Special utility assistance opportunities are available if you need help with your utility bill. Click here to learn more.
Free Financial Education classes are available. Click here to learn more.
Special utility assistance opportunities are available if you need help with your utility bill. Click here to learn more.
Financial Stability
Helping families and individuals avoid homelessness and achieve financial security through
case management, education and emergency financial assistance.
Financial Stability
Helping families and individuals avoid homelessness and achieve financial security through
case management, education and emergency financial assistance.
CLIENT SERVICES
We focus on giving a hand up, not just a hand out, through our many financial education and literacy services.
- Long-term case management
- Financial education
- Short-term financial assistance
- Comprehensive community resources
- Housing stability
COMMUNITY RESOURCES
Our Financial Stability team is here as a resource to support you in your journey to financial security.
- Community outreach presentations and classes on financial literacy and other special topics
- Free virtual financial literacy classes open to the community
- Collaboration with local service providers
INFORMATION FOR CLIENTS
Resources and information for current and prospective Financial Stability clients.
How to Apply
- Services are available by appointment only. Phone or in-person appointments are available depending on the type of assistance you need.
- Begin our intake process by calling us. You will be prompted to leave a message. Be sure to include your name, contact information, and the type of assistance you need. A case manager will return your call as soon as possible.
- Have the required documentation ready for your callback or scheduled appointment time.
Apply for Utility Assistance
Call your local Catholic Charities of Central Texas office to request utility assistance. If calling outside our regular business hours, please leave a voicemail with your name and contact information. We will return your call as soon as possible.
Austin Office: 512-651-6100
Killeen Office: 254-978-6753
Waco Office: 254-978-6749
Brazos Valley Office: If you live in the Brazos Valley, click here to file for utility assistance in your area.
Apply for Rent or Mortgage Assistance
**Please note we are currently experiencing higher-than-normal demand for rent and mortgage assistance. Expect an extended wait time for a callback. If your request is urgent, (1) scroll down on this page to view our special assistance opportunities or (2) click here to view our community resource lists.**
- Rent/mortgage assistance services are available by appointment only. Phone or in-person appointments are available depending on the type of assistance you need.
- Begin our intake process by calling us at 512-651-6100. You will be prompted to leave a message. Be sure to include your name, contact information, and the type of assistance you need. A case manager will return your call as soon as possible.
- Have the required documentation ready for your callback or scheduled appointment time (see below).
Apply for Utility Assistance
Required Documentation
- Last 30 days of gross income for all adult household members (check stubs, Social Security award letter for current year, unemployment, workers compensation)
- Proof of child support payments, if applicable
- At least one government-issued ID for all adult household members (driver’s license, military ID, State ID, passport)
- Proof of residency
- Proof of qualifying financial hardship
More Community Resources
- Click here to view our CCCTX Community Resources lists
SPECIAL ASSISTANCE OPPORTUNITIES
See below for opportunities currently available thanks to grant funding from our community partners.
SPECIAL ASSISTANCE OPPORTUNITIES
See below for opportunities currently available thanks to grant funding from our community partners.
Brazos Valley Rent and Utility Assistance
ELIGIBILITY: You can fill out our Brazos Valley rent and utility assistance online form if you are a resident in one of the following counties: Burleson, Robertson, Brazos, or Washington County.
Click here to fill out our Brazos Valley application form in English.
Click here to fill out our Brazos Valley application form in Spanish.
If you do not live in Burleson, Robertson, Brazos, or Washington County, scroll up to read our general “How to Apply” section.
Texas Gas Service Utility Assistance
Catholic Charities has partnered with Texas Gas Service to provide utility bill assistance to Texans in need.
ELIGIBILITY: You are eligible for help with your Texas Gas Service bill if you are a resident in one of the following areas:
- Galveston: Galveston, Jamaica Beach, Bayou Vista
- Port Arthur: Port Arthur, Nederland, Port Neches, Groves.
Contact us to learn more and request assistance with your Texas Gas Service bill:
- Phone: 512-651-6100
- Email: financialstabilitygas@ccctx.org
Georgetown Rent or Mortgage Assistance
Due to high demand, our Georgetown-area rent and mortgage funding has been exhausted. Please contact us for other assistance on this page for which you are eligible, or click here to view our community resource lists for help from our local partners.
Thanks to a grant from Georgetown Health Foundation, Catholic Charities has special funding available for Georgetown-area residents who did not receive stimulus checks under the CARES Act.
ELIGIBILITY: Must be a Georgetown or Georgetown ETJ resident living within eligible zip codes: 78626, 78628, 78633, 78673, 78674, and 78634.
To submit a Georgetown-area rent or mortgage assistance request in English, please click here.
To submit a Georgetown-area rent or mortgage assistance request in Spanish, please click here.
Hays County Housing or Utility Assistance
Through funds made available by the Burdine Johnson Foundation, Catholic Charities of Central Texas can provide housing or utility assistance to Hays County households. You will be contacted within 2 to 3 business days.
ELIGIBILITY: This funding is available for residents of the following zip codes: 78666, 78640, 78610, 78737, 78620, 78676, 78652, 78619, 78667
To submit a Hays County housing or utility assistance request, please click here.
INFORMATION FOR DONORS, VOLUNTEERS & PARTNERS
Here’s how you can support our Financial Stability program!
Learn
Attend one of our financial education courses or schedule a presentation.
Give
Your financial donation helps us increase financial assistance for our clients in need.
Serve
Volunteer to assist in financial education efforts and client intake. Click here to learn more about our volunteer opportunities.
SPECIAL EVENTS & PROMOTIONS
Current offerings from our Financial Stability program.
MONEY MANAGEMENT TRAININGS
Finances can be stressful. But if you have the right tools, they don’t have to be! Catholic Charities has partnered with Frost Bank to offer FREE Money Smart Management Trainings. In these classes, you will learn how to build a better financial future from industry experts at Frost Bank.
CLASSES IN ENGLISH – VIRTUAL ONLY
February 1, 2024 from 9:00 am – 10:00 am
March 7, 2024 from 9:00 am – 10:00 am
April 4, 2024 from 9:00 am – 10:00 am
May 2, 2024 from 9:00 am – 10:00 am
July 18, 2024 from 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Click here to register for one or more classes in English. You will receive a Zoom link after you register.
CLASSES IN SPANISH – VIRTUAL ONLY
February 1, 2024 from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
March 7, 2024 from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
April 4, 2024 from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
May 2, 2024 from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
July 18, 2024 from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Click here to register for one or more classes in Spanish. You will receive a Zoom link after you register.
To ensure our classes are enjoyable for everyone, please follow our class guidelines:
- Never take a class from a moving vehicle.
- Do not attend a class in busy or loud public spaces.
- Please arrive on time.
- Help our classes be engaging by keeping your camera on and keep your face on camera (unless using our dial-in option).
- Mute your microphone except when asking/answering questions, or joining on on class discussions.
Thank you!
CCCTX Budgeting Classes are hosted in collaboration with our Frost Bank Community Partners. If you have any questions regarding these classes, email to carol-brewer@ccctx.org.
CONTACT FINANCIAL STABILITY
Do you have questions or want to learn more about our Financial Stability program? Contact your closest CCCTX location for more information.
TESTIMONIALS
Read what our clients and case managers have to say about our Financial Stability program.
Financial Stability ClientCCCTX has been a major light in this dark time for me, and I can’t thank them enough...
Financial Stability ClientThank you so much for the help you are proving me. Since I met [my case manager], my burdens are ceasing because [they] helped me with the deposit and first month rent of an apartment that I can afford. I feel better now knowing that I have roof over my head. Thank you CCCTX.