Newtown CDC, WISH Down Payment Assistance Program
Newtown Community Development Corporation
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Newtown CDC, WISH Down Payment Assistance Program in its Phoenix, AZ research directory. Directory placement does not confirm current service coverage or eligibility; verify both with the program administrator.
The Workforce Initiative Subsidy for Homeownership (WISH) program through Newtown CDC provides a 4-to-1 matching grant from the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco for first-time homebuyers in Maricopa County. Save up to $7,500 and receive up to $30,000 in matching grant funds for down payment and closing costs. Must work with a Newtown Housing Counselor, complete homebuyer education, and obtain a fixed-rate mortgage from a participating lender. Funds must be repaid pro-rata if the home is sold within five years.
4:1 match: every $1 saved earns $4 in grant funds. Maximum saver contribution ~$7,500 yields up to $30,000 match. Five-year pro-rata recapture if home is sold.
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
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Key Details
- 4:1 Federal Home Loan Bank matching grant for first-time buyers
- Save up to $7,500 → receive up to $30,000 in grant funds
- Income ≤ 78% HUD Area Median Income; Maricopa County
- Requires Newtown housing counseling and homebuyer education class
- 5-year pro-rata repayment required if home sold early
How to Apply
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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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Deadline: Rolling, limited annual allocation
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Newtown CDC, WISH Down Payment Assistance Program in Phoenix, AZ?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $30,000 in matching grant funds. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Newtown CDC, WISH Down Payment Assistance Program in Phoenix?
The record carries discovery tags. It also carries a low-income tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for Newtown CDC, WISH Down Payment Assistance Program in Phoenix, AZ?
Confirm the application route directly with Newtown Community Development Corporation; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 480-736-2100. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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