Anti-Displacement Resources

In July 2022, the City of East Palo Alto released a Request For Proposals (RFP) for qualified organizations to provide legal services, tenant advocacy and education, and financial assistance services for resident anti-displacement services. This RFP is based around the City’s desire to protect residents from displacement and homelessness, as well as to fulfill the intent of Measure O, which was approved by the voters in November 2016 (see linked Measure O FAQs).

On January 1, 2023, the City enter into agreements with the following community organizations that were selected through that RFP in order to serve the community and provide anti-displacement services:

Community Legal Services in East Palo Alto (CLSEPA) offers legal counseling and advice for residents at risk of evictions, facing discrimination, and in unsafe living conditions. Among other services, provides legal advice and representation on housing, immigration, and consumer matters. 

Anyone with a housing problem can call their housing intake line at (650) 422-2885.

For any other legal issues, you can call their general number at (650) 326-6440.

Website: clsepa.org

Nuestra Casa provides general housing support services for residents. Provides resources and referrals to assistance in the community continues providing their food distribution program among other services. 

Phone: (650) 330-7472

Website: nuestracasa.org

Youth United for Community Action (YUCA) is a youth-led nonprofit that supports tenant organizing and support efforts including tenant education and workshops. 

Phone: (650) 322-9165

Website: youthunited.net

Samaritan House provides a variety of resources including Housing and Shelter, and direct rental assistance to qualified tenants in EPA.

Phone: (650) 294-4312 

Website: samaritanhousesanmateo.org