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Discover the latest news and highlights from the Polk County Housing Trust Fund.

United Way report highlights the wider financial struggles facing 1 in 3 Iowa households

According to United Way, 36% of Iowa households lack the income to afford a basic survival budget.

Alyssa Adcock named 2023 student design challenge winner

In its 10th year, the Can I Be Your Neighbor Student Design Challenge, presented by ASK Studio, invites area high school students to...

Here's the data on Central Iowa's racial and ethnic homeownership gaps

Race and ethnic disparities remain a prevalent factor in Central Iowa.

PCHTF announces next $893,750 in American Rescue Plan Act Funds for affordable housing

We are announcing 2 projects that will receive a combined $893,750 from American Rescue Plan Act funds allocated to us by Polk County.

Toby O'Berry to serve as next executive director of the Polk County Housing Trust Fund

Toby O’Berry has been selected to lead the Polk County Housing Trust Fund as its new Executive Director.

New research highlights continued need for housing progress

Let's talk about one way the Polk County Housing Trust Fund estimates the region's need for affordable housing.

Celebrate Fair Housing Month with history

We're joining others to celebrate April as Fair Housing Month.

Better housing = better lives and communities

Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity has over 35 years of experience addressing the lack of decent and affordable housing for qualified l