Utility and Rent Assistance

Utility Assistance

OCR works with families residing within the Owasso, Collinsville and Sperry school districts. To receive services families must have household income at or below 185 percent of the federal poverty level; have a source of income or is a full-time student. Income qualifications also include being approved for SNAP, Social Security or Disability benefits (letters of certification are required).

Emergency Utility Assistance – once every 12 months for each utility

Clients must have a cut-off notice or be within 5 days of cut-off of the utility. Payments are made to the utility company. Due to limited funds, only a portion of bills will be paid.

Rent Assistance

Emergency Rent Assistance – once every 12 months

Clients must provide proof of residency, photo ID and lease. Payments are sent to the leasing agent or landlord.

A copy of lease
A copy of the eviction notice or late payment notice.
Clients qualify on the 5th day after the due date, according to the lease, or with an eviction notice, whichever comes first.