Rural Professional Housing Grant Program (RPH)
The Rural Professional Housing Grant Program (RPH) funds rental housing development for teachers, healthcare, and public safety professionals in rural Alaska, led by Alaska Housing Finance Corporation.
Funder: Alaska Housing Finance Corporation
Due Dates: August 14, 2026 (registration form) | November 6, 2026 (full application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $4,200,000 total available for SFY 2027; typical maximum award per project is $700,000; minimum 15% match required.
Summary: Competitive annual grants for the development, rehabilitation, or acquisition of rental housing for teachers, health professionals, and public safety personnel in rural Alaska communities.
Key Information: Registration by August 14, 2026 and attendance at mandatory applicant training are required to submit a full application.
Description
The Rural Professional Housing Grant Program (RPH) provides competitive funding to support the development of rental housing for rural professionals—specifically teachers, healthcare providers, and public safety personnel—in Alaska's small communities. The program addresses critical recruitment and retention challenges in remote areas by funding new construction, rehabilitation, or acquisition of rental units. Eligible applicants include school districts, local governments, tribal entities, regional health corporations, housing authorities, and nonprofits. Projects must be located in a qualifying "small community" and are intended to provide safe, affordable, and sustainable housing for essential workers and their families.
