The City of Dallas says its rental assistance is not accepting applications. Its page also lists utility bill help for people inside city limits only, with no note on whether it is open. So for rent, call 211 and try the nonprofits below. Dallas County's own rent program is only for a narrow group.
Call 211 to ask what is open near you.
Last checked: November 4, 2026. Benefits Explorer is a private directory, not a government agency. We do not take applications, provide rent money or decide eligibility. Each program makes its own decisions.
A Dallas County justice court also keeps a long list of local agencies. It is dated July 2024, and it says help is not guaranteed.
Rent Help in Dallas
Dallas County Emergency Rental Assistance/Welfare Program
Who it serves: Dallas County residents who are disabled and indigent and do not yet receive Social Security, workers' compensation or other disability benefits
Short-term rent help for this narrow group. The page gives no dates or amounts, so call to ask if money is available. The county's Section 8 line is 214.819.1871.
Read about Dallas County Emergency Rental Assistance/Welfare Program · Phone: 214.819.2000 · Status not confirmed. Call first.
Now Forward (formerly North Dallas Shared Ministries)
Who it serves: Parts of Addison, Dallas, DeSoto, Duncanville, Farmers Branch and Plano. ZIP codes: 75001, 75023, 75074, 75075, 75115, 75116, 75204, 75205, 75209, 75219, 75220, 75225, 75229, 75230, 75231, 75234, 75235, 75240, 75243, 75244, 75247, 75248, 75251, 75252, 75254, 75287.
Rent and utility aid for its primary service area only. It reports $657,571 in rent help for 2025. Its office is at 2875 Merrell Road.
Read about Now Forward (formerly North Dallas Shared Ministries) · Phone: 214.358.8700 · Status not confirmed. Call first.
City of Dallas utility bill assistance
Who it serves: City of Dallas residents only
Rent help is closed. The city also lists electric, gas and water bill help, gives no open or closed note for it, and says help depends on available funds. Call a caseworker Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon, and ask if it is taking applications. Walk-ins are not accepted, and you need proof of income for the past 30 days.
Read about City of Dallas utility bill assistance · Phone: 214-670-8416 · Status not confirmed. Call first.
Dallas County JP Court agency list
Who it serves: Dallas County
Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 Place 2 lists groups including Brother Bill's Helping Hand at 214-638-2194, Housing Crisis Center at 214-828-4244, Metrocrest Services at 972-446-2100 and Interfaith Dallas at 214-827-7220. We did not confirm each one's current rent funds.
Read about Dallas County JP Court agency list · Status not confirmed. Call first.
Facing Eviction in Dallas?
The Texas State Law Library says eviction suits are filed in the justice court where the home is. A hearing is set 10 to 21 days after filing, and an appeal must be filed within 5 days of judgment. Your citation names your court. Precinct 1 Place 2 is at 8301 S. Polk Street, 972-228-2272. Read Texas State Law Library: Eviction process
Free or low-cost legal help: Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas. Free civil legal help in 114 North and West Texas counties. Landlord-tenant line: 855-548-8457. Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas website · Phone: 1-888-529-5277
See general eviction deadlines in Texas. Always go by what your papers say.
This page is general information, not legal advice. Don't ignore a notice or court papers, because eviction deadlines can be short. Contact legal aid about your case.
Dallas Programs That Have Closed
You may still see these programs online. Check before you spend time on an application.
- City of Dallas Rental Assistance: The city's page says it is not accepting applications at this time.
- The Mint Foundation Financial Assistance: Based in DeSoto. It says it is not accepting new applications and will reopen as resources become available.
Looking for federal ERA or CARES Act money? That has ended.
Avoid Rent Help Scams
Be careful with anyone who asks for a fee to apply or promises approval. Use the official links on this page, and don't share your Social Security number or bank details with a site you reached from an ad or a text.
More Help in Texas
- Rent assistance across Texas
- Eviction help: what to do today
- Emergency housing: what to do tonight
- Security deposit help
- Housing authorities in Texas
- Food pantries in Texas
- Our full rent assistance guide
Dallas Rent Assistance Questions
Is the Dallas rent relief portal open?
The city's Social Services page says rental assistance is not accepting applications. Be careful with other sites using the name. The city's intake line is 214-670-8416.