Housing Trust Funds

The range and variety of housing trust funds at the state and local levels showcase public sector creativity in identifying sources of funds and designing targeted programs to meet local needs.

Thomas Jefferson Community Land Trust

Homeowners agree to give up some of the increased value of the home to make sustainable affordable housing in the area

Alexandria Housing Trust Fund

Purchases land then leases it to homeowners for a nominal fee

Receives revenues primarily from developer contributions and loan repayments of prior affordable housing loans

Housing Trust Fund (HTF)

Dedicates one penny of the real estate tax to preserve existing affordable housing

For every $1 of Housing Trust Fund money, $7 is leveraged from outside sources