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$2.1 Million in Homeowner Rehab Grants Now Available
January 11, 2010 Posted by KHRC
Kansas Housing Awards Grants to 10 Communities to Renovate and Weatherize Unsafe Housing. Topeka, KS - January 11, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) — Kansas Housing Resources Corporation (KHRC) has awarded $2.1 million in Homeowner Rehabilitation (HR) grants to ten communities to facilitate the renovation, accessibility and weatherization of unsafe housing. The funds, made possible by the federal HOME Investment Partnerships Program, help low-income residents make home improvements, bring homes up to code and eliminate other health and safety hazards.
New Year, New Home for Six Greensburg Families
January 4, 2010 Posted by KHRC
Greensburg, KS - January 4, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) — Six Greensburg families will ring in the New Year moving into new homes thanks to housing development grants created by the Kansas Legislature. The grants, which target cities and counties rebuilding after the 2007 tornadoes and flooding, help finance the construction of housing and infrastructure, such as streets, water and sewer systems.
Moran Introduces Legislation to Improve Disabled Veterans’ Housing
December 17, 2009 Posted by Kansas RealEstateRama
WASHINGTON, D.C. - December 17, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Congressman Jerry Moran introduced legislation this week to help more disabled veterans modify their homes to achieve independent living following injuries sustained during military service. The Specially Adapted Housing Assistance Enhancement Act would improve an important Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) grant program that assists veterans with disabilities construct or modify homes to meet their mobility needs
Moran Announces Recovery Act Grant Awarded to Atwood Housing Authority
September 30, 2009 Posted by Kansas RealEstateRama
WASHINGTON, D.C. - September 30, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Congressman Jerry Moran today announced Atwood Housing Authority received a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) grant to address the needs of seniors and persons with disabilities. Recently, HUD awarded competitive grants to public housing authorities throughout the country to allow necessary improvements
Senator Roberts Announces $288,000 Grant to Liberal for Housing
September 29, 2009 Posted by Kansas RealEstateRama
WASHINGTON, DC - September 29, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — U.S. Senator Pat Roberts (R-KS) today announced a $288,000 grant to the city of Liberal for housing. The funds will be used to provide grants to public or private non-profit organizations and Indian Tribes to provide assistance in recruitment, screening, loan packaging and related activities for prospective Self-Help housing applicants. This project will provide for the coordination and supervision of the construction of 18 homes. This program brings new, modest homes to the community and allows families who otherwise might not be able to afford a home to do so through the contribution of sweat equity.
$2.2 Million Awarded to Five Disaster-Affected Communities to Rebuild Housing, Infrastructure
September 18, 2009 Posted by KHRC
Housing Development Grants Approved for Cherryvale, Erie, Iola, Neodesha and Kiowa County. Topeka, KS - September 18, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Kansas Housing Resources Corporation (KHRC) has awarded over $2.2 million in grants to five disaster-affected communities to build housing and infrastructure. The grants, made possible by the Housing Development Grant Program (HDGP) created last year by the Kansas Legislature, assist communities recovering from the 2007 Greensburg Tornado and the Southeast Kansas floods
Senator Roberts Announces $1.5 Million in Housing Grants for Lawrence
September 10, 2009 Posted by CUNA
WASHINGTON, DC - September 10, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Today, U.S. Senator Pat Roberts (R-KS) announced more than $1.5 million in housing grants for Lawrence.
Senator Roberts Announces $207,000 Grant to Mennonite Housing in Wichita
September 9, 2009 Posted by Kansas RealEstateRama
WASHINGTON, DC - September 9, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — U.S. Senator Pat Roberts (R-KS) today announced a $207,000 grant to Mennonite Housing Rehabilitation Services in Wichita for housing. The Demonstration Planning Grant (DPG) of $207,000 will provide up-front funds for architectural and engineering work, site control, and other expenses related to the development of the projects prior to initial closing. Without the grant funding, such costs would not be reimbursable until closing or would have to come from other funding sources.
Senator Roberts Announces $4.8 Million in Housing Grants for Wichita
September 9, 2009 Posted by Kansas RealEstateRama
WASHINGTON, DC - September 8, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Today, U.S. Senator Pat Roberts (R-KS) announced more than $4.8 million in housing grants for Wichita. $2,848,360 for Community Development Block Grants (CDBG): providing decent housing and a suitable living environment; expanding economic opportunities for low-and moderate-income persons.
Senator Roberts Announces $361,000 Grant for Housing in Leavenworth
July 21, 2009 Posted by Kansas RealEstateRama
WASHINGTON, DC - July 21, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — U.S. Senator Pat Roberts (R-KS) announced a $361,000 grant for housing in Leavenworth. The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) will provide decent housing, a suitable living environment, and expand economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income persons
Senator Roberts Announces $300,000 in Housing Grants for Topeka and Wichita
July 16, 2009 Posted by Kansas RealEstateRama
WASHINGTON, DC - July 15, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — U.S. Senator Pat Roberts (R-KS) today announced $300,000 in grants for Housing in Topeka and Wichita.
Senator Roberts Announces $189,900 for Fort Scott Municipal Airport
July 6, 2009 Posted by Kansas RealEstateRama
WASHINGTON, DC - July 6, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — U.S. Senator Pat Roberts (R-KS) today announced a $189,900 grant for Fort Scott Municipal airport. The grant will be used to rehabilitate Runway 18/36.
Senator Roberts Announces $298,500 for Housing in Topeka
July 6, 2009 Posted by Kansas RealEstateRama
WASHINGTON, DC - July 6, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — U.S. Senator Pat Roberts (R-KS) today announced a $298,500 grant to the Topeka Housing Authority. The Designated Housing Program funds will provide assistance to non-elderly disabled families and enable the Topeka Housing Authority to provide sufficient alternative resources to meet the housing needs of non-elderly disabled families.
Senator Roberts Announces Over $32 Million in Housing Grants in Kansas
June 26, 2009 Posted by Kansas RealEstateRama
WASHINGTON, DC - June 26, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — U.S. Senator Pat Roberts (R-KS) today announced over $32 million in grants for housing opportunities throughout Kansas.
The Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) provide decent housing and a suitable living environment, and expanding economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income persons. The Emergency Shelter Grants (ESG) improve the quality and number of emergency homeless shelters. The HOME programs expands the supply of decent and affordable housing to low- and very low-income families. The HOPWA program provides assistance and services to benefit low-income persons medically diagnosed with HIV/AIDS and their families.
Senator Roberts Announces over $3 Million for Garden City and Salina Airport Improvements
June 16, 2009 Posted by Kansas RealEstateRama
WASHINGTON, DC - June 16, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Today, U.S. Senator Pat Roberts (R-KS) announced over $3 million in grants for improvements at the Salina and Garden City airports.
