Affordable Housing Grants for Nonprofits

Affordable Housing Grants for Nonprofits provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.

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GATEWAY WELLNESS FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Home Repair Partnership Program Status: Currently on Hold - not accepting applications at this time Purpose: A Home Repair Program for Low Income, Elderly, and Disabled McDowell County Residents.…

LOUDOUN HABITAT FOR HUMANITY · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Home Repair Program Organization: Loudoun Habitat for Humanity Status: Currently accepting applications Geographic Scope: Loudoun County, Virginia Focus Areas: Critical home repairs for low-income…

THE RONDO COMMUNITY LAND TRUST · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

Homebuyer Initiated Program (HIP) Status: Active Geographic Scope: St. Paul and Suburban Ramsey County, Minnesota Focus Areas: Affordable homeownership for income-qualified households purchasing…

Predevelopment funding available (amount not specified)
ANCHORUM ST VINCENT · Rolling / Open Foundation

Homegrown Housing Program Funder: Anchorum Health Foundation in partnership with Project Moxie Launch Date: August 2025 Geographic Scope: Northern New Mexico counties and Pueblos: Colfax County,…

ANCHORUM HEALTH FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Homegrown Housing Program Status: Launched August 2025 Geographic Scope: Northern New Mexico, specifically targeting: Colfax County, Guadalupe County, McKinley County, Nambe Pueblo, San Miguel…

Varies by project (examples: $622,500 to $750,000+)
MARIN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Homelessness & Affordable Housing Initiative Launched: 2024 Purpose: Address two escalating crises in Marin County identified through MCF's strategic planning: homelessness and affordable housing.…

Washington State Department of Commerce · Rolling / Open Foundation

Homeownership Applications Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Washington State Department of Commerce Amount: Up to US $6,000,000 Last Updated: August 22, 2025 Summary The Washington State Department of…

GREATER CHARLOTTESVILLE HABITAT · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Homeownership Program Overview Organization: Habitat for Humanity of Greater Charlottesville Program Status: Applications currently closed; note states "Applications are temporarily closed. Kindly…

LOUDOUN HABITAT FOR HUMANITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Homeownership Program Organization: Loudoun Habitat for Humanity Status: Currently NOT accepting applications Geographic Scope: Loudoun County, Virginia Focus Areas: Partnership housing for…

Horizon Bank · Rolling / Open Foundation

Horizon Bank Community Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Horizon Bank Amount: More than US $5,000 Last Updated: March 06, 2026 Summary The Horizon Bank Community Grant Program aims to enhance…

Up to $300,000
Commerce CDBG · October 16, 2026 State

CDBG funding for housing projects to benefit low- to moderate-income residents. Eligible applicants are local units of government in Kansas cities or counties, excluding federal entitlement areas.

EASTERN WEST VIRGINIA COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview The Eastern West Virginia Community Foundation (EWVCF) was founded in 1995 to help donors create endowed funds to benefit 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations (including schools, churches and…

ENTERPRISE COMMUNITY PARTNERS INC · May 15, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Housing Affordability Breakthrough Challenge Overview: A national housing innovation grant competition launched jointly by Wells Fargo and Enterprise Community Partners. This is the third iteration…

Housing Assistance Council · Rolling / Open State

The Housing Assistance Council (HAC) makes short-term loans at below market interest rates to local nonprofits, for profits and government entities developing affordable housing for low-income, rural…

$195,132 awarded in Round 2; $933,000 raised to date
LA PLATA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ALLIANCE · May 3, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Housing Catalyst Fund Purpose: Pre-development funding initiative to support workforce housing projects throughout La Plata County by covering early-stage costs that often create roadblocks to…

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of affordable housing grants for nonprofits are available?
Affordable Housing Grants for Nonprofits come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
Who is eligible for affordable housing grants for nonprofits?
Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
How do I apply for affordable housing grants for nonprofits?
Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.

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