Wisconsin Emergency Rental Assistance (WERA) Program

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. Brown County funds can be used for utility arrears (heat, electric, water & sewer, and trash).

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:
1. 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

2. Demonstrate a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing stability; and
3. Has a household income at or below 80 percent of CMI.

4. 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.

Application Process:

Complete intake form and below online prescreen to determine initial eligibility.

Wisconsin Emergency Rental Assistance Program Pre-Screen Application

First Name *

Last Name *

Street Address *

City *

Zip Code *

Phone Number *

Email Address *

Has your household experienced a loss of income due to COVID-19? *

Yes

How many adults live in your household (aged 18+)? *

How many children live in your household (ages 0-17)? *

Please list all names and social security numbers here in the household. *

Please list all names in household and their birthdates and gender. *

Do you: *

Rent

Own Your Home

Are you employed? *

Yes

If yes, please list in what capacity you are employed (i.e. full-time, part-time, seasonal, LTE)If yes, please list in what capacity you are employed (i.e. full-time, part-time, seasonal, LTE)

What is your current monthly income? Income includes employment wages, social security, unemployment, retirement, child support, etc. (Income will need to be verified). *

Are you receiving unemployment benefits? *

Yes

Do you have a lease with your landlord that has your name on it? *

Yes

Have you received an eviction notice from your landlord due to nonpayment of rent? A copy of the eviction notice may be required. *

Yes

What is your monthly rent amount? *

Are you currently behind on rent payments? *

If you are currently behind on your rent payments, how much?

Are you currently behind in your utilities? (heat, electric, water, and sewer or trash? *

If yes, please list on whatIf yes, please list on what

Have you applied for Energy Assistance in the 2021 Heating Season that started October 1? *

Yes

Have you previously applied for energy assistance at your current residence? *

Yes

Does anyone in your household have a disability. *

Yes

If yes, please list who. If yes, please list who.

Are you or an immediate member of your family employed by Newcap? *

Yes

Demographic Questions: The following information is used for reporting purposes and will not be used to determine your eligibility for assistance.

Ethnicity *

Hispanic, Latino or Spanish origins

Not Hispanic, Latino or Spanish origins

Race *

Household Status *

Military Status *

Active Duty

Retired Veteran

Not Military

What is your highest level of education? *

Submit Your Application: Newcap will respond to your application within five (5) business days. If you qualify and funding is available, Newcap will contact you and ask you to provide income verification (for example, copies of pay studs, other documents showing proof of income or public benefits). If you do not qualify you will receive an email or a phone notification. If you need help completing this, please contact Newcap at 1-800-242-7334. You can also visit our website for additional information about our programs: www.newcap.org. Please sign your name below to submit your application using your first and last name. *

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Wisconsin Emergency Rental Assistance Program Pre-Screen Application