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Fund to help Tampa residents pay bills
Ken Suarez reports
TAMPA, Fla. - The city of Tampa just kicked off a new program to help people and businesses that are in dire straits financially because of COVID-19.
“For all of you facing struggles, know that we are here for you and help is on the way,” Tampa Mayor Jane Castor said as she announced the ‘One Tampa: Relief Now, Rise Together’ program.
The program will pay up to $1,000 towards an individual’s or family’s rent or mortgage for one month. It will also pay up to $250 towards a utility bill.
For businesses that qualify, the program will pay up to $4,000 for one month’s rent or mortgage, and up to $1,000 towards a utility bill.
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The money comes from a variety of sources, including donations. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Lightning, and the Rays have donated $100,000 each. The city is looking for additional donations.
Individuals can apply starting this Friday, April 17.
Businesses can apply starting next Tuesday, April 21.
LINK: For details, go to www.OneTampa.org.
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