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Individuals, families, and youth experiencing unsheltered homelessness are at a higher risk of developing a disabling condition and falling into chronic homelessness than sheltered residents. With housing pressures continuing to escalate in New Hampshire (NH), it’s crucial for professionals and community members to stay informed...

The State of New Hampshire will be soliciting public comments through September 30, 2024 regarding an application for Pathways to Removing Obstacles Housing (PRO Housing) funding through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Organizations leading the application include the New Hampshire Department...

CDFA is excited to have a focused role in supporting the initiatives being advanced by the $44 million investment in ReGen Valley recently announced by the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration. ReGen Valley is one of 12 designated Tech Hubs across the United...

As the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness (USICH) for the State of New Hampshire, the NH Council on Housing Stability (NH CHS) is seeking a consultant to develop its 2025-2028 strategic plan and explore how best to structure and sustain the Council on Housing Stability’s...

Funded Projects Underscore New Hampshire’s Significant Need for Affordable Housing, Child Care and Revitalization Efforts to Drive Economic Development (Concord, N.H.) – The New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA) announced today it has awarded $6.6 million in tax credits to projects throughout New Hampshire....

Funds to Support Meaningful Community-Based Projects Across the State   CONCORD, N.H. – The New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA) announced today that it had awarded $8.5 million in Community Center Investment Program resources to New Hampshire nonprofits and municipalities advancing community-based projects. These...

CDFA is launching a significant project aimed at enhancing our understanding and improving the support we offer to New Hampshire’s communities. In our mission to maximize the impact of community and economic development, as well as clean energy initiatives across New Hampshire, we understand the...

Governor Christopher Sununu has recognized April as Community Development Month in New Hampshire. The proclamation underscores the significant impact of federal Community Development Block Grant resources within communities across New Hampshire. This year marks the fiftieth anniversary of the Community Development Block Grant Program. CDFA has...

More than $200 Million in Community Development Block Grant Resources Invested in New Hampshire Since 2003 The New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority is celebrating its commitment to building strong communities in recognition of April as National Community Development Month and the fiftieth anniversary of...

The Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA) will be accepting applications from organizations interested in advancing the goals of the  Statewide Family-Based Child Care Pilot Program.  The pilot program is focused on supporting family-based child care providers to increase equitable access to quality, affordable child care...

CDFA is seeking proposals from qualified consultants or firms to complete an assessment of the experiences of partners who seek resources and support from CDFA for community economic development activities.  The full RFP can be found here. CDFA invites proposals from interested consultants or firms...

The New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority will host a series of online webinars for organizations interested in applying for the Tax Credit and/or Community Economic Development Capacity Building Programs in 2024 or learning more. The Tax Credit & Community Economic Development Capacity Building Program Overview Webinar will be held...

The Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA) will be accepting applications for all its programs for the 2024 calendar year on the below listed dates. All applications must be received by CDFA through its online grants management system (https://nhcdfagrants.org) by 4:00 PM for each deadline. Visit CDFA’s...

The Community Development Finance Authority has published a Request for Proposals (RFP) from qualified Federal Compliance consultants or professionals to create an implementation and compliance guide for projects funded through the federal American Rescue Plan Act. Consultants should demonstrate knowledge of federal and state regulations,...

The Community Development Finance Authority has published several Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for firms or consultants experienced within the child care sector, specifically with knowledge of the unique needs of family-based child care providers and the families they serve, to support the Statewide Family-Based Child...

Easterseals NH recently held a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate this important milestone in the development of Champlin Place, a 65-unit affordable housing community in Rochester for individuals 62 years of age or older. The Champlin Place community will provide critical supportive housing for older adults...

Waypoint recently unveiled its new Rochester Youth Resource Center on October 24. The new facility will connect youth to services at a critical point in their lives, which can make all the difference in their future, and fills a significant gap in New Hampshire’s safety...

Concord, NH – March 10, 2020 – The New Hampshire CDFA is pleased to announce that it has hired Jacqueline Matthews as its new Data Capacity Manager. Jacqueline will be responsible for the CDFA’s data systems. Her work will be critical to track community needs...

Concord, NH – March 12, 2020 – Kirsten Scobie, formally with Tillotson Funds of the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation and now an independent consultant to help the CDFA with its work with non-profit agencies. Kirsten will serve as a Reviewing Fellow and help the CDFA...

For immediate release March 19, 2020 Contact: Shelley Hadfield, Director of Housing and Community Development Shadfield@nhcdfa.org (Concord, NH) – The New Hampshire Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA) received information that the Fiscal Year 2020 final spending bill which Congress passed in December 2019 includes $25...