How do I apply for rent or mortgage assistance?

Currently, there are four ways to apply for assistance:

You may complete an application online at www.shelbycountycsa.org.

You may download, print and complete the application at the www.shelbycountycsa.org website and return it by email it to CSBG@shelbycountytn.gov.

You may come by the office at 2760 Union Extended, Suite 500 and pick up an application and return it by mail or drop box.  Please include supporting documentation with your application. 

  • You may contact the Rent/Mortgage assistance office at 901-222-4212 and request that an application be mailed to you, complete it and mail it, along with your supporting documentation to 2670 Union Extended, Suite 500, Memphis, TN 38112.

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1. How do I apply for utility assistance?
2. Can you tell me how the utility program works?
3. What information do I need to submit with the utility application?
4. Can I apply multiple times?
5. Does CSA assist with old or inactive MLGW accounts (DL Bills)?
6. Does CSA pay on deposit?
7. Does CSA pay diversion charges?
8. How much does CSA pay towards your MLGW?
9. Can CSA assist if the MLGW bill is not in my name?
10. Do I have to be a Shelby County resident?
11. What number do I call with questions?
12. After being on hold, my call is disconnected. Is the staff hanging up on me?
13. Is there an online application process for utility assistance?
14. Do I need a Social Security card to receive services?
15. Are your services available in Spanish?
16. How do I apply for rent or mortgage assistance?
17. Can you tell me how the program works?
18. What information do I need to submit with the rent/mortgage application?
19. How much does CSA pay towards your rent/mortgage?
20. Can CSA assist if the rent/mortgage not in my name?
21. Do I have to be a Shelby County resident?
22. Is there an online application process for rent/mortgage assistance?