CJM FIRST Services
The Criminal Justice Ministry FIRST Services department provides formerly incarcerated people with immediate needs, including bus passes, emergency medicine, clothing and hygiene items, and referrals to services, such as employment agencies, food pantries, and legal assistance. They also offer $600 rental assistance for people with sex offenses and $200 for others.
Location:
1104 Jefferson Ave
St. Louis, MO 63104
The CJM office is located close to 11 (Chippewa) and 31 (Chouteau) bus stops.
Contact Information:
(314) 652-8062
info@cjmstlouis.org
Eligibility Requirements:
Referrals by either a Parole officer or Social Service Provider are preferred. (If you are not on parole, you can still make an appointment.) In order to receive rental assistance, you will need to provide a copy of your lease and a paycheck (scanned copies are fine).
How to Apply:
Fill out an online form to make an appointment.
Community Action Agency of St. Louis County (CAASTLC)
The Community Action Agency of St. Louis County is a social service organization dedicated to alleviating poverty in St. Louis County. Their Housing Assistance Program provides a variety of support programs, including rental assistance on a limited basis.
Location:
2709 Woodson Road
Overland, MO 63114
CAASTLC offices are located near 33 (Midland) bus stops.
Contact Information:
(314) 863-0015
Eligibility Requirements:
To qualify for rental or mortgage assistance, your household income may not exceed 200% of the federal poverty guidelines. In order to qualify, you must provide:
How to Apply:
Rental assistance is available on a limited basis, depending on availability. Please call (314) 863-0015, ext. 657.