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HomeNow Indy is a program working to connect individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Indianapolis, with rental assistance and services that will help them find housing and stay housed long-term. Created in response to the public health crisis caused by COVID-19, HomeNow Indy will address homelessness among individuals at highest risk for COVID-19. The program will utilize more than $7 million in CARES Act funding to house 500 households at high risk for COVID-19 by the end of 2021.
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The collaborative and strategic effort is being led by Merchants Affordable Housing Corp., in partnership with the City of Indianapolis, CHIP, and Glick Philanthropies and aligns with Indianapolis’ Five-Year Community Plan to End Homelessness. It reinforces our belief that everyone has a right to be housed and connected to care.
The program is designed to quickly house those experiencing homelessness using three key strategies: 1) housing, 2) rental assistance and 3) connections to services, including employment, to provide long-term solutions to homelessness.
Individuals targeted for this initiative may be residing in shelters (including the non-congregate shelters) or on the street, and they will be assessed for eligibility prior to entry.
If you are an individual experiencing homelessness and need assistance, go here for more information on accessing shelter and housing.
The program is designed to quickly house those experiencing homelessness using three key strategies: 1) housing, 2) rental assistance and 3) connections to services, including employment, to provide long-term solutions to homelessness.
Individuals targeted for this initiative may be residing in shelters (including the non-congregate shelters) or on the street, and they will be assessed for eligibility prior to entry.
If you are an individual experiencing homelessness and need assistance, go here for more information on accessing shelter and housing.
Landlords and Property Managers
As a part of the housing strategy for HomeNow Indy, we are launching a new landlord engagement platform and team. Landlords are an essential and necessary partner in our collaborative effort, and the program has been designed with this partnership in mind.
Please visit Merchants Affordable Housing Corp to learn more or contact the HomeNow Indy team to learn how you can partner with us.
Please visit Merchants Affordable Housing Corp to learn more or contact the HomeNow Indy team to learn how you can partner with us.
Homelessness Service Providers
If you are a partner, and you are interested in learning more about the housing opportunity contact Merchants Affordable Housing Corp. You can also review this informational sheet to assist with connecting individuals experiencing homelessness to this resource.
Share A HomeNow Indy Success Story
As we implement the HomeNow Indy effort, we want to take opportunities to celebrate success: new partnerships, great housing outcomes, and innovative collaboration with landlord partners. We appreciate information about any item worth celebrating. Contact the HomeNow team to learn how you can share your story!
