Poweshiek Housing Assistance Fund
The Poweshiek Housing Assistance Fund was established in 2020 by the Claude W. and Dolly Ahrens Foundation after a local Housing Coalition was formed over growing concerns of homelessness in Poweshiek County. Due to the negative impact of COVID-19 and the Derecho Storm of 2020 on individuals and families, there is a desperate need to provide assistance to those who are on the verge of homelessness and/or housing insecure in Poweshiek County.
Applications/reimbursement forms must be completed by the Grinnell Housing Authority on behalf of individuals. Please see information on the left side of the page on how to contact this agency.
Criteria for individuals receiving funds located in Poweshiek County:
- Assistance for rental deposits or back rent
- Assistance for utility bills related to obtaining housing
- Assistance for mitigating damage to a rental unit
- Assistance to obtain legal documents in order to apply for other housing funding assistance in the county
- Assistance for other extenuating circumstances related to obtaining housing and will be determined on a case by case basis
- Funds will not be paid directly to individuals receiving assistance but will be paid directly to reimburse landlords and/or other entities for utility or document fees.
💙 Help Keep Our Neighbors Housed
The Poweshiek Housing Assistance Fund (PHAF) provides short-term assistance with rent, utilities, housing deposits, and emergency shelter for households facing financial hardship.
With rising costs for housing and basic necessities, more families are seeking help—and the need continues to grow.
Your support helps local families stay safely housed during difficult times.
Every gift makes a difference. Consider supporting PHAF and helping a neighbor in need. ahrensfamilyfoundation.org/poweshiek-housing-assistance-fund/
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Thank you to the Grinnell United Way for supporting the PHAF with a grant in 2026!
Helping families and individuals stay in their home is a priority and with your support, we are making that happen.
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🏠 Need Help with Housing Costs?
If you or someone you know is struggling to afford rent, utilities, or a housing deposit, the Poweshiek Housing Assistance Fund (PHAF) may be able to help. PHAF provides short-term financial assistance to support housing stability for households in Poweshiek County.
📌 How to Get Started:
➡️ Contact the Grinnell Housing Authority
➡️ Applications are handled confidentially
➡️ Assistance is provided on a case-by-case basis
You don’t have to navigate this alone. Reach out and see what support may be available.
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Housing instability can happen to anyone. The Poweshiek Housing Assistance Fund exists to help individuals and families in Poweshiek County stay safely housed during times of financial hardship.
PHAF provides short-term assistance with rent, utilities, and housing deposits, helping prevent eviction, utility shut-offs, and homelessness. Support is provided confidentially and on a case-by-case basis through the Grinnell Housing Authority.
Whether you need help or want to support neighbors in need, PHAF is here to strengthen housing stability in our community.
💙 Learn more or get connected through the Grinnell Housing Authority.
#HousingStability #poweshiekcares #communitysupport