Residential Assistance During COVID-19 Pandemic

Wednesday, February 3, 2021

The City of Irvine and our partnering nonprofits and utilities can assist residents if they are experiencing financial hardships during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Nonprofit Housing Assistance 

The City of Irvine works with two nonprofits that can assist with rental and utility assistance, homelessness prevention, food pantry resources, and counseling. South County Outreach can assist individuals and Families Forward can assist families with minor-aged children. Please click on the buttons below to learn more about each program:

South County Outreach 

Families Forward

Utility Assistance During Pandemic

Irvine residents struggling to pay their utility bills due to hardships caused by the COVID-19 pandemic can receive assistance from a variety of sources. Click on the buttons below to learn more about the programs each provider offers:

Southern California Edison

SoCal Gas 

Irvine Ranch Water District 

Cox

USA.gov - Help with Bills from CARES Act

City of Irvine Emergency Rental Assistance Program