HOUSING & UTILITIES

Browse this list of campus and community resources that can help you access free or low-cost shelter/housing, as well as housing and utility financial support.

KU Campus Resources

  • KU Student Housing

    KU Student Housing serves more than 5,000 students in a variety of campus living environments and communities consisting of a variety of apartments, cooperative houses, and residence halls. Their mission is to build learning-centered communities through individual support and respect.

  • On-Campus Housing Scholarships

    Student Housing awards more than $275,000 in scholarship funds to returning residents annually. Residents may choose from nearly 50 scholarship opportunities.

Community Resources

  • 211 Kansas

    211 connects you with experts that can help you navigate local resources and services.

  • East Central Kansas Economic Opportunity Corporation (ECKAN)

    ECKAN is a community action agency assisting low-income persons with housing resources and other services. ECKAN's housing services include case management to assist in maintaining independent living, housing choice vouchers, rental housing, and weatherization assistance.

  • FindEnergy.com Utility Bill Assistance

    FindEnergy.com, a website that provides information on electricity data, has a feature that enables individuals who require assistance to enter their zip code and locate various government and charity programs that offer aid for utility bills within their locality. While the eligibility criteria for these programs may differ, utilizing this tool can serve as an initial step to identify the appropriate organizations to contact if you need assistance. You can enter your zip code at https://findenergy.com/utility-bill-assistance/

  • Kansas Housing Corp

    The Kansas Housing Corp is a non-profit, public corporation that helps Kansans access safe, affordable housing and serves as the primary administrator of federal housing programs in the state. They provide resources for homeowners, renters, and those who are at risk of or experiencing homelessness.

  • KCC Cold Weather Rule

    The publicly-regulated utilities are required by the KCC to follow certain rules, specifically the Cold Weather Rule, before disconnecting qualifying customers between November 1 and March 31.

  • Lawrence Community Shelter

    The Lawrence Community Shelter is the only emergency homeless shelter serving Lawrence and the Douglas County Kansas. They offer immediate temporary shelter, as well as the opportunity to apply for longer term housing case management. They also provide connection to a variety of resources throughout the Lawrence Community.

  • Lawrence-Douglas County Housing Authority

    The Lawrence-Douglas County Housing Authority (LDCHA) provides housing programs, such as vouchers, transitional housing, and section 8 housing, for various groups based on need. Individuals can find more information, eligibility criteria, and help with the housing application on the LDCHA website.

  • Lawrence Family Promise

    Lawrence Family Promise is a program that provides counseling and assistance for families with children that are in need of shelter/housing.

  • Lawrence Family Support Center

    The Lawrence Family Support Center is available to low-income individuals and families who need food, or assistance with basic utility payments, housing, clothing or medical prescriptions. All services are free and are based on need. The center also offers free financial education and tax preparation.

  • Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

    The Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) is a Federally funded program that helps eligible households pay a portion of their home energy costs by providing a one-time per year benefit.

  • People's Owned and Operated Collective House (POOCH)

    POOCH is a nonprofit, cooperative housing organization comprised of three houses that provide low-rate rent.

  • Salvation Army

    The Salvation Army provides a variety of resources to individuals and families in need, including housing resources such as case management towards self-sufficiency and independent living, utility assistance programs, and emergency resources during natural/man-made disasters .

  • The Willow Domestic Violence Care Center

    The Willow Domestic Violence Center builds safer communities through shelter, services, and support to survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking in Douglas, Franklin, and Jefferson counties. All services are free to county residents.

  • United Way Call 211

    You can locate utility and housing assistance programs in your area by dialing 211 in the state of Kansas.