Illinois Housing Development Authority
ilhousing.bsky.social
Illinois Housing Development Authority
@ilhousing.bsky.social
As the year winds down, it’s the perfect time to plan for what’s next. From housing counseling to down payment assistance, IHDA has resources to help you move toward stability or #homeownership—no matter where you’re starting.

Learn more at IHDA.org.
December 26, 2025 at 2:01 PM
The IHDA offices will be closed Thursday, December 25 and Friday, December 26 in observance of Christmas.

May your holiday season be filled with joy and peace.

December 24, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Do more than #intern—make an impact.

Join IHDA’s 2026 Summer Internship Program to gain experience, grow professionally, and help create affordable housing across Illinois. Apply by 1/30 at https://www.ihda.org/about-ihda/internships/.

#Internship #SummerInternship #HousingMatters
December 23, 2025 at 4:55 PM
IHDA is seeking housing & social service providers to help individuals exiting IL Dept. of Corrections access affordable housing. Create rental unit pools + provide case management. Apply: https://www.ihda.org/rental-housing-main/rhsrp/

#AffordableHousing #Reentry #SocialServices
December 22, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Home is at the heart of the #holidays—make safety part of the celebration! Simple checks can help protect your home during cooking, lights & gatherings. Get tips from IL Fire Marshal: https://ow.ly/54jw50XMMx9

Wishing you a happy & safe season from #IHDA #holidaysafety
December 19, 2025 at 9:45 PM
Many Illinois homes are 50+ years old. IHDA’s HRAP offers up to $50K for repairs and accessibility upgrades. Read more: https://www.ihda.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2025.10.30_HRAP-R2-Announcement_FINAL.pdf

#IHDA #HRAP #IllinoisHomes #HousingSupport #CommunityStability
December 17, 2025 at 7:00 PM
From Dec 1–Mar 31, the Winter Disconnection Rule limits shutoffs for eligible homes using gas/electric heat.

Behind on bills? Utilities must offer payment plans + share aid like LIHEAP. Learn more: icc.illinois.gov or call 1-800-524-0795.

#WinterReminder #UtilityHelp
December 16, 2025 at 8:58 PM
IHDA Executive Director Kristin Faust joined the #WoodstockInstitute #HMDA at 50 event, highlighting how transparency in lending remains vital to advancing fair housing, racial equity, and closing the wealth gap. #HMDA50 #FairLending
December 12, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Every career has a first chapter. Sarah's summer #internship at #IHDA gave her hands-on projects, a field visit that made everything click, & the foundation for her role in Community Development at the City of Champaign, IL.

Let your internship story start at IHDA. Apply at ihda.org by January 30.
December 10, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Illinois is growing its supportive housing leadership. Developers & partners: learn how to join the 2026 Supportive Housing Institute.
Info session TODAY @ 10AM

🔗 https://www.ihda.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025.11.24_SHI-Round-V-Announcement_FINAL.pdf
#SupportiveHousing #AffordableHousing
December 9, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Final day to apply 🚨

Today is your last chance to apply for Next Gen—the IHDA and LISC program provides training, technical assistance, and support to help emerging developers succeed in LIHTC-based affordable housing. https://ow.ly/Feso50XFR7A #AffordableHousing #LIHTC
December 8, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Grace Terrace is breaking ground! This 25-unit supportive housing development in #ArlingtonHeights will serve veterans & people with disabilities. Thanks to Full Circle Communities, the Housing Task Force, IHDA & local leaders for turning vision into reality. #HousingMatters #AffordableHousing
December 5, 2025 at 11:23 PM
Applications are open for IHDA’s 2026 #SummerInternship Program!

This full-time, paid, 10-week hybrid internship offers hands-on experience in #affordablehousing

Apply by Jan 30: https://ow.ly/yRvO50XANIs

#IHDA #InternshipOpportunity
December 2, 2025 at 6:03 PM
⭐Big milestone today at the former Cabrini Green site — we broke ground on Hobbie at Parkside! 🏗️ With
@mayorofchicago.bsky.social , Chicago Housing Authority, and Holsten Real Estate, we’re investing in housing that transforms lives. Grateful to residents, the LAC & all who made this possible. 💙
May 9, 2025 at 8:49 PM
🎉 Looking to buy a home or learn more about homeownership resources? Come talk with staff from IHDA at the Three Rivers Association of REALTORS 2nd Annual Home Expo this Saturday, April 26 in Joliet.

🔗 Learn more at: www.threerivershomeexpo.com
April 22, 2025 at 9:46 PM
IHDA was proud to join local leaders and others to cut the ribbon at the New Broadview in downtown East St. Louis on March 28. After sitting vacant for nearly 20 years, the former hotel and national landmark now offers 110 units of affordable housing for residents 55 and older!
March 31, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Last week, IHDA traveled to Washington to advocate for expanding and strengthen the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit. Thank you to the members and their staff for allowing for us the opportunity to speak to how important it is to increase access to housing in Illinois. #HFAsOnTheHill #LIHTC
March 17, 2025 at 6:39 PM
🚨Calling all affordable housing developers, advocates, and other stakeholders! As IHDA initiates the process of updating the QAP, we created a survey to begin to gather valuable data that will help us make informed decisions to improve LIHTC in Illinois. Access the survey at ow.ly/HGLP50VbpQv
March 5, 2025 at 11:53 PM
🚧 Groundbreaking Alert! Today marks the start of Deerfield Supportive Living: 147 affordable supportive housing units for seniors & those with disabilities. IHDA provided Low-Income Housing Tax Credits and Illinois Donation Tax Credits to help make the development financially feasible.
January 16, 2025 at 11:23 PM
⏳ Time is running out! Development teams, apply NOW for the 2025 Supportive Housing Institute! 🏡✨ Don't miss your chance—applications close Jan 22, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. CST. www.csh.org/2024/11/2025...
January 15, 2025 at 5:54 PM
IHDA is hiring interns passionate about affordable housing! 🌟 Dive into paid opportunities, gain hands-on experience, and network with leaders. Apply now: www.ihda.org/about-ihda/i...

#AffordableHousing #HousingInternships #ChicagoInternships
January 14, 2025 at 11:31 PM