$20 million in “HOPP” grants announced as part of ongoing program to help New Yorkers avoid foreclos
$20 million in “HOPP” grants announced as part of ongoing program to help New Yorkers avoid foreclosure
NEW YORK –A 20 million in grants to fund housing counseling and legal services for homeowners across the state was announced on Wednesday. The award money represents the second round of a three-year, $60 million commitment made by the Attorney General’s Office to aid struggling homeowners in New York who are fighting to avoid foreclosure and remain in their homes. Throughout New York State, 34 legal services organizations and 54 housing counseling agencies will receive funds to provide free foreclosure prevention services.
The program also includes funding for two anchor partners – the Center for New York City Neighborhoods and the Empire Justice Center – that assist the Office of the Attorney General with program management, provide grantees with technical assistance and administer a robust training curriculum.
“Foreclosures are painful to any family and any community that experiences them, but we now have a proven program that is putting homeowners first and getting neighborhoods throughout the state back on track,” said Attorney General Eric Schneiderman. “My office will bring every resource to bear to help struggling families navigate out of a foreclosure crisis. With the help of our friends at the Center for New York City Neighborhoods and the Empire Justice Center, New York families will continue to have access to the resources they need, helping to ensure they have a place to call home.”
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