Just found out about the Emergency Rental Assistance Program through AVENUE. They helped me apply and I got approved within 2 weeks. If you're behind on rent, don't wait - the deadline is coming up!
Does anyone know if the mobile food pantry is still coming to Eastside on Thursdays? I went last week but no one was there.
PSA: The free tax prep site at MLK Library is open until April 15th. They helped me file and I'm getting $2,400 back that I didn't even know I qualified for (EITC). Bring your ID, W2s, and last year's return if you have it.
The city is hiring for summer youth jobs - $18/hr for ages 16-24. Applications close next Friday. I can help anyone who needs help with the online form, just reply here.
Landlord is trying to raise rent by 15% with only 30 days notice. Is this even legal? I've been here 3 years and always paid on time. Feeling so stressed.
Head Start enrollment is open for fall! Free preschool for kids 3-5, and they also help with healthcare and nutrition. Changed my daughter's life. Link in AVENUE's resource search.
Reminder: City council meeting tomorrow at 6pm about the new bus routes. They're planning to cut the #42 line which a lot of us depend on. Show up if you can, or submit written comment online.
Just finished the free coding bootcamp through the library system. 12 weeks, completely free, and they even gave us laptops to keep. Now interviewing for tech support jobs. Never thought I could do this at 45!
The community garden on Oak Street has plots available. $20 for the whole season and they provide seeds and tools. Great way to grow your own food and meet neighbors.