HOME Investment Partnerships Program

Administered by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) · hud.gov

The largest federal block grant for affordable housing. States and localities use funds for rental assistance, down payment assistance, and home rehabilitation for income-eligible households.

Eligibility requirements

✓Income at or below 80% Area Median Income (AMI) for rental; 80% AMI for homebuyer programs
✓First-time homebuyer or renter in participating jurisdiction

Insider tip

HOME funds show up under many different local names — 'Homebuyer Assistance Program,' 'Affordable Housing Grant,' etc. Contact your city or county housing department directly and ask specifically about HOME-funded programs.

How to apply

Apply directly on the official website. GrantLantern does not process applications — we link you directly to the source.

Apply at hud.gov →

Opens the official source. GrantLantern is not affiliated with this program.

Program details sourced from official government and agency websites. Eligibility is determined by the administering agency — not GrantLantern. Verify current requirements at the official source before applying.

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