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Governor Hochul Announces Start of Construction on $50 Million Affordable and Supportive Housing Development in Brownsville
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that construction is now underway at The Rise, a $50 million, 72-unit affordable and supportive housing development in Brownsville, Brooklyn. In addition to being 100 percent affordable, the development will offer an array of health, wellness, employment and legal services to support residents and benefit the surrounding community.
Kentucky Housing Corporation and Habitat for Humanity of Henderson Dedicate Home Build 75
“I never thought I would have a real home,” said Karen Raber in December 2021 to a small crowd gathered at the groundbreaking for what would become her first house. Nearly a year later, that "real home" now complete, Kentucky Housing Corporation (KHC), Habitat for Humanity of Henderson, and others joined Karen at her new house to celebrate the milestone with a formal dedication and key ceremony.
State of Maryland Announces Three New Sustainable Communities
The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development announced today two towns in Washington County and one town in Wicomico County have been named Maryland's newest Sustainable Communities. With the addition of Boonsboro, Pittsville, and Smithsburg, the State of Maryland’s Smart Growth Subcabinet has designated 126 Sustainable Communities across Maryland since the creation of the program in 2010.
Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program Funds Awarded
North Dakota Homeless Continuum of Care (CoC) with assistance from a Youth Action Board awarded nearly $2 million through the Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program (YHDP) to local service providers. The CoC is a communitywide commitment to the goal of preventing and ending homelessness in the state.
Hogan Administration Announces $5 Million Committed to Biopharmaceutical Company Through State Small Business Credit Initiative
The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) today announced $5 million of its State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) funds have been committed to Clene Nanomedicine, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company with manufacturing operations in Elkton that is dedicated to improving the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases.
Gov. Whitmer Announces Launch of MI-HOPE Program Awarding $10 Million for Energy-Efficiency Focused Housing Repairs and Upgrades
Governor Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) have launched the Michigan Housing Opportunities Promoting Energy Efficiency (MI-HOPE) program, awarding ten million dollars to local governments and nonprofit organizations throughout the state for energy-efficiency focused housing repairs and upgrades.
LHC Celebrates the Grand Opening of Lemann Art Lofts in Downtown Donaldsonville
The Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC) today announced the grand opening of the Lemann Art Lofts in Historic Downtown Donaldsonville, Louisiana. The Lemann Art Lofts is a historic restoration of the Bernard (B.) Lemann & Bro., Inc. building located on the block between Mississippi Street, Crescent Park, and Railroad Avenue.
New Scholar House and Workforce Development Program, Serving Single Parents, Opens on Campus of Eastern Kentucky University
The Workforce Pathway at Kit Carson Commons Scholar House officially opened Wednesday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the site on the campus of Eastern Kentucky University.
NCSHA Announces 2023 Board of Directors
WASHINGTON, DC — The National Council of State Housing Agencies elected its 2023 Board of Directors on October 23 during the association’s Annual Conference. Board officers and directors are...
Tyrone Roderick Williams to join California Housing Finance Agency Board of Directors
The California Housing Finance Agency is pleased to welcome Tyrone Roderick Williams to the CalHFA Board of Directors following his appointment from Governor Gavin Newsom, filling a previously open seat.
Elected Officials, Development Partners and Community Members Celebrate New Homes in Burrillville
Today, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse joined Housing Secretary Josh Saal, NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley (NWBRV), RIHousing, funding and community partners, and new homeowners to celebrate the completion of Phase III and start of construction for Phase IV at the Fernwood ‘Mutual Self-Help’ Housing Development in Burrillville.
Maryland to Celebrate Weatherization Day on October 30
As Maryland marks Weatherization Day on October 30, the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is marking the 46th year for its Weatherization Assistance Program, which helps predominantly limited-income households make important repairs and upgrades to their homes.
