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Currently, applicants can apply for up to 2 months of assistance total: the current month's rent as well as up to one month's back rent. We are currently able to offer up to $250/month for rental assistance. Specifics may be subject to change as we get more information.

Our mutual aid funds are specifically intended to benefit those who self identify as transgender or gender nonconforming. We do not ask for "proof" of your identity or transness, if you feel that this is a community you are a part of we encourage you to apply. If you are not trans or gender nonconforming, please refrain from submitting an application and look elsewhere at other resources that are not put aside for marginalized groups.

Funds for 2026 will distributed  by the end of March 2026.

We do not yet have our in person or virtual application schedule made for 2026, stay tuned!

We don't have a hard limit, it will depend on a few factors such as: how much money we end up having available, how many folks apply, and how much assistance each of those applicants asks for. We aim to help as many as we can with the limited funds we have available.

 Funds will be distributed by paper check. Either sent to your landlord/mortgage holder directly or sent to the address specified in your application. 

We realize that not everyone can afford to wait for funds to be distributed next year and may have immediate needs that require assistance. THISTL currently operates with a small team and does not have case management available at this time, but if you are facing housing instability or other hardships, consider looking at the following resources:

• https://www.tenantstransformingstl.org/work
  • TTGSTL operates a Renters Hotline  where they connect people to resources and can also document a person's need for housing which can be used to push for more resources from the city.  Have questions about your lease? Struggling with a landlord who isn’t addressing maintenance issues? Facing eviction? The hotline is here to help. Call with any housing-related concerns, and they will work with you to find solutions and connect you with the right resources.
  • 314-252-8356 Operates Mon-Fri 1PM - 6PM and Sat 11AM-4PM

• https://lsem.org/housing-law/
  
  • Legal Services of Eastern Missouri advances justice through legal representation, education and supportive services.
    
• https://www.archcitydefenders.org/our-impact/housing-and-homelessness/
  
  • Provides holistic legal representation and social work support to community members experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity, in order to help them protect their rights and gain or maintain housing.
    
• For all sorts of resources, get in contact with the St. Louis Queer Support & Healing (SQSH). They operate a local resource guide named SQSHBook which has many different resources listed by category. The guide catalogs 1,200+ St. Louis resources, consolidates vetting information from queer-led organizations, and connects users to LGBTQIA-affirming services.
  
  • For emotional support and assistance in going over these resources, call SQSH's Peer Support Line open Friday through Monday, 1:00-7:00 PM CT Local: 314-380-7774  |  Toll-Free: 844-785-7774
    
• Other organizations that can provide direct support, linkage to care, and other basic needs include the Metro Trans Umbrella Group, Vivent Health, and the Community Wellness Project.

Yes! All applicants who would like to be considered for our 2026 mutual aid assistance are encouraged to apply when that time comes.