‘Home Grants’ Archives
Foreclosure Prevention Assistance in Delaware
Delaware State Housing Authority has launched a new program, the “Homeownership Grant Assistance Program” (GAP). This program is available to assist homeowners facing foreclosure. The $1 million grant program, a partnership between DSHA and the Department of Health and Social Services, is funded through the American Reinvestment and [...]
Home Repair Grant in Illinois
Homeowners in Machesney Park can apply for a grant to pay for upgrades for their houses. The village's HomeForward program got a grant from the Illinois Housing Development Authority and are passing those funds along to the homeowners. (more...)
Property Tax Assistance in Massachusetts
Residents in Needham, Massachusetts may be eligible to receive a grant to be applied to their property tax if they meet the qualifications for low income elderly or disabled as defined by Massachusetts law. Qualifications vary, but generally relate to age, ownership, residency, disability, income and assets. (more...)
Grants to Purchase Foreclosures in Iowa
The City of Davenport, Iowa has funding available to assist buyers with the purchase and rehab of a foreclosed property. Homebuyers can receive up to $24,999 for down payments, closing costs, rehabilitation, and mortgage buy-down. Qualifying properties must be within the program area (more info on the city website) (more...)
Heating Assistance in Buffalo New York
If you live in Buffalo, New York and need assistance for your heating expenses, the Neighbor for Neighbor Heat Fund is accepting applications for a one time grant of as much as $400. (more...)
Housing Grants for the Mentally Ill
Prairie View is accepting applications from individuals who qualify to receive funds from the Tenant Based Rental Assistance grant. Prairie View was awarded $100,000 from the Kansas Housing Resources Corporation to help people with severe mental illness afford safe and decent housing. (more...)
Flood Recovery Program
The federal government has awarded funds to help meet the needs of people affected by the terrible floods and storms that occurred during the summer of 2008 in a 30 county area of Southern Wisconsin. These funds will help homeowners repair their homes and provide other resources to help them on their road to recovery. (more...)
Free Smoke Detectors
Free smoke detectors are generally offered as special programs through local fire departments. I'll post the news announcements for these as I find them. (more...)
Homelessness Prevention Grant
The Monroe County Housing Authority in Pennsylvania will be providing financial assistance to help households on the verge of homelessness remain in their homes pending financial improvement. (more...)
Wood Stove Replacement Grant
The Mesa County Health Department and Housing Resources of Western Colorado will give you money to upgrade or replace your wood stove or fireplace. Grants from $750 to $3,000 are available depending what you qualify for. (more...)
