Missouri Housing Trust Fund (MHTF) Program
Forecasted
The Missouri Housing Trust Fund (MHTF) Program by MHDC funds research-based projects to prevent homelessness and expand affordable housing for low-income Missourians.
Funder: Missouri Housing Development Commission (MHDC)
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Estimated $2.8M total available; up to $150,000 per grant type, max $300,000 per application per region; 1-year projects
Summary: Supports organizations addressing critical housing needs, homelessness prevention, and affordable housing for low-income Missourians.
Key Information: 30% of funds reserved for nonprofits; funds not awarded to individuals; regional and grant-type caps apply.
Description
The Missouri Housing Trust Fund (MHTF) Program, administered by the Missouri Housing Development Commission (MHDC), provides competitive grants to organizations working to prevent homelessness, promote affordable housing, and deliver essential housing-related services across Missouri. Funding priorities are set annually to address the most urgent housing challenges, with a focus on serving very low-income individuals and families. The program fosters partnerships and supports a range of project types, from emergency assistance and case management to home repairs and new construction.
