The Miami Valley region is set to receive nearly $2 million in state funding to support vital housing programs. The Ohio Department of Development (ODD) has announced grants totalling over $10 million to assist 32 nonprofit organizations and local government agencies across the state. These funds will be used to enhance housing stability and provide essential services to those in need.
Funding Allocation in Miami Valley
Several counties in the Miami Valley will benefit from these grants, ensuring more people have access to safe and stable housing.
Clark County
Clark County is set to receive over $130,000 to support two key programs:
- Sheltered will be awarded $78,500 to provide permanent supportive housing for 100 households.
- Project Women will receive $53,400 for transitional housing, benefiting households in both Champaign and Clark counties.
Greene County
Two projects in Greene County will receive nearly $390,000:
- Housing Solutions of Greene County is set to get $127,000 to assist with housing initiatives.
- Miami Valley Communication Action Partnership will obtain $260,100 to support housing programs.
Montgomery County
Montgomery County will receive the largest portion of the funding, with nearly $1.5 million allocated to two organizations:
- Homefull will be granted $893,400 to operate three permanent supportive housing projects in Franklin and Montgomery counties.
- Daybreak, Inc. will receive $582,300 to provide transitional housing for more than 230 households in Montgomery County.
Statewide Housing Support Initiative
The ODD’s investment in housing programs is a critical step toward addressing housing insecurity in Ohio. By distributing these funds to local organizations, the state aims to provide long-term housing solutions and support services that help residents achieve stability.
“Every Ohioan deserves a safe and stable place to live, and supportive housing programs go a long way in helping make that possible,” said Lydia Mihalik, director of the Department of Development. “These grants will empower thousands of people to overcome barriers, stabilize their lives, and achieve self-sufficiency.”
Impact of the Grants
These grants are expected to make a significant impact in the Miami Valley by:
- Expanding access to permanent supportive housing for individuals and families in need.
- Providing transitional housing to those facing housing instability.
- Enhancing local housing initiatives through funding for nonprofit organizations and community partnerships.
With homelessness and housing insecurity continuing to be pressing concerns, the allocated funds will play a crucial role in ensuring more residents have a safe place to call home.
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