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Funding status: Active
How much assistance
$25,000 to $35,000 (49% max for down payment and closing costs; 51% minimum for home repairs)
Must occupy the home as principal residence for the duration of the grant.
Eligibility
- Income limits: Household income cannot exceed 112% of the HUD Low Income Limit, adjusted for family size
- First-time buyer required: Yes — Must meet the official HUD definition of a first-time homebuyer.
- Geographic restrictions: Must purchase in Westchester, Nassau, Suffolk, or Dutchess County.
- Homebuyer education required: Yes
How to Apply for CHI First Time Homebuyer Grant Program
Attend CHI's free Grant Orientation, complete a HUD-approved homebuyer education course, get pre-approved through a CHI participating lender, and contribute at least 3% of the purchase price from personal funds. Contact CHI at intake@communityhousing.org or call 845-330-3948 ext. 3004.