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Struggling or facing eviction, Houston? Here’s a grant program from Beyonce group, NAACP that could help
Read full article: Struggling or facing eviction, Houston? Here’s a grant program from Beyonce group, NAACP that could helpHOUSTON – Houstonians who are struggling or facing eviction or foreclosure can sign up for housing assistance through the NAACP and Beyonce’s BeyGOOD foundation. The Houston native and her BeyGOOD foundation teamed up with the NAACP to provide 100 grants up to $5,000 each to families in need. The grant is part of Phase 2 of the BeyGOOD Impact Fund, where the nonprofit will provide $50,000 for those impacted by the housing crisis. To qualify for the assistance, you will be required to upload a copy of your most recent mortgage statement or rental delinquency notice along with your application. The deadline to submit your application is Thursday, Jan. 21.
5 things for Houstonians to know for Thursday, Dec. 24
Read full article: 5 things for Houstonians to know for Thursday, Dec. 24Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo (left) and Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner (right) speak during a news conference at Houston Transtar on Dec. 23, 2020. Hidalgo said the county has faced a number of challenges over the past year during the coronavirus pandemic. She said ICU numbers have not stopped creeping up and the Texas Medical Center is routinely crossing its base compacity. Rockets star James Harden fined $50K for violating NBA’s COVID-19 protocolJames Harden was fined $50,000 Wednesday night for violating a COVID-19 protocol, according to the National Basketball Association. KPRC 2 Investigates has viewed documentation that shows Christmas Eve will start with 152 fewer firefighters than the national minimal staffing standards.
Beyoncé foundation to donate $500K to families facing eviction amid COVID-19
Read full article: Beyoncé foundation to donate $500K to families facing eviction amid COVID-19FILE - This July 9, 2019 file photo shows Beyonce at the world premiere of "The Lion King" in Los Angeles. Beyonce announced Thursday, April 23, 2020 that her BEYGood charity will partner with Twitter's Jack Dorsey's Start Small campaign to provide $6 million in relief funds. In partnership with UCLA, the funds will go organizations providing mental wellness services. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP, File)HOUSTON – Beyoncé, through her nonprofit BeyGOOD, continues to provide ways to help those in need during the COVID-19 pandemic. Beyoncé has also directed resources to Houston, including providing more than 500 COVID-19 tests, partnering with a local church for a drive-thru food distribution site and supplying basic necessities to those in need through local organizations.