New York – $68M In Grants Targets Seniors, Veterans, And Homeowners Needing Emergency Fixes

Albany, N.Y. — Nearly 1,300 low- to moderate-income households across New York could soon get help paying for critical home repairs, accessibility upgrades, rental assistance, and other housing needs under a new round of state awards totaling more than $68 million.

The funding, announced Friday by Gov. Kathy Hochul and administered through New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR), will flow to municipalities and local nonprofit organizations that run assistance programs for eligible residents, including older adults, veterans, and people with disabilities.

By region, the largest allocation goes to the North Country at $16.98 million expected to impact 270 homes. The Capital Region and Southern Tier also saw major awards, at $12.71 million (201 homes) and $12.78 million (191 homes), respectively. Additional funding includes $6.23 million in the Mohawk Valley (151 homes) and $5.87 million in the Mid-Hudson (85 homes), with smaller awards across Central New York, the Finger Lakes, Long Island/NYC, Western New York, and combined regions.

HCR said the grants are spread across multiple state and federally funded programs, including NYS HOME, Community Development Block Grant, Access to Home (and related programs for veterans and Medicaid members), Mobile and Manufactured Home Replacement, and RESTORE.

For families, the practical first step is local: find the awardee serving your county or city, ask what documentation is required (income, ownership/lease, repair estimates), and whether funds prioritize emergency health-and-safety issues or accessibility needs.

Applicants can review awardees and learn where to apply through HCR’s funding awards page.

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