The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (Public Law 116-136) was signed into law by President Trump on March 27, 2020 (“CARES” Act), the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (“HUD”) has allocated additional Emergency Solutions Grant Funds (“ESG”) and Community Development Block Grant (“CDBG”) to respond to the Coronavirus pandemic.
The City of Corpus Christi has received approximately $2.4 Million dollars in Federal funds from the CARES Act to prevent, prepare for, and respond to Coronavirus. The City has put together a program on how these funds can be used to help average working families in Corpus Christi. The program was approved by City Council on April 21, 2020.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- COVID-19 Rent/Mortgage and Utility Assistance »
- ESG for COVID-19 Rental and Utility Assistance Policy »
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The agencies listed below are working in partnership with the City as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (“CARES” Act) to prevent, prepare for, and respond to Coronavirus. Residents within city limits can call the numbers or visit the websites below for assistance.
Corpus Christi Hope House
Salvation Army
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Summary of Funding
The Salvation Army - $1,201,550
The Corpus Christi Hope House - $901,550
Parks and Recreation Senior Care - $322,820
Additional Details
City Council Ordinance Details »
Program Documents
FY19 CAAP COVID-19 CDBG & ESG Amendment »
Citizen Participation Plan Amendment »
