to low-income households that are imminently at risk of becoming homeless and would lose their housing without this assistance.

The Homeless Prevention Program targets individuals/families that have an eviction of 14 days or less. The case manager will work with the landlord to mediate the situation, if possible and/or assist the applicant in finding another unit.

Case Managers will:

1. Conduct monthly visits
2. Focus on individuals goals
3. Landlord/tenant issues
4. Financial Management
5. Other goals identified through various assessments

Eligibility Guidelines:

Income limit must be at or below 30% of County Median Income. Find out if you are eligible by using our eligibility calculator here.

Application Process:

Please first fill out our intake form here.

Applicants should contact Newcap’s Oconto office for an assessment to determine preliminary eligibility. Once initial eligibility is determined, the applicant is placed on the Prioritization List and offered assistance when an opening becomes available in the Homeless Prevention Program in their community. Applicants are placed on the Prioritization List by their vulnerability and whether or not they meet the HUD’s definition of at-risk.

Counties Served:

• Brown
• Florence
• Forest
• Langlade
• Marinette
• Menominee
• Oconto
• Oneida
• Shawano
• Vilas

Program Description:

The Homeowner Assistance Program (HCRI- The Housing Cost Reduction Initiative) provides assistance to low-income individuals who are in danger of losing their home to foreclosure by helping them catch up on mortgage payments and past due property taxes.

For those homeowners who do not meet the eligibility criteria, there is still assistance available in the form of budget counseling, organizing and understanding the materials associated with foreclosure, and communicating with the mortgage company to attempt to work out any possible alternatives to foreclosure.

Eligibility Guidelines:

Family income must be at or below 80% of the County Median Income to qualify for foreclosure intervention; however, budget counseling services are available to all.  The homeowner must be behind on their mortgage payments, have the ability to pay their mortgage timely during and after assistance is received; as well as receive ongoing budgeting assistance.  The home must pass a housing quality standards inspection. Use our eligibility calculator to find out if you may be eligible for this program. 

Application Process:

Applicant must call for a pre-qualification interview and fill out an application if eligible.

Please fill out our intake form here.

Counties Served:

• Florence
• Forest
• Langlade
• Marinette
• Menominee
• Oconto
• Oneida
• Shawano
• Vilas

Program Description:

The Rapid Re-Housing Program provides rental assistance to individuals/families that are literally homeless. When an applicant is eligible, a portion of their rent will be paid through Newcap based on their income. This payment will be sent directly to the landlord the first working day of each month. The tenant will be responsible for the balance.

Rapid Re-Housing:

This program targets individuals/families who are literally homeless.  It is to assist homeless persons living on the streets or in an emergency shelter transition as quickly as possible into housing, and then to help such persons achieve stability in that housing.

If the applicant is approved, attendance at an interview/briefing session is required. During the briefing, the tenant is given a detailed explanation of the program and their responsibilities. When the tenant has located a unit and the owner accepts the assistance, an inspection is performed to ensure the unit is decent, safe, and sanitary under the Housing Quality Standards regulations. If the unit passes, the owner and Newcap enter into a Rental Agreement. The tenant and the landlord enter into a lease agreement.

Case Managers will conduct monthly visits at least once a month or more if needed. Monthly visits will focus on individual goals, landlord/tenant issues, employment concerns, financial management, or other goals identified through various assessments. Room-by-room inspections may be done as needed. Attendance at workshops focused on self-sufficiency may be mandated. Follow-up services will be provided to families exiting the program.   

Eligibility Guidelines:

Family income must be at or below 30% of the County Median Income. Use our eligibility calculator to find out if you may be eligible for this program. 

Application Process:

Please first fill out our intake form here. Once you fill out the intake form, someone will in contact with you for next steps.

Applicants should contact Newcap’s Oconto office for an assessment to determine preliminary eligibility.  Once initial eligibility is determined, the applicant is placed on the Prioritization List and offered assistance when a housing program becomes available in their community.  Applicants are placed on the Prioritization List by the length of time homeless and the severity of their need.

Counties Served:

• Brown
• Florence
• Forest
• Langlade
• Marinette
• Menominee
• Oconto
• Oneida
• Shawano
• Vilas

Program Description:

The Steps to Success Program provides individuals with the opportunity to develop new skills or update and enhance current skills while continuing to work. Individuals attend school to increase their earning potential and explore career options. Newcap will help provide individual, confidential development of a career plan, assist with job skill activities, and provide long-term emotional support as the individual works towards goals. Newcap may assist with education-related expenses (tuition, books, miscellaneous fees, etc.), reimburse for training-related transportation, and/or assist with childcare costs while attending classes.</>

Eligibility Guidelines:

Clients must be working at least 20 hours per week with income at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines established for their household size. The education or training must increase the participants earning potential by at least $3 per hour. Use our eligibility calculator to find out if you may be eligible for this program. 

Application Process:

Please first fill out our intake form here.

Counties Served:

• Brown (excluding the city of Green Bay)
• Florence
• Forest
• Langlade
• Marinette
• Menominee
• Oconto
• Oneida
• Shawano
• Vilas

Program Description:

The Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) Program is a Housing First program providing rental assistance to individuals/families experiencing homelessness or those at imminent risk of becoming homeless. Priority is given to the disabled, those who have a disabled family member, low-income who are disabled or have a disabled family member, and those who are chronically homeless or at risk of becoming chronically homeless.  Preference is then given to applicants who have been diagnosed with a mental illness.

Eligible households must agree to actively participate in case management and be working toward housing stability based on the goals and objectives set on their Housing Stabilization Plan.  All eligible households will be assisted with such services as case management, transportation assistance with referrals to mental health services, AODA, and life skills training.  This program will focus on self-sufficiency and require all program beneficiaries to participate as a condition of rental assistance.  Program participants will not be terminated for failure to participate but will be reevaluated at six months to ensure that they are working toward self-sufficiency in order to continue with assistance.

If the applicant is approved, attendance at an interview/briefing session is required. If eligible, during the briefing, the tenant is issued a coupon and also given a detailed explanation of the program and their responsibilities. When a tenant has located a unit and the owner accepts the coupon, an inspection is performed to ensure the unit is decent, safe, and sanitary under the Housing Quality Standard regulations. If the unit passes, the owner and Newcap enter into a Housing Assistance Contract. The tenant and landlord enter into a lease agreement. The lease must be for at least 6 months.

Case Managers will conduct monthly visits or more if needed. Monthly appointments will focus on individual goals, landlord/tenant issues, employment concerns, financial management, or other goals identified through various assessments. Room-by-room inspections may be done as needed. Attendance at workshops focused on self-sufficiency may be mandated. Follow-up services will be provided to families exiting the program for up to 6 months.

Eligibility Guidelines:

Family income must be at or below 50% of the County Median Income. Use our eligibility calculator to find out if you may be eligible for this program. 

Application Process:

Please first fill out our intake form here. Once you fill out the intake form, someone will be in contact with you for next steps.

Applicants should contact the Program Contact for an assessment to determine preliminary eligibility. Once initial eligibility is determined, the applicant is placed on the Prioritization List and offered assistance when a housing program becomes available in their community. Applicants are placed on the Prioritization List by the length of time homeless and the severity of their need.

Counties Served:

• Brown
• Florence
• Forest
• Langlade
• Marinette
• Menominee
• Oconto
• Oneida
• Shawano
• Vilas

Counties Served:

• Brown
• Florence
• Forest
• Langlade
• Marinette
• Menominee
• Oconto
• Oneida
• Shawano
• Vilas

Counties Served:

• Florence
• Forest
• Langlade
• Marinette
• Menominee
• Oconto
• Oneida
• Shawano
• Vilas

Program Description:

The Work-N-Wheels Program is designed to help currently employed, income-eligible individuals with assistance in obtaining an affordable, dependable vehicle in order to get to work-related activities.  Eligible individuals may receive a no-interest loan for up to $5,000 to purchase a vehicle.  Loans are made with a maximum repayment time period of 34 months and payments of $150 per month.  A downpayment of 9%-10% is required.

Eligibility Guidelines:

Must have an annual income at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, actively employed and the vehicle must be required for work-related activities. Use our eligibility calculator to find out if you may be eligible for this program. 

Application Process:

Please note: WETAP programs (Work N Wheels and My Garage) will no longer be available in Green Bay and the immediate surrounding municipalities.

Please first fill out our intake form here.