Basic Needs.
Powerful Solutions.

The Polk County Housing Trust Fund is the comprehensive planning, advocacy and funding organization for Affordable Housing in Polk County Iowa.

Here We Grow

Building momentum for workforce housing through regional collaboration

Over 41,000 workers in our region can't afford to live on their own, even when they earn at the 90th percentile for their occupation. We're collaborating with others in the region to address the need for workforce housing solutions.

Redlining in Des Moines

Exploring consequences of housing discrimination in our community

Explore the history of redlining and systemic racism in housing with the Polk County Housing Trust Fund's new 5-part video series. Understanding the past allows us to make better decisions for the future.

Stable, Steady, Stong

Invest in a better community for all

Community members are investing to help families secure and maintain safe and affordable housing, and that makes a difference in the quality of life for everyone in our community.