Home Repair Opportunity (HeRO) Program
Forecasted
The HeRO Program by MHDC funds nonprofits to repair and rehabilitate owner-occupied homes for low- and moderate-income families in rural Missouri.
Funder: Missouri Housing Development Commission (MHDC)
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $2,500,000 total funding available; typical awards $200,000–$1,000,000 per agency; project period generally one year.
Summary: Supports nonprofit and community agencies in Missouri to repair and rehabilitate owner-occupied homes for low- and moderate-income families in non-metropolitan areas.
Description
The Home Repair Opportunity (HeRO) Program, administered by the Missouri Housing Development Commission (MHDC), provides funding to support the rehabilitation and repair of owner-occupied homes across Missouri. The program aims to preserve affordable housing and improve the safety, accessibility, and long-term viability of homes for low- and moderate-income families. Funding is distributed to eligible community action agencies and nonprofit organizations, which then deliver essential repair services to qualifying homeowners in non-metropolitan areas of Missouri.
