Home investment partnerships program

The Department of Housing and Urban Development's Assistant Secretary for Community Planning and Development awarded the City of Fort Wayne $935,832.74 under the HOME Investment Partnerships Program (CFDA 14.239) on September 18, 2025, with a completion date of September 30, 2034. This formula grant funds affordable housing initiatives including rehabilitation of owner-occupied housing, homebuyer assistance programs, acquisition and rehabilitation of rental housing, and tenant-based rental assistance. All housing assisted through this award must meet federal income targeting and affordability requirements, with assisted units remaining affordable for periods ranging from 5 to 20 years depending on the specific activity type and HOME funding contribution level.

As a participating jurisdiction, the City of Fort Wayne will utilize these funds to expand the supply of affordable housing for low and very low-income residents in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The city is required to implement the funding consistent with its five-year Consolidated Plan and annual Action Plans, which undergo HUD review for completeness and consistency with program purposes. This award represents part of the city's ongoing portfolio of recurring HOME formula allocations supporting community development and affordable housing initiatives within the metropolitan area.