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Haven for All Diversion Funds

At Northumberland United Way, we believe that everyone deserves a safe, stable place to call home. The Haven for All’s Diversion Funds program is designed to support individuals and families who are at a risk of homelessness by providing flexible, short-term financial assistance that helps them remain housed or secure alternative housing without entering the shelter system.

Diversion funds can be used in a variety of ways to prevent homelessness, including but not limited to:

- Emergency home repairs that make a residence habitable
- Security deposits or first month’s rent
- Utility payments to prevent shutoff
- Transportation or relocation assistance
- Other creative solutions that help individuals maintain or obtain safe, affordable housing

The maximum amount that can be applied for through this program for a client is $250. We recognize that this amount may not fully cover all housing-related needs, and applicants are encouraged to leverage additional funding sources or community supports where possible to create a comprehensive solution.

This program is intended for those who have access to housing—whether through a lease, informal agreement, or other arrangement—but face financial or logistical barriers that could lead to shelter entry. By addressing these barriers early, we aim to keep people housed, reduce the strain on emergency shelter resources, and promote long-term housing stability.

We encourage service providers to think flexibly and creatively about how these funds can be used for their clients to support housing solutions that are cost-effective, timely, and person-centered.
1.Organization Information(Required.)
2.What type of organization are you?(Required.)
3.Charity or Business Number (if applicable)
4.Are you a faith-based organization?(Required.)
5.Please provide your organization's mission statement and a summary of your programs here so we can better understand your organization.(Required.)
6.Are you a living wage employer?(Required.)
7.Do you have current DEI policies and/or procedures?(Required.)
8.Do you provide bilingual service? (This is just to help us understand if you serve clients who speak French)(Required.)
9.What municipality does your primary client live in?(Required.)
10.Age of Client(Required.)
11.Is your primary client?(Required.)
12.Are there others in the home, if yes, please list genders and ages?
13.Please let us know if the client you are applying for falls into any of the categories below:(Required.)
14.Is this client receiving supports from Northumberland County Social Services?(Required.)
15.How much are you applying for from this Diversion Fund (maximum $250.00)?(Required.)
16.What specific expense will this funding be used for?(Required.)
17.What is the total amount needed to resolve your clients housing situation(sometimes we have additional funds to disperse per quarter)?(Required.)
18.If additional funds are required, what is your plan to secure the additional amount? (e.g. other funding sources, personal contributions)
19.By applying, you are agreeing to;(Required.)
20.If you are declined for this quarter, do you want us to keep this application on file in case more monies are made available?(Required.)
Thank you for your application.