Since 2001, HCA has provided emergency financial support to Arlington households struggling with housing crises, and who are at risk of becoming homeless. These families are dealing with divorce, job loss, illness, domestic violence, death, health matters or other situations that drain energy and income.
Our absurdly expensive housing market is always a terrible burden on local families, but in 2026, inflation from tariffs and war, and new restrictions to federal social programs are further stretching low-income families’ budgets — often to the breaking point.
HCA’s Homelessness Prevention Grant Program (HPP) supports back rent, or security deposit or moving expenses for a new home. HPP gives families time to get back on their feet, and it is an irreplaceable safety net for households in crisis.
“Four months after losing my job, it was getting more difficult to pay my rent. Notices were delivered to my doorstep saying that I could be evicted. Renea at HCA reached out to my landlord to discuss working out a plan and I got an HPP grant. I am thankful to HCA for the help, if not for them I could be homeless.”
– Jonathan, HPP Grant Recipient
An Arlington couple has challenged HCA to raise $25,000 for the Homelessness Prevention Program by May 15th, 2026! Please give as generously as you can to ensure we meet that goal. When we do meet it, the couple will provide a 100% match — doubling the value of your gift and resulting in $50,000 to support local families.
To contribute, please send your check to:
Housing Corporation of Arlington, 252 Mass Avenue, Arlington, MA 02474
Or, use the form below. Pick “Homelessness Prevention Grants” for Donation Purpose