The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) Public Housing Operating Fund (CFDA 14.850) awarded a $257,473 formula grant to the Boston Housing Authority (BHA) on January 1, 2025. This grant funding supports the day-to-day operational and maintenance expenses of BHA's public housing portfolio, which consists of over 58,000 units and rental assistance vouchers serving low-income families, elderly individuals, and persons with disabilities in the Boston metropolitan area. Key activities funded by this grant include property management, routine and preventative maintenance, anti-crime and security initiatives, energy cost management, resident supportive services, and administrative expenses. The grant aims to maintain high occupancy rates, improve resident quality of life, and promote fair housing practices across BHA's affordable housing portfolio.
The Boston Housing Authority also receives sub-awards from state and federal agencies, such as the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency and FEMA, to aid in emergency response efforts like snow removal, protective services, and COVID-19 relief for public housing residents. Additionally, BHA secures funding for adult education and literacy services through a sub-award from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education.
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