The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) Public Housing Operating Fund (CFDA 14.850) awarded a $621,424 formula grant to the Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority (AMHA) on January 1, 2025. This grant provides operating subsidies to AMHA to assist in funding the day-to-day operational and maintenance expenses of its public housing projects, which serve 1,590,321 low-income residents in 902,436 households across the United States.
The funding supports a range of critical activities, including 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. While the sub-recipient activities are not specified, AMHA has a track record of leveraging federal grants to implement a comprehensive approach to addressing housing needs and fostering community development in Akron.
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