Illinois Hardest Hit Fund (Disaster Recovery)

Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA)

Closed Disaster Relief

About This Program

Previously provided mortgage payment assistance and principal reduction to Illinois homeowners impacted by economic hardship or natural disasters. Program is now closed but existing participants may still be receiving benefits.

Historical program - no longer accepting new applications

Official source site checked live on 2026-06-17.

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

Key Details

  • Program closed to new applications
  • Previously assisted homeowners with mortgage payments
  • Helped prevent foreclosures after disasters or hardship
  • Existing participants may still be enrolled
  • Contact IHDA for current foreclosure prevention resources

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(312) 836-5200

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
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Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Program closed to new applications

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