Financial aid for move-in fees, housing stabilization, furnishings, & utility bills
Housing
If you find it challenging to pay for essential housing needs, we’re here to help! Our Housing Assistance program can empower you to move into a new apartment, recover from unexpected expenses, and build your future. We’re here to provide you the support you need to build a secure future.
Build Your Independence & Stability
Orangewood Foundation’s Housing Assistance Program provides financial support to help young adults secure and maintain stable housing. We assist with move-in costs, essential furniture, and emergency aid for unexpected financial challenges. If you’re struggling with income changes, overdue utility bills, or need help furnishing your space, we offer tailored support to keep you on track. Our goal is to help you build a foundation for long-term stability and independence.
What Supports Will You Receive from Housing Assistance?
Learn how our Housing Assistance Program can help cover key housing expenses, from security deposits to essential furnishings and emergency financial support.
Learn how our Housing Assistance Program can help cover key housing expenses, from security deposits to essential furnishings and emergency financial support.
Move-in costs for long-term housing
Financial assistance to help cover security deposits, first month’s rent, and other move-in expenses.
Furniture and appliances for your apartment
Support in furnishing your space with essential items like a bed, couch, and kitchen appliances.
One-time support for unexpected situations
Emergency financial aid for sudden expenses, such as car repairs or job loss, to help you stay on track.
Eligibility Requirements
- Be 18-25 years old
- Be moving into long-term housing within Orange County
Learn More about Rising Tide Program Support
APPLICATION
Rising Tide Program Application
Want to apply online? Click here to fill out your information, and we’ll be in touch!
WORKSHOP REGISTRATION
Learn Budgeting Skills for Living Expenses
Sign up for our upcoming workshop on money management skills and learn how to create a budget!
BROCHURE
Download the Rising Tide Program Brochure
Want to go over the details? Download our brochure and see if you meet eligibility requirements!
TALK TO ORANGEWOOD
Schedule a One-on-One Appointment
Ask us about Rising Tide, rent vouchers, and other ways we can help you find safe housing.
INDEPENDENT LIVING PROGRAM
Request Rent & Utility Vouchers
Sign up for the Housing Independent Living Program (HILP) to request support for basic costs!
Rising Tide Program Partners
Our partners believe in investing in the future, one young person at a time. Through hands-on experiences, mentorship, and workplace opportunities, they help prepare youth for the road ahead. We’re proud to work alongside companies who share our commitment to community and possibility.
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Requirements & Eligibility
- Be 18–25 years old
- Agree to live in a non-smoking apartment
- Be willing to participate in safety planning
- Be responsible for your own transportation
- Set goals and monitor your progress with the Orangewood team
- Pay monthly rent on time
- Agree to monthly visits for cleanliness
- Look for permanent housing throughout your stay with our help
Ready to Get Started? Contact Us Today!
- Reach out to our staff to get more information and make sure you’re eligible.
- Make sure you have the resources you need to be successful, like a stable income.
- Apply for the Housing Assistance program.
- Stay in touch with our team. We’ll let you know if your application is approved.
Here’s How We Served Orange County
102
young adults found or maintained their housing
$239k
supported move-in and stabilization expenses
154
young people secured Emergency Housing
$2.2k
offered in utility assistance to maintain essential services
Read Their Stories & Inspire a Better Future
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Orangewood staff helped me when all I heard was no and to have a night’s rest was helpful.
J.R. • Young Person
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Made multiple calls with no luck. It seemed like all I heard was ‘we have no openings’ and to hear Orangewood could potentially refer me to have a bed at night…I was grateful for this opportunity. I was able to sleep and the staff there were nice.
R.A. • Young Person
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