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Source review: Oct 13, 2026

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Housing & utilitiesProgramState program · MA

Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities

Massachusetts Residential Assistance for Families in Transition

Emergency RAFT assistance to prevent housing loss, eviction, foreclosure or utility shutoff.

FROM INFORMATION TO ACTION

How to apply

Apply through Housing Help Hub with identity, housing and crisis documents; contact the regional agency if another method is needed. The landlord must complete their part when applicable.

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    Apply through Housing Help Hub with identity, housing and crisis documents; contact the regional agency if another method is needed. The landlord must complete their part when applicable.

Official source & instructions

Applications are handled by the provider. Confirm the current cycle and exact requirements on its website.

Geographic coverage

MA; the organization confirms the service area and applicable requirements.

  • MA

What it offers

Up to $7,000 in a 12-month period for eligible rent, mortgage, utility or moving costs.

Award amount or benefit

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

Households in a housing crisis with income below 50% of local area median income, or below 60% when at risk of domestic violence.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Residency requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

FAFSA requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Renewal information

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Contact information

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Verification status
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Source review
Oct 13, 2026
Added to this catalog
Oct 13, 2026
Last updated
Oct 13, 2026

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