Tag: HANDS City of Fort Wayne Office of Housing and Neighborhood Services
City announces nearly $540,000 in grants to nonprofit programs
Today, Fort Wayne Mayor Tom Henry announced that the City of Fort Wayne will invest federal dollars in 19 local nonprofit programs.
City to develop Homelessness Strategic Plan
The City of Fort Wayne has contracted with a consulting firm to evaluate the state of homelessness and develop a strategic plan to address it.
Rent and Utility Assistance Program opens Monday – 3/8/2021
Today, the City of Fort Wayne’s Community Development Division announced that a new Emergency Rental Assistance program has been established.
Non-profits receive $398,000 for COVID-19 relief
Today, the City of Fort Wayne announced that $398,000 would be distributed to seven non-profit organizations to prevent, prepare for, and respond to COVID-19.
Additional assistance for the homeless available
A new partnership formed by several local organizations and the City of Fort Wayne will provide additional assistance for homeless individuals and families.
Small Businesses Emergency Assistance available
Fort Wayne Mayor Tom Henry announced today that the City of Fort Wayne is working with Brightpoint to help local small businesses survive and thrive during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Johnnie Mae Farm: Free gardening class
Johnnie Mae Farm offering a free online gardening class on Thursday.
Resources for those in need during COVID-19
Organizations working with the most vulnerable populations in the community today highlighted resources that are available to those in need during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Community Development schedule updates
Due to the closing of Citizens Square to the public and efforts to limit person-to-person interactions, the City of Fort Wayne’s Community Development Division is taking the following steps.
2020 Fair Housing Summit registration
Registration is now open for the free 2020 Fair Housing Summit: Exposing Housing Discrimination.