BISMARCK, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – The North Dakota Housing Finance Agency (NDHFA) has announced the distribution of $200,000 in grants through its Helping Housing Across North Dakota (Helping HAND) program for 2024. This initiative aims to ensure that residents, regardless of their economic circumstances, have access to safe and affordable housing.
“Helping HAND embodies the state’s commitment to ensure that residents, regardless of economic circumstances, have a safe and affordable place to call home,” said Dave Flohr, NDHFA executive director.
The 2024 Helping HAND grant distribution is as follows:
Community Action Partnership, Dickinson/Williston: $20,699
Community Action Partnership, Minot: $19,615
Dakota Prairie Community Action Agency, Devils Lake: $15,727
Red River Valley Community Action, Grand Forks: $25,183
Southeastern ND Community Action Agency, Fargo: $49,350
Community Action Region VI, Jamestown: $13,391
Community Action Program Region VII, Bismarck: $30,969
Trenton Indian Service Area, Trenton: $7,333
Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa, Belcourt: $7,333
Red River Valley Habitat for Humanity, Grand Forks: $4,000
Lake Agassiz Habitat for Humanity, Moorhead: $4,000
Rebuilding Together Fargo/Moorhead Area, Fargo: $1,200
Rebuilding Together Greater Bismarck/Mandan, Bismarck: $1,200
Helping HAND grants are provided to community groups with existing single-family housing rehabilitation programs. They play a vital role in assisting households with limited means. To qualify, households must have an income of 80% or less than the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s median for the county in which the home is located. Additionally, matching funds of at least 25% of a rehab project’s total cost are required to access the grant dollars.
Since its inception in 1993, NDHFA’s Helping HAND program has provided over $6.7 million in grants, leveraging more than $50 million and assisting over 8,000 lower-income individuals and families across North Dakota. Roof replacement is the most common type of rehabilitation project funded.
“By addressing critical repair needs like roof repair, the Helping HAND program is ensuring that homes are safe and habitable, improving living conditions and helping to preserve communities and promote economic stability,” said Flohr.
The Helping HAND program is funded through NDHFA’s earnings. Grants are allocated to Community Action Agencies based on poverty level indicators, with dedicated funds earmarked for tribal housing authorities and non-profit organizations. Individuals seeking rehabilitation assistance can contact a designated grant recipient for further details