Erie FCU FHLBank First Front Door Program

Administered by: Erie Federal Credit Union / FHLBank Pittsburgh · Nonprofit · Grant

Funding status: Active

How much assistance

Up to $15,000 grant (First Front Door) or up to $20,000 grant (First Front Door Keys for first-generation buyers) (Grant)

FFD grant requires 5 years of owner-occupancy. Keys grant terms set by FHLBank Pittsburgh.

Eligibility

  • Income limits: At or below 80% AMI for FFD; at or below 120% AMI for FFD Keys. Must be first-time homebuyer.
  • First-time buyer required: Yes — Must not have owned a home previously. Keys requires first-generation and/or minority homebuyer status.
  • Geographic restrictions: Available through Erie Federal Credit Union for homes in the Erie area
  • Homebuyer education required: Yes

How to Apply for Erie FCU FHLBank First Front Door Program

Step 1: Contact Erie Federal Credit Union Mortgage Center. 2026 funding rounds: Keys opens April 7, FFD opens May 19. First-come, first-served while funds last.

Visit program website

Notes

Erie FCU participates in two FHLBank Pittsburgh grant programs. The standard First Front Door (FFD) provides up to $15,000 for first-time homebuyers at or below 80% AMI who contribute at least $1,500. The First Front Door Keys program provides up to $20,000 for first-generation and/or minority first-time homebuyers at or below 120% AMI who contribute at least $1,000.

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