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Okolona Mississippi Gets $100,000 for Home Repair Grants
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Okolona Mississippi Gets $100,000 for Home Repair Grants

Claudine Villamil
February 7, 2026

Okolona Mississippi Gets $100,000 for Home Repair Grants

Okolona homeowners can now get help fixing their homes. Navigate Affordable Housing Partners gave $100,000 to the North Mississippi Housing Development Corporation.

What Is The Critical Repair Program?

The grant money will fund a critical repair program. This helps homeowners fix problems that threaten their home.

What Repairs Are Covered?

Critical repairs include:

  • Windows
  • Roofs
  • Doors
  • Flooring
  • Anything that keeps your house stable

Who Can Apply?

Grants are only for:

  • Owner-occupied homeowners
  • Those who meet income eligibility requirements
  • People who need critical home repairs

Why This Helps The Community

Board members say fixing homes helps everyone. Most grant recipients are elderly people on fixed incomes. They cannot afford expensive repairs on their own.

When homes improve, property values go up. Better homes make the entire neighborhood stronger.

Beyond Just Repairs

The program does more than fix houses. It frees up money for other things. Homeowners can focus on:

  • Education
  • Community building
  • Other creative projects

When Will Work Start?

Contractors could begin working as early as February or March 2026. The application process is open now.

Bonus: Free Land for Affordable Housing

The city donated three lots for affordable housing. This shows Okolona commitment to helping residents.

How To Apply

Call the Okolona Housing Authority at (662) 447-5473 to get more information and apply.

More Opportunities Coming

This grant opens doors for other funding. The program can access additional grants through USDA and other sources.

Need home repairs in Mississippi? Find out what grants are available in your area.

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