The Legal Aid Society of Hawaii received a $825,000 Project Grant award from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) under the Fair Housing Initiatives Program (CFDA 14.418 - Private Enforcement Initiatives) to provide comprehensive fair housing services. Through this funding, the organization will:
Intake and process 160 housing discrimination complaints annually, including testing and referrals to enforcement agencies. Provide intake, counseling, and referral services for at least 60 individuals with disabilities experiencing fair housing issues. File at least 15 complaints with the Hawaii Civil Rights Commission or HUD annually. Assist 20 individuals annually with requests for reasonable accommodations or modifications. Recruit, train, and utilize 10 volunteer fair housing testers to conduct 60 rental and sales tests per year. Engage in broad-based education and outreach efforts, including 15 events targeting protected classes such as linguistic minorities, rural residents, and individuals impacted by natural disasters. The funding period is from June 1, 2024 to May 31, 2026.
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