The Serve and Stay Fredericksburg Fund
The Serve and Stay Fredericksburg Fund supports essential city employees with targeted housing assistance to boost workforce retention and strengthen Fredericksburg’s community institutions.
Funder: Community Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (Applications reviewed as received)
Funding Amounts: Up to $6,500 for home purchase assistance or up to $4,500 for rental assistance per eligible applicant.
Summary: Provides targeted housing assistance to essential employees of Fredericksburg to support workforce recruitment and retention.
Key Information: Applicants must work for the City of Fredericksburg or Fredericksburg City Public Schools and intend to reside in ZIP Code 22401.
Description
The Serve and Stay Fredericksburg Fund is designed to strengthen Fredericksburg’s workforce by supporting essential community-serving professionals—such as teachers, first responders, and municipal employees—through targeted housing assistance. The program aims to help these employees establish roots in the city, addressing the challenge of rising housing costs and supporting workforce recruitment and retention. Assistance is specifically intended for those purchasing or leasing a primary residence within Fredericksburg (ZIP Code 22401), with a focus on reinforcing the institutions that drive the city's economic vitality.
