EMERGENCY PROGRAMS
The Emergency Programs offers a variety of financial assistance and resources to low-income individuals.
All programs are funding-dependent (grant-based), and there is no guarantee of assistance.
All assistance is by appointment only. Please call 505-325-7466 and select option 1 to schedule an appointment today.
All assistance is by appointment
Please call: 505-325-7466 - option 1
Income guidelines apply
Contact: 505-325-7466 or info@echoinc.org
Hours: Monday - Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
1921 E. Murray Drive, Farmington, NM 87401
Thrive Kits:
Hygiene, Diaper & Incontinence Kits
We offer Hygiene, Diaper, and Incontinence Care Kits.
As funding allows in August of each year,
we may be able to provide back-to-school clothes.
Utility Assistance
When funding is available, we provide financial assistance to pay 1 month's utility bill in arrears. City of Farmington Bills in Arrears & San Juan County Utility Bills in Arrears.
San Juan County Rental Assistance
When funding is available, we help San Juan County residents with first, current, or past-due rent.
We understand that each situation is unique.
Please call to discuss your situation and to schedule an appointment.
When funding is available, you can complete the Screening Form here.
Accepted applicants will be invited by phone for an in-person interview within 1 week.
We will notify ineligible applicants via email
The following documents will be requested at time of appointment.
- Proof of San Juan County Residence
- Valid Picture ID
- SNAP Documents
- Proof of 30 Days Household Income (TANF, SSI, SSDI Statements, Paystubs, etc.)
- Utility Disconnect Notice (for provider within San Juan County)
Income Eligibility
| Household Size | Monthly Income | Annual Income |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1,995 | $23,940 |
| 2 | $2,705 | $32,460 |
| 3 | $3,415 | $40,980 |
| For each additional family member, Add | $710 | $8,520 |
Reasons you may be denied ECHO’s Rental Assistance:
2-3 months behind on rent or mortgage payments. - We encourage people to work with their rental managers to develop a payment plan to begin the non-eviction and repayment process.
No Income listed – We must see a source of income or a job offer letter.
Subsidized Housing (HUD, NHA, or income-based) - we are unable to assist anyone who is already receiving income-based housing.
If your work hours or income go down, reporting the change quickly allows the housing authority to recalculate your rent downward.
Contact your housing provider and make sure your documents are in order.
In accordance with federal civil rights law and USDA civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its agencies, offices, employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all programs). Remedies and complaint filing deadlines vary by program or incident.
Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the state or local agency that administers the program or contact USDA through the Telecommunications Relay Service at 711 (voice and TTY). Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.
To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at How to File a Program Discrimination Complaint and at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by:
- Mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Mail Stop 9410, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410;
- Fax: (202) 690-7442; or
- Email: program.intake@usda.gov.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.