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$40M Awarded to Rehabilitate & Transform 600 Vacant Homes

Awarded to 18 Nonprofits and Local Governments Across NYS to Transform 600 Vacant Homes into Safe, Affordable Housing

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A Safe Home, A New Beginning: Supporting Survivors of Domestic Violence in New York State

Affordable housing communities like New Destiny offer domestic violence survivors support, safety, independence, and a new beginning. From urban centers to rural communities, HCR provides a critical lifeline for those seeking a safe and stable home.

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Improving and repairing homes to make them safer and more affordable

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Creating and preserving quality affordable multifamily rental housing across New York State

Community Renewal & Economic Development

Strengthening communities throughout New York State

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Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

HCR encourages Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Enterprises (SDVOBs) to participate in HCR-funded projects

Commissioner/CEO of NYS Homes and Community Renewal
RuthAnne Visnauskas

In February 2017, former Governor Cuomo appointed RuthAnne Visnauskas, Commissioner of the New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal.
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