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Urge Congress to invest in homeownership in FY2026!

Congress has just returned from August recess and is now in the process of determining the budget for fiscal year 2026, which includes funding for affordable homeownership programs. This is expected to be a tough appropriations cycle, and some proposals that have been advanced include drastic cuts to critical programs and services that our communities rely on. Now is the time to urge Congressional members to reject these cuts in order to invest in housing and avoid a government shutdown.

Can you take a minute to contact your Representatives to protect and expand investments into affordable homeownership?

Specifically, we are asking Representatives to support robust funding in fiscal year 2026 for critical housing programs that support homeownership:

HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME)
Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG)
AmeriCorps Program
The Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) Fund

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Minnesota Congressional senators and house reps

Subject: Prioritize Homeownership in FY2026

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As your constituent and a supporter of Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity, I urge you to prioritize investments into affordable homeownership in the FY26 appropriations process and reject proposed cuts to federal housing programs. The protection of these programs is essential to ensuring families across Minnesota can thrive, especially in the midst of an affordable housing shortage. Safe, decent and affordable homes provide the foundation for success in nearly every aspect of our lives. Homes are essential for the health and wellbeing of families across the board, with profound impacts on educational outcomes for children, physical health, financial stability, and the ability to age with dignity. The US is facing a record shortage of starter homes, making the dream of homeownership out of reach for many, and housing in general is becoming an increasingly unstable burden on the budgets of hard-working families. In Minnesota, more than 1 in 4 people pay more than they can afford for housing. We need federal investments to address the shortage of supply and keep up with the needs of our communities, and this is an opportunity to do so. To accomplish this goal, I strongly encourage you to: - Fund The HOME Investment Partnerships Program at no less than $1.5 billion, and provide robust funding for the Community Development Block Grant Program - Fund the Community Development Financial Institution Fund at no less than $324 million - Fund The AmeriCorps Program at no less than $1.262 billion These programs have a proven track record of successfully helping Habitat affiliates and peer organizations with critical gap funding and support needed for the production and preservation of affordable homeownership. Thank you for your support and partnership in ensuring everyone has a chance to unlock homeownership.

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