FHLBank Pittsburgh First Front Door Program

Administered by: Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh (via Philadelphia Federal Credit Union) · Nonprofit · Grant

Funding status: Active

How much assistance

Up to $15,000 grant (Grant)

No repayment required.

Eligibility

  • Income limits: Household income at or below 120% of area median income at the time of registration.
  • First-time buyer required: Yes — Must be a minority or first-generation homebuyer.
  • Geographic restrictions: Available through participating lenders in the FHLBank Pittsburgh district, including Philadelphia Federal Credit Union.
  • Homebuyer education required: No

How to Apply for FHLBank Pittsburgh First Front Door Program

Step 1: Contact a Philadelphia Federal Credit Union (PFCU) Mortgage representative at 215-934-3505. Funding opens annually in limited rounds. The 2026 First Front Door funding round opens May 19, 2026. Applicants must contribute a minimum of $1,500.

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Notes

Funding is competitive and limited. Opens in annual rounds that fill quickly.

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