Statewide grant opportunity HDF has secured and continues to pursue multi-million-dollar grants from state and federal sources (including a $6M state grant and a $1.1M CDFI Fund grant), indicating a strong track record and readiness to leverage public funding for affordable housing development and homeownership programs.

Cross‑border footprint With operations and service areas spanning Connecticut and parts of New York (including Nassau, Suffolk, Rockland, Putnam, Westchester and NYC boroughs), HDF offers a scalable model for expansion, partnerships, and financing that can be replicated in neighboring markets.

Nonprofit financing expertise As a certified CDFI with housing counseling and lending capabilities and a substantial fund management portfolio, HDF can be positioned as a partner for lenders, developers, and community groups seeking affordable housing solutions and down payment assistance.

Strong funding trajectory HDF maintains over $120 million in funds under management and has a proven history of grants and program financing that supports pre-development through construction and closing-cost assistance, signaling resiliency and ongoing demand for their financing products.

Community impact focus The organization emphasizes delivering affordable housing as an investment in people and communities, aligning with ESG and impact-oriented funders and potential corporate partners looking to advance inclusive growth and neighborhood revitalization.