Housing and
Social Services
Creating Pathways to Generational Wealth through Financial Stability.
Our Comprehensive Approach
NAVIGATING THE ROAD TO FINANCIAL STABILITY CAN BE CHALLENGING.
At the Houston Area Urban League, we believe that the foundation for building generational wealth begins with education—and we are here to support you on that journey.
As a HUD-approved housing agency, our certified Housing Counselors and Coaches provide personalized guidance and support to individuals and families across our community. We offer a comprehensive range of services, including housing assistance, one-on-one counseling, educational workshops, community outreach, and specialized support for veterans.
Our mission is to help individuals achieve financial stability, navigate life’s challenges, and create lasting pathways to long-term self-sufficiency and success.
Looking to Build A Better Future?
Our Comprehensive Approach
NAVIGATING THE ROAD TO FINANCIAL STABILITY CAN BE CHALLENGING.
At our core, we believe that building generational wealth starts with education, and we’re here to help kickstart that journey with you.
The Houston Area Urban League is a HUD-approved Housing agency with HUD-approved Housing Counselors and Coaches
Powerful
Resources
Looking to Build A Better Future?
Counseling
Counseling
FINANCIAL COUNSELING
Financial Coaching takes a holistic approach to financial wellness with initial efforts on getting an understanding of the current situation, and future financial plans and presents a comprehensive report to clients.
MORTGAGE DELINQUENCY / DEFAULT RESOLUTION COUNSELING
Resolving or Preventing Mortgage Delinquency or Default service is a one-on-one consultation provided to families experiencing financial difficulty to prevent mortgage default and assist families facing foreclosure with alternative options.
RENTAL HOUSING COUNSELING
The Houston Area Urban League provides rental counseling in the following areas: budgeting and money management, review of credit reports, and debt reduction. Additional information is provided on typical expenses as a renter, how to properly communicate with your landlord, recovery of your security deposit, necessary maintenance and repairs, and the importance of understanding your rights and responsibilities as a renter.
HOMELESS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
The Houston Area Urban League provides case management to persons who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless by preventing households from losing their home or returning to stable housing as quickly as possible. This loss may be due to nonpayment of rent or a mortgage due to the current economic or life crisis. The Homeless Assistance Program includes, but is not limited to information regarding emergency shelter; other emergency services; transitional housing, supportive services and limited financial assistance for related needs (rental, mortgage, and deposits).
Workshops
FIRST TIME HOMEBUYERS
The First Time Homebuyers Workshop is designed to assist low to moderate-income families with the home-buying process. Classes are in English and Spanish covering: recommendations regarding readiness and preparation for homeownership; FHA insured financing; housing selection and mobility; search assistance; budgeting and credit; loan product and feature comparison; purchase and closing and money management.
FAIR HOUSING
The Fair Housing Workshops/Fair Housing Initiative Program assists consumers in the following counties: Harris, Brazoria, Colorado, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Liberty, Waller, Walker, Austin, Matagorda, Wharton, and Montgomery.
PRE-PURCHASE PROGRAM
The Financial Education parogram workshop is scheduled for one hour monthly at no charge to the client to address budgeting, saving, debt reduction, and credit issues.
Workshops
Special Programs
The Texas Veterans Commission
Veteran Support Service Program
(Mortgage/Rental Assistance)
Available To Assist With:
• Housing Counseling
• Credit Counseling
• Case Management
• Financial Management
• Gap Financial Assistance
• Housing Legal Referrals
Texas Utility Help is here for you
Need help paying your utility bills?
Texas Utility Help is here for you.
Texas Utility Help can give financial assistance to qualified Texas homeowners and renters with low income. Eligible expenses include electricity, gas, propane, water, and wastewater.
Center for Civic and Public Policy Improvement
HAUL HOMEBUYER EDUCATION PROGRAM
The Houston Area Urban League is providing financial education for prospective homebuyers participating in the Southeast Houston Affordable Housing Initiative co-sponsored by the Midtown Redevelopment Authority and the Center for Civic and Public Policy Improvement.
Join us in any upcoming event. Throughout the year, we have various events that promote HAUL and its programs, initiatives to improve the lives of community members. To attend the next event, check out our program calendar today and sign up for the event of your choice.
Partners
Our work would not be possible without the support of our partners, including individuals, organizations, and corporations, who share our commitment to empowering underserved communities across the Houston area. We invite you to partner with us and help advance our mission to provide the tools and resources that lead to economic self-reliance, opportunity, and progress for historically marginalized communities.
Thank you for your continued support and dedication to making a difference.
This program is supported by a grant from the Texas Veterans Commission Fund for Veterans’ Assistance. The Fund for Veterans’ Assistance provides grants to organizations serving veterans and their families. For more information, visit www.TVC.Texas.gov.
