Name: Mary Lawler
Occupation: Avenue CDC Executive Director
What role does Avenue CDC play in the home application process?
To put it simply, Avenue CDC administers the down payment assistance program for family’s who are interested in applying for grants. The head of household can go online and submit an application to Avenue CDC where our staff will then review their income information. If the applicant qualifies for the grant we will process the funds for their home purchase, but they must have a contract on a home before we will process their application.
Why has the Neighborhood Lift Program become such a vital part in Avenue CDC communities?
The Neighborhood Lift program is really important to our community because there are so many working families who really want to buy their own home[s], but lack the financial stability. With this program this down payment assistance of fifteen thousand dollars will allow working families the opportunity to manifest their dreams of homeownership.
If potential homeowners cannot attend the May 11 and 12 event at George R. Brown Convention Center, what are other options in terms of taking advantage of this program?
If someone is unable to make the event they should call our office to make sure that funds are available and begin the application process. Funds from applicants who signed up for the program, but did not qualify will be released soon after the event. This will allow new participants who did not attend the event to submit their application for income review.
For more information please visit: www.neighborhoodlift.com
