EMERGENCY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Assists low-income families with children under the age of 21 who are experiencing a financial crisis. Must present an eviction notice or turn-off notice from utility company that services have been or will be cut off or other proof of an emergency. Emergency grants are provided for disasters, eviction prevention, lack of heating fuel, utility bill turn-off notices (not including water) or burial assistance. May also be able to assist with first month's rent for individuals living in Harford County at the time of application. Grant may be used only once in a 24-month period. May assist those in subsidized/public housing.   

Note: Must present proof that the emergency was not caused by a family member quitting a job. There must be a legitimate reason for moving to use the security deposit. The maximum grant is $500 and is accessible once every two years.

For more information about Emergency Assistance, use the form to contact the agency, https://dhs.maryland.gov/weathering-tough-times/emergency-assistance/