The Y Social Impact Center is not currently accepting applications for the Bellevue Rental Assistance Program.

The Y Social Impact Center is offering rental, mortgage, and move-in assistance for Bellevue residents. Funding is available to cover a maximum of three months of assistance, including up to one month of future rent.

Please apply though our online portal if you meet ALL criteria listed below:

• Tenant's residence is located within Bellevue city limits.
• Tenant is between the ages of 18-24 OR is a household with children under the age of 18.
• Household income AT or BELOW 80% area median income.
• Tenant must attest to being economically impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Tenant is behind at least one month in rent.
• Landlord must agree to payment and sign Terms and Conditions.
• Tenant and landlord must confirm non-duplication of funds.
• Tenant must provide the following documentation after application has been received:
  • Lease or proof of regular recurring rent payments
  • Ledger showing outstanding payments
  • Identification Income certification For rental assistance

For Move-In Assistance

1. Tenant’s residence is located within Bellevue city limits.
2. Household income AT or BELOW 80% area median income.
3. Tenant must provide the following documentation after application has been received:
   • Lease that is associated with move-in costs
   • Identification
   • Income Certification
   • COVID impact on housing instability

Once you've applied, you'll be contacted by a Y Social Impact Center staff within 2 weeks about needed documents in order to meet additional eligibility.

Additional General Info

• Tenants who are undocumented are eligible for this program.
• Interpretation services available.
• Rent assistance is limited and not always guaranteed depending on funding.

What if I don’t qualify?

If you do not qualify, click here to view a list of other funding sources you may qualify for or contact the Y Social Impact Center for help navigating these resources by emailing renthelp@seattleymca.org or by texting/calling (206) 751-7130 from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Please allow up to 2 business days for a team member to respond to your inquiry.