NOTE: The Office of the Governor shared the following press release:
ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Governor Wes Moore today announced that applications are open for the Community Schools Rental Assistance Program in eight local jurisdictions. Families and students who are enrolled in Community Schools in these jurisdictions while experiencing homelessness or at risk for housing instability can apply for emergency financial support through the program.
“Few things are more important to a child’s growth and development than a safe, stable home. The Community Schools Rental Assistance Program will help vulnerable students and their families threatened with housing instability keep a roof over their heads,” said Gov. Moore. “This is a collaborative, interagency initiative that brings together housing supports, educators, and community partners in order to bolster our administration’s mission of ending child poverty.”…