GRANT · HOW TO WIN THIS
Loan amounts vary by project; over $1.05 billion originated across 631 loans since 2000.
Rolling — no set deadline; contact CHC at any time to discuss your project.
FUNDING TYPE
CDFI, Loan
CAN YOU GET THIS?
YOUR REAL ODDS
CHC has originated 631 loans totaling over $1 billion since 2000, suggesting a steady pipeline rather than a highly competitive one-time competition.
As a CDFI lender, CHC evaluates applications on a rolling basis. Your odds depend on the strength of your project and your standing in the NeighborWorks network, not a grant competition with fixed slots.
WHAT IT TAKES
Confirm NeighborWorks network membership and project eligibility — 1-2 days
Identify the right loan product (acquisition, construction, bridge, permanent, etc.) — 1-3 days
Contact CHC directly to start a conversation about your project — Ongoing — rolling basis
WORTH KNOWING
CHC offers FHLBank AHP-sponsored awards up to $500,000 for acquisition, construction, or rehab of rental and ownership housing — a subsidy layer that could stack with their loan products to reduce your financing costs.
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