S.1 Vote Delayed  

The General Assembly is expected to act on S.1 this fall.  We've been working relentlessly to make sure S.1 does not pass and will continue to do so with your help. 

Click on the graphic to read more about S.1 and our alternative,

the Housing Market Reform Act.

TD Charitable Foundation Special Grants Programs

 Housing for Everyone Grant Competition

Applications will be accepted from Monday, July 5, 2010 through Friday, September 3, 2010 at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time.

A total of $1.7 million will be awarded in 2010 to local non-profit organizations that make a meaningful difference in meeting the affordable housing needs in their communities.

The theme of this year's competition is Capital Improvements for Affordable Housing. These initiatives must focus on preserving and improving housing units for low- and moderate-income families or individuals.

Learn more about the 2010 Housing for Everyone Grant Competition and how to apply.

See the list of the 2009 Housing for Everyone Grant Competition recipients.

Non-Profit Training Resource Fund Grants

A total of $150,000 will be awarded in 2010 to eligible community-based organizations for employees to attend approved classes/courses that will enhance their job performance. Learn more about the fund and how to apply.

Interactive Mortgage Lending Matrix

 As a service to our members, the Network has compiled a Mortgage Lending Matrix - a list of lenders who are currently providing affordable loans with terms that allow deed restrictions for their buyers.

New Funds from a Familiar Source

The Federal Home Loan Banks Affordable Housing Program made over $29 million available in its 2010 A round for the New York/New Jersey region, and anticipates making at least as much available for the 2010 B round. This is the most money the program has ever made available. The per-unit limit is $20,000. Applications for the next round are due September 17, with electronic submissions due September 22.  Visit this site for more information