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Durbin: $98 Million in Recovery Act Funding Will Be Used to Put Chicagoans Back to Work and Mitigate Foreclosure Crisis
January 26, 2010 Posted by Illinois RealEstateRama
CHICAGO, IL - January 26, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) — U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) today announced that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has awarded the City of Chicago a Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) grant in the amount of $98,008,384 through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. These grants are competitively awarded to local governments and non-profit housing developers to spur economic development and create jobs in hard-hit communities
Shimkus Announces LIHEAP Funding; Calls on Obama to Release More Funds
January 14, 2010 Posted by Illinois RealEstateRama
Washington, DC - January 14, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) — Congressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-19) has co-signed a letter with 112 of his colleagues, both Republicans and Democrats, to President Obama asking that Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) contingency funds be released
Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs brings awareness to homeless Vets at Prince Home Open house to share information, resources for homeless veterans
November 16, 2009 Posted by Illinois RealEstateRama
MANTENO, IL - November 16, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — The Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs (IDVA) held an open house today at the Prince Home at Manteno to bring awareness to the resources the State of Illinois provides for homeless and disabled veterans. IDVA Director Dan Grant was joined by State Rep. Lisa Dugan (D-Kankakee) and State Sen. Toi Hutchinson (D-Chicago Heights) at the facility, which was the first in Illinois to provide permanent supportive housing for homeless veterans.
Governor Quinn Encourages Households to Apply for Home Heating Assistance
November 3, 2009 Posted by Illinois RealEstateRama
CHICAGO, IL - November 3, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Governor Pat Quinn today urged eligible Illinois households to apply for winter heating assistance through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). The state received $174.6 million in federal funds to assist low-income families for this winter season.
Governor Quinn Announces Availability of Recovery Funds for Low-Income Home Weatherization Efforts
October 15, 2009 Posted by HUD
CHICAGO, IL - October 15, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Governor Pat Quinn today announced that approximately $242 million in additional Illinois Home Weatherization Assistance Program (IHWAP) funding is available through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) to assist with low-income home weatherization efforts over the next two years.
Foster Announces More Than $2 Million for Kane County Housing Programs
September 25, 2009 Posted by Illinois RealEstateRama
Grants to Create Jobs and Expand Supply of Decent, Affordable Housing. Washington, DC - September 24, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Today, Rep. Bill Foster (IL-14) announced that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has awarded Kane County with two different grants, a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) worth $1,210,514 and a HOME program grant worth $805,428
Hare Announces $306,026 in Recovery Act Funds for Community Development Block Grants in Rock Island
September 23, 2009 Posted by Illinois RealEstateRama
September 23, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Congressman Phil Hare (D-IL) today announced that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has awarded the city of Rock Island $306,026 from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act though the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program.
Hare Announces Over $1 Million in Recovery Act Funds to Prevent Homelessness in Decatur, Springfield
September 23, 2009 Posted by Illinois RealEstateRama
September 23, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Congressman Phil Hare (D-IL) today announced that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has awarded Decatur $623,309 and Springfield $516,191 from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act through the new Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re-housing Program (HPRP).These grants offer communities a resource to provide short- and medium-term rental assistance and services to prevent individuals and families from becoming homeless or to quickly re-house those who are experiencing homelessness.
GRANITE CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY RECEIVES OVER $6 MILLION IN RECOVERY ACT FUNDS
September 21, 2009 Posted by Illinois RealEstateRama
Washington, DC - September 21, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — U.S. Congressman Jerry Costello (D-IL) announced that the Granite City Housing Authority has received a $6,052,223 grant as part of American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funding from the Department of Housing and Urban Development. The funds will be used to make energy efficiency improvements at Granite City Commons
Governor Quinn Announces Availability of Home Heating Assistance Grants Seniors, People with Disabilities Can Apply Early for LIHEAP
August 31, 2009 Posted by Illinois RealEstateRama
CHICAGO, IL - August 31, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Governor Pat Quinn today urged seniors and people with disabilities to take advantage of tomorrow’s early application date for winter heating assistance through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). “Seniors and individuals with disabilities are especially vulnerable to the cold weather,” said Governor Quinn. “I encourage people to apply for assistance through LIHEAP so that they can stay safe, warm and healthy this winter.
Quinn Administration Announces Guidelines for State Energy Grants Over $100 Million in Federal Recovery Funds Available to Boost State’s Energy Efforts, Grow Illinois Economy
August 21, 2009 Posted by Illinois RealEstateRama
SPRINGFIELD, IL - August 21, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — August 20, 2009. On behalf of Governor Pat Quinn, The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) today released guidelines for individuals and businesses interested in applying for state energy grants. Last week, Governor Quinn announced that the U.S. Department of Energy had approved Illinois’ State Energy Plan (SEP), which will make over $100 million in federal recovery funding available for grants in Illinois.
Foster Announces More Than $7 Million in HUD Grants
July 8, 2009 Posted by Illinois RealEstateRama
Washington, DC - July 8, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Today, Rep. Bill Foster (IL-14) announced that communities in the 14th District have been awarded $7,327,749 in grants from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. This funding was made possible by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, which Foster voted for.
Durbin Announces $28 Million in HUD Funding for Illinois Communities and Housing Agencies
July 7, 2009 Posted by Illinois RealEstateRama
WASHINGTON, D.C. - July 7, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) — Assistant Senate Majority Leader Dick Durbin (D-IL) today announced that Illinois communities and housing agencies will receive $28,377,761 in grant funding through four programs administered by Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
Governor Blagojevich reminds seniors and residents with disabilities about winter heating assistance grants
October 18, 2007 Posted by Illinois RealEstateRama
Priority households advised to apply now before extreme cold hits Illinois; To apply visit www.liheapillinois.com or call 1-877-411-WARM
CHICAGO – Governor Rod R. Blagojevich today reminded seniors and residents with disabilities that winter heating grants are available through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), and will be available to all income-eligible households November 1.
