Families in this income range are most likely to need emergency housing help. Cutting $150,000 from this program could mean fewer people get assistance when facing eviction or homelessness.
$30,000-$60,000
Working families at this level sometimes need emergency housing support during job loss or medical crises. Less funding means fewer safety net options when unexpected hardships hit.
$60,000-$100,000
Middle-income families rarely use emergency housing programs. This funding change won't directly affect most households in this bracket.
Over $100,000
Higher-income families typically don't need emergency housing assistance. This contract change has no direct impact on their household finances.
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Harris County Commissioners Court will review changes to our agreement with Family Endeavors Inc. The proposed amendment reduces Emergency Solutions Grant funding by $150,000 and updates service plans. This contract helps provide housing support services in our community. When we show up together, our community becomes more connected, more resilient, and more powerful.