Pinellas CARES Financial Assistance

If you’ve lost your job or income because of COVID-19 and need help paying your rent or utilities, the Pinellas CARES fund may be able to help. Individuals can apply for one-time assistance by contacting 2-1-1 Tampa Bay Cares: Text COVIDCARES to 898211. Applicants will be asked to send proof of Pinellas residency, job loss and other information to qualify. This fund aims to help those in the greatest need. Income restrictions apply.

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For additional COVID-19 information, please go to: https://covid19.pinellascounty.org/