Northampton County Awards $400K in Affordable Housing Program Grants

Overview

Northampton County, Pennsylvania, has awarded $400,000 in 2025 Affordable Housing Program (AHP) grants to local organizations working to expand safe, stable housing for residents. County Executive Lamont G. McClure announced the recipients before his term concluded on January 5, 2026, calling the awards a critical investment in residents most in need of housing support.

Who Qualifies

The Affordable Housing Program is designed to fund projects that maintain or increase housing availability for Northampton County residents whose annual incomes fall below 80% of the area median household income. Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations, public agencies, local governments, and private low-income housing providers. Income thresholds are based on HUD's Section 8 income limits.

How the Funds Will Be Used

The 2025 grants will support a range of housing-related initiatives across the county, including:

• Transitional housing for veterans
• Emergency shelter operations
• Facility upgrades for existing shelters and housing providers
• Case management and counseling services
• Rent and utility assistance for residents facing housing instability
• Multigenerational housing projects

Featured Recipients

Among the announced awardees:

• Community Action Development Bethlehem received $45,000 for the South Bethlehem Western Gateway Revitalization Project.
• Redevelopment Authority of Easton received $45,000 for its Multigenerational Home project at 28 S. Locust St.

Additional recipients and project details are included in materials accompanying the county's official announcement.

Official Statement

"These grants are a critical investment in our residents who are most in need of safe, stable, and affordable housing," said County Executive Lamont G. McClure.

How to Apply in Future Cycles

Northampton County opens Affordable Housing Program grant applications on a periodic basis, with eligible entities typically able to apply for up to $50,000 per project. Interested organizations should monitor announcements from the Northampton County government for application windows and guidance on eligible projects, required documentation, and income-verification standards.