Grant Applications Opening in the Future
First Time Homebuyer Program
Grant Administrators: NeighborWorks NEPA, www.nwnepa.org
Total Funding Available: $350,000
Individual Grant Awards: Up to $20,000
To apply: Contact NeighborWorks at www.nwnepa.org
Deadline: Applications accepted on an ongoing basis through Dec. 31, 2023
Download First-Time Homebuyer and Home Rehabilitation Guidance (PDF)
This program will assist median-income households interested in purchasing a home in Scranton by providing assistance funds for down payments and closing costs. These programs are for both Impacted and Disproportionately Impacted households within the City of Scranton.
To be eligible, applicants in the First-Time Homebuyer program:
- Must complete NeighborWorks’ homeownership program including:
- Homeowner Education
- Financial Education Workshops
- Financial Empowerment Sessions
- Must meet 80% or less of the Area Median Income (AMI)
- Must follow additional existing rules set by NeighborWorks that follow guidance from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
- Must be up-to-date on all taxes and trash fees
Home Rehabilitation Program
Grant Administrators: Neighborworks NEPA, www.nwnepa.org; Agency for Community Empowerment, www.acenepa.org
Total Funding Available: $800,000
Individual Grant Awards: Up to $20,000
To apply: Contact NeighborWorks at www.nwnepa.org or ACE at www.acenepa.org
Deadline: Applications accepted on an ongoing basis through Dec. 31, 2023
Download First-Time Homebuyer and Home Rehabilitation Guidance (PDF)
This program will help homeowners pursue important projects for the weatherization of their home. Eligible weatherization activities help result in energy savings, reduced utility bills, and may help keep homes safe. Projects include but are not limited to housing insulation; updates to heating, cooling, and ventilation systems; and updating lighting and appliances.
Additionally, home repair activities may include deferred major repairs. These may include repairs to the home’s exterior to address unsafe conditions or to repairs including plumbing.
Eligible applicants must meet the requirements of partners’ existing programs, including:
- NeighborWorks Aging-In-Place Program
- Must be age 60 or older
- Must own their own home
- Must have valid and up-to-date homeowners’ insurance
- Must be at or below 80% AMI
- ACE’s Weatherization Program
- Must be at or below 200% of federal poverty guidelines
- Must contact ACE’s office for income and eligibility check
- Must meet with ACE auditor for home inspection and energy education
First-Time Homebuyer and Home Rehabilitation Grant FAQs
The homeowner grant is contingent upon the applicant being able to qualify for a quality mortgage. A quality mortgage does have a credit score component. The NeighborWorks homeowner/homebuyer program offers a free credit repair program as part of the homeowner education program.
Yes, hard copies for the aging in place applications can be picked up directly from the Neighborworks office located at 815 Smith Street, Scranton PA. Application assistance is available if notified ahead of time.
Yes, she does qualify if she is not a renter. See the grant guidelines for a list of eligible activities.
Last modified: March 22, 2024
