HFA News
Gov. Pritzker Announces Down Payment Assistance Milestone for First-Time Homebuyers
Today, Governor Pritzker announced that 1,500 new Illinois homebuyers have been offered $18 million in downpayment assistance through the newly created IHDAccess Home (Access Home) program – representing a 52 percent increase in the number of people served by all other IHDA loan programs compared to April 2025.
New Tool for Policy and Investment Funded by Community Impact Grant
Decision-makers in Richmond and its surrounding localities have a valuable new resource for understanding the details of their housing landscape. The Greater Richmond Market Value Analysis (MVA) is a tool that translates complex housing data into an easy-to-explore map and dashboard that gives elected officials, planners and private developers a clearer sense of how to shape housing policy and where to direct investment in the region.
KHC Honors the Life and Legacy of F. Lynn Luallen
Kentucky Housing Corporation (KHC) mourns the passing of its longest-serving executive director, F. Lynn Luallen, who is known as the father of affordable housing in the Commonwealth.
Governor Moore Continues “Delivering for Maryland” Tour in Talbot County, Highlighting Investments in Healthcare, Broadband, and Community Services
Governor Wes Moore on Thursday continued his statewide “Delivering for Maryland” tour with a series of engagements in Talbot County. During his visit, the governor celebrated expanded broadband access at the 19th Annual Talbot County Business Appreciation Summit, honored local public safety personnel at the Easton First Responders Celebration, toured the construction progress for the new University of Maryland Shore Regional Medical Center, and highlighted state investments in community facilities following a tour of the St. Michaels Community Center.
Oregon Housing and Community Services Program Helps Jackson County Businesses Overcome Almeda Fire’s Impacts
Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) announces its ReOregon Planning, Infrastructure, and Economic Revitalization (PIER) program has committed nearly $1 million in microgrants and loans to help dozens of small businesses in Jackson County rebuild and grow since the 2020 Almeda Fire impacted the region.
BMCC Names 2026 Terrence R. Duvernay Award Recipient
Today, at the Building Michigan Communities Conference (BMCC), Jennifer Everhart was honored with the 2026 Terrence R. Duvernay Award for her outstanding contributions to affordable housing and community development in Michigan.
Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Announces Talbot County Reaches 100% of Locations with Access to High-Speed Internet
Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Secretary Jake Day today announced that Talbot County has become the first county in Maryland to reach 100% of locations with access to high-speed internet.
Oregon Housing and Community Services Earns Higher Credit Rating – and That’s Good News for Housing Across Oregon
Moody's Ratings – one of the world’s leading independent credit rating agencies – upgraded Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS’) issuer rating from A2 to A1.
KHC and Brighton Center Break Ground on Permanent Supportive Housing Development in Newport
Kentucky Housing Corporation (KHC) joined Brighton Center, Brighton Properties, and community partners yesterday to break ground on June Gardens, a 12-unit permanent supportive housing development in Newport, Kentucky.
