Congresswoman Lori Trahan (MA-03) today announced $7,872,580 in federal funding for affordable housing, community development, and homeless assistance programs in Lowell, Lawrence, Fitchburg, and Haverhill. The funding is being awarded through a number of federal programs administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

“Communities like Lowell, Lawrence, Fitchburg, and Haverhill are doing remarkable work to create more affordable housing, boost their economies, and support those experiencing or at risk of homelessness. This federal investment is a testament to those efforts, and our gateway cities will be able to use these funds to expand the impact of their programs,” said Congresswoman Trahan. “Federal investments like this are only possible when we have strong collaboration across the local, state, and federal levels of government. I’m committed to our continued work with community leaders to make sure we get the federal funding necessary to make our district a better, more affordable place to call home.”

“A coordinated whole-of-community approach is crucial to build strong and resilient communities, invest in decent housing, create healthy environments, expand economic opportunities accessible to low-income households, and support aspiring homebuyers and those experiencing homelessness,” said Acting HUD Secretary Adrianne Todman. “The funding made available today serves as building blocks to empower communities to take ownership of community development investments and put the needs of residents first.”

Communities receiving funding include:

• Lowell: $3,123,979
• Lawrence: $2,451,008
• Fitchburg: $1,349,618
• Haverhill: $947,975

The allocation to the Mill City breaks down as follows:

CDBG (affordable housing + economic development): $2,141,212
HOME (affordable housing): $796,315
ESG (homelessness): $186,452

“This funding is a testament to the power of collaboration between local and federal entities,” said Lowell Mayor Dan Rourke. “These funds will go a long way in supporting our ongoing efforts to provide affordable housing, foster community development, and assist those experiencing homelessness in Lowell. We thank Congresswoman Lori Trahan and HUD for their commitment to Lowell and other communities in our region.”

“The federal funding announced today is a significant investment in the well-being of our community,” said Lowell City Manager Tom Golden. “This support, made possible through the advocacy of Congresswoman Trahan, highlights the power of collaboration in addressing our city’s most pressing needs. We are thankful for this investment and remain committed to driving positive change for all of our residents.”

The HUD programs providing funding to communities include the Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) program, which provides funding communities to create affordable housing and invest in critical local projects, the HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), which provides funding to local governments to produce affordable housing for low-income families, and the Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) program, which provides funds for programs that offer services to individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness.