What is the eligibility requirement to access these funds?

A person working in the hospitality and airline industry looking for assistance must be:

  • A resident of Shelby County, Tennessee.
  • Able to show proof of residency.
  • Able to show proof of loss of qualified employment or at least 50% of earned income of qualified employment as of March 11, 2020.
  • Must have a current household monthly income at or below 400% of the Federal Poverty Income Guideline (see guideline below).
  • Able to meet additional criteria as outlined by the specific relief offered.

People in Household

Annual Income 

Monthly Income

01

$51,040.00 or less

$4,253.00 or less

02

$68,960.00 or less

$5,747.00 or less

03

$86,880.00 or less

$7,240.00 or less

04

$104,800.00 or less

$8,733.00 or less

05

$122,720.00 or less

$10,227.00 or less

06

$140,640.00 or less

$11,720.00 or less

07

$158,560.00 or less

$13,213.00 or less

08

$176,480.00 or less

$14,707.00 or less

*U.S. Department of Health & Human Services Poverty Guidelines for 2020

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1. What is the COVID-19 Resident Relief Fund Program?
2. What type of assistance does the COVID-19 Resident Relief Fund Program offer?
3. What is the eligibility requirement to access these funds?
4. What is considered a qualifying job within the hospitality industry?
5. How can I apply for funding?
6. What is the timeline for response after my application has been submitted?
7. What if I have applied for utility and rent/mortgage assistance through the Community Services Agency (CSA)?
8. What is the response I should see when I hit submit?