The Homes for Heroes Foundation presented a $5,000 grant to the Colorado Nurses Foundation in December, 2021. The Colorado Nurses Foundation commits to advancing the nursing profession through education, advocacy, and recognition. This includes providing scholarships and grants to make education more accessible to future nurses. Read More
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Homes for Heroes Foundation Surpasses $1 Million in Grants
Since 2015, Homes for Heroes Foundation has been providing assistance to heroes in the community. What began as critical housing assistance on an individual basis has evolved to monthly $5,000 to $10,000 grants from the Foundation to nonprofits across the country. As the needs of heroes grew, so did the need to increase the grants. The Homes for Heroes Foundation is proud to announce that they surpassed $1 million in grants in December, 2021.
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Homes for Heroes Celebrates 50,000 Heroes Served
Homes for Heroes started in the aftermath of the tragedies of September 11, 2001 with the goal to serve every hero in the nation with their housing needs. On the eve of our 20th anniversary, we have hit an impressive milestone towards that goal. In October 2021, we have hit the 50,000 heroes served mark. Read More “Homes for Heroes Celebrates 50,000 Heroes Served”
Homes for Heroes Celebrates 20 Years of Service With Purpose
Homes for Heroes mission has always been to Thank Every Hero in the Nation. After the tragedy of 9/11, Founder and CEO Ruth Johnson wanted a way to give back to our nation’s heroes for all they do for our community and country. So, Ruth sold her brokerage and started Homes for Heroes. Read More “Homes for Heroes Celebrates 20 Years of Service With Purpose”
Homes for Heroes Foundation Partners with Tunnel to Towers to Honor Fallen Firefighter
Firefighter and paramedic Jason Cortez passed away on October 7, 2020 while conducting a training exercise with the San Francisco Fire Department. Jason had spent the last 13 years serving his community. The Homes for Heroes Foundation and Tunnel to Towers wanted to honor his service through his family. Read More “Homes for Heroes Foundation Partners with Tunnel to Towers to Honor Fallen Firefighter”
Million Dollar Teacher Project is Latest Recipient of Foundation Grant
As part of their Circle of Giving, the Homes for Heroes Foundation has awarded a $10,000 grant to the Million Dollar Teacher Project operating in Arizona.
The Million Dollar Teacher Project was founded five years ago by Executive Director Lloyd Hopkins. Hopkins has spent 18 years in education, from working with youth offenders, after school recreation programs, and drop out prevention. Read More “Million Dollar Teacher Project is Latest Recipient of Foundation Grant”
Open House: Guide to Homeowners Associations
You might have heard of a homeowners association from a relative, coworker or friend. And your experience with a homeowners association is probably highly negative or highly positive, depending on your acquaintance’s experience. So, what exactly is this polarizing component of different communities? In this Open House, we’ll dive deep into what a homeowners association is and if they’re the right fit for you. Read More “Open House: Guide to Homeowners Associations”
15 Questions to Ask a Real Estate Agent When Buying and Selling
The difference between the right questions to ask a real estate agent and the wrong questions, can make all the difference in your outcome – whether buying or selling a home. Ideally you are going to be working very closely with this individual throughout the buying or selling process, so good communication will be one of the primary characteristics you will want to foster early in the relationship. One of the best ways to open up the communication channels is to ask them questions, answer their questions and keep everything as clear as possible. Read on for tips about things to discuss with your agent.
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USDA Home Loans for Teachers | Save with Homes for Heroes
USDA home loans for teachers can give you an alternative way to afford a home in the rural community where you teach, or outside the city where you spend your week days. Teachers are notorious for finding different ways to accomplish a goal – you do it in the classroom everyday – so these loans may appeal to you. If living in the city doesn’t appeal to you, the USDA loan guarantee program could put you in a beautiful rural setting, outside the hustle and bustle of the city, or within the rural community where you teach.
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Home Loans for Law Enforcement | Which Mortgage Option is Right for You?
There are home loans for law enforcement that are a great option to purchase a new home. Police officers have an extremely difficult job serving their communities. So, when it comes to buying a house, thankfully there are a number of great home loan options for law enforcement, as well as down payment assistance programs. Let’s take a look at some of the most common types of home loans for law enforcement to buy a house, and how Homes for Heroes can help save you some money.
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