STEP Fund provides interest-free loans paid directly to landlords to help low-income residents of Los Angeles County who are at risk of losing housing within 30 days due to financial hardship. It operates as the prevention pillar of Better Angels United, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit focused on tackling homelessness in Los Angeles. Applicants complete an online process and, if eligible, funds are disbursed to landlords upon approval to support housing stability. The program serves residents of Los Angeles County seeking urgent rental assistance.