Street Reach Indy is CHIP’s flexible community fund that helps Marion County service providers address one-time financial barriers that can prevent people experiencing homelessness from moving into or maintaining housing.
From vital documents and application fees to security deposits, moving costs and first month’s rent, Street Reach helps fill critical gaps that traditional funding sources may not cover.
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Help Remove a Housing Barrier
SRI requires $100,000 annually to meet the demand for financial assistance and is currently 100% funded by individual donations. By managing the fund in-house, CHIP Indy ensures rapid turnaround times for requests, often providing funds within hours.
Eligible costs associated with obtaining documents needed to move toward housing.
One-time costs that can otherwise keep a neighbor from pursuing available housing.
Eligible deposit assistance needed to secure permanent housing.
Eligible assistance when an initial rent payment stands between a household and housing.
Eligible one-time costs associated with moving into housing as a rental and beyond.
Eligible expenses associated with relocating into appropriate housing.
Certain one-time arrears when assistance can help preserve housing stability.
Street Reach serves eligible households meeting HUD Homeless Category 1 or Category 4 criteria. Requests are submitted through participating service providers rather than directly by individual households.
HMIS-participating providers: Submit referrals through the established Street Reach referral process.
Victim service providers: Street Reach also provides a referral pathway for survivors of domestic violence whose providers do not participate in HMIS.
Review the current Street Reach eligibility and allowable expense guidelines.
Before submitting a request, collect the documentation relevant to the household and requested assistance.
HMIS-participating providers should use the Street Reach referral process in ClientTrack. Victim service providers should follow the alternate referral process outlined in the current Street Reach guidance.
Street Reach requests are generally reviewed within 72 hours.
If approved, CHIP works with the referring case manager to complete the process. Providers should allow approximately five business days for processing.
☐ Documentation demonstrating the household’s ability to sustain expenses beyond Street Reach assistance
☐ Housing or landlord documentation, when applicable
☐ Documentation of arrears, when applicable
☐ A sustainability plan
☐ Eligibility documentation
☐ Vendor W-9, when required
Join us in making a tangible difference in the lives of our neighbors experiencing homelessness. Street Reach Indy (SRI) is a vital lifeline, breaking down barriers to safe and permanent housing for individuals and families in crisis. Your gift empowers us to provide swift, crucial aid, upholding dignity and equity for our clients.
Together, we can end homelessness in Indianapolis. Support SRI today and help transform lives.
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