The federal government provided almost $3 billion in rental aid grants to states as part of an earlier relief package. This was to help people affected by the pandemic who couldn’t afford rent. Mississippi received an initial $8 million. It began administering the funds through three housing programs in the northern, central, and southern regions of Mississippi in June. The state then received another $10 million. Researchers estimate that it will take at most $100 million to address the huge need in the state. READ MORE: More than half of Mississippi renters could face eviction during pandemic without protections from Congress View the map below to see where renter assistance is available through RAMP: