Charlotte was facing an affordable housing crisis before COVID-19. The situation has only become more challenging for those who lost jobs, had their income reduced or suffered a health crisis due to the pandemic. Many now find themselves on the verge of homelessness.
The need for help in Carolina communities continues to grow because of the financial ramifications of the coronavirus.
To assist our neighbors in need, WSOC-TV is partnering with Crisis Assistance Ministry to help 9 Crisis Help raise funds for those who are struggling amid the economic downturn.
On Sept. 4, 2020, the federal government issued a moratorium on evictions for tenants, lessees or residents of residential properties to prevent the further spread of COVID-19. The order prohibits residential landlords nationwide from evicting certain tenants through March 31, 2021.
9 Crisis Help’s mission is to give help and hope to people with limited financial resources.
The current eviction moratorium is a temporary protection. It may or may not be extended again, but when it does eventually expire, renters will be held responsible for all unpaid rent or mortgage payments.
The difficulties people have paying rent, mortgages and utility payments leads to spikes in foreclosures and evictions. Many renters and residents do not know that they can or are not able to advocate for themselves in court. It is a heavy weight for many families.
Crisis Assistance Ministry, a resource aiding those in need, recognizes that keeping a family in a home is far less expensive than getting them a new one once they’ve lost it. You can offer timely assistance to families facing eviction due to the pandemic.
Crisis Assistance Ministry provides assistance and advocacy for people in financial crises, helping them move toward self-sufficiency.
CLICK HERE TO DONATE NOW TO 9 CRISIS HELP.
If you have an inspiring story to share, email Kevin Campbell, WSOC-TV/WAXN-TV/Telemundo Charlotte public affairs manager, at Kevin.Campbell@wsoctv.com.