Economic Relief

This page focuses on resources for individuals and households in Washington County. Economic relief resources for businesses can be found at Washington County’s Business Recovery page. 

When will I receive my stimulus check and how much will it be? Do I have to do anything to apply for it? 

The IRS says the first economic impact payments were issued April 11, with more deposits coming soon. If you filed taxes in 2018 or 2019, you do not have to do anything to receive your payment. If you did not file, you need to fill out a non-filers form. Use the Get My Payment tool from the IRS to track your payment. 

IRS Coronavirus Tax Relief and Economic Impact Payments

I recently became unemployed for COVID-19 related reasons. Do I qualify for unemployment? How do I apply? Is there other assistance available? 

Visit the Oregon Department of Employment’s COVID-19 page for information about unemployment benefits available in Oregon, who qualifies and how to apply.  

The U.S. Department of Labor also has information and resources dealing with COVID-19 related unemployment, paid leave and more. 

Additional resources 

• The Oregon Restaurant, Food and Lodging Association (ORLA) is offering resources and grants for restaurant workers. Scroll down to where it says “For Employees”.
• The Restaurant Workers’ Community Foundation has some assistance options available. 

How can I get food assistance? 

During this hard time, the last thing families should have to worry about is their children being hungry. Help is on the way for families with children who are signed up for free or reduced cost lunch at school. Money will be automatically added to SNAP benefits card, or families will get a debit card in the mail from the state. This benefit is available to all community members who qualify based on income, regardless of immigration status. It will not count toward the public charge rule. If you are NOT already signed up, call your school or apply online.

See our Food Resources Guide in English and Spanish.

For assistance with pet food, visit The Pongo Fund, Fido or Washington County Animal Services. 

How do I get help with my rent or mortgage? 

• Oregon Financial Aid and Assistance Programs 
• Washington County Housing Services 
• Community Action 
• St. Vincent de Paul (en español)

How do I get help paying for utilities? 

• Oregon Financial Aid and Assistance Programs 
• Community Action 
• Care to Share 
• St. Vincent de Paul (en español) 
• Oregon Public Utilities Commission 

Additional resources

• For a comprehensive list of resources, see our Community Resource Directory in English or Spanish.
• Cash assistance for low-income families is available through the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) - DHS program. 
• For jobseekers, WorkSource Oregon is continuing to offer services by phone, email and Skype.