Affordable Housing Trust for Columbus and Franklin County
Non-profit OrganizationsOhio, United States2-10 Employees
The Affordable Housing Trust for Columbus and Franklin County (AHT) is a small, independent non-profit lender based in Columbus, Ohio. Founded in 2001, it collaborates with private, non-profit, and public sectors to develop affordable housing opportunities within the city and surrounding county, and it achieved Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) certification in 2016. AHT provides loans for multifamily rental developments by combining private and public funding sources to support activities such as new construction, acquisition, rehabilitation, and permanent financing that are not readily available through traditional lenders. Its mission focuses on creating and preserving affordable housing, strengthening neighborhoods, and supporting working households, seniors, and special needs populations. In recent news, the organization announced a leadership transition with the departure of its president and CEO in 2024, followed by the appointment of a new leadership team. AHT operates within the non-profit sector and serves as a financial facilitator aimed at expanding affordable housing within its geographic area. }