The State Housing Needs Assessment survey, conducted by Refugee Housing Solutions, captures critical insights into the housing challenges faced by ORR-eligible populations in 26 states. With key data on housing affordability, service gaps, and barriers to stable housing, this report highlights areas where targeted solutions are needed most. The findings will inform ongoing efforts to…
To help address at least one obstacle that refugees and other newcomers face when looking for safe, affordable housing in the U.S., HIAS created a Housing Guarantee Fund in May 2022. The fund succeeds when HIAS affiliate agencies backstop newcomer leases financially by co-signing or otherwise guaranteeing them, so landlords do not hesitate to welcome…
La matriz de Elegibilidad de los Programas Federales de Vivienda para las Poblaciones de Recién Llegados es un recurso esencial diseñado para ayudar a los proveedores de servicios y a los recién llegados a navegar por las complejidades de la asistencia federal para la vivienda. Esta exhaustiva hoja de cálculo describe claramente qué poblaciones de…
The Federal Housing Program Eligibility for Newcomer Populations matrix is an essential resource designed to help service providers and newcomers navigate the complexities of federal housing assistance. This comprehensive spreadsheet clearly outlines which ORR-eligible newcomer populations qualify for various federal housing programs, providing detailed information on eligibility criteria. Additionally, the matrix includes direct links to…