Francis Homes shelter development in early construction stages

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Community Action Homes partners with local municipalities to improve the quality of the affordable housing stock in the Lehigh Valley through a comprehensive housing revitalization strategy. This strategy includes the following tools: the acquisition of houses, rehabilitation of those houses for resale to eligible buyers, rehab of owner-occupied homes, and façade improvements. Our Housing Counseling program, Lehigh Valley Community Land Trust subsidiary, and Weatherization program are all part of Community Action Homes.

For general information, please call 610-849-7802.

For information on the Whole Home Repair Program, please call 484-821-2203.

Apply for low income Home Heating and Energy Assistance

The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps families living on low incomes pay their heating bills in the form of a cash grant. Households in immediate danger of being without heat can also qualify for crisis grants. The cash grant is a one-time payment sent directly to the utility company/fuel provider to be credited on your bill. These grants range from $200 to $1,000 based on household size, income, and fuel type.
Remember: This is a grant and does not have to be repaid.

Call for more information:

Northampton County: 610-250-1785

Lehigh County: 610-821-6509

State: 866-410-2093

Learn More About LIHEAP

Requests for proposals for residential construction

Community Action Lehigh Valley (CALV) is currently accepting Proposals from qualified contractors for the construction/renovation of a single family residence located at 136 S 8th St., Allentown, PA. Proposals will be accepted through 3pm EST on Monday, February 10, 2025.

To receive a plan set and RFP, please contact Peter Lewnes, Senior Project Manager CALV (plewnes@caclv.org) 201-320-7787 for all inquiries.

CALV is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals and firms in all procurement and contracting matters, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry or place of birth, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Due to exceedingly high demand, Community Action is not currently taking new applications for our home repair programs as we serve our existing customers. Please check our website for updates on when applications will reopen. If you would like to advocate for continued funding for home repair programs throughout the state, please contact Make the Road PA or Pennsylvania Stands Up.

Thank you for your understanding.