Illinois Hardest Hit Fund

Illinois Housing Development Authority

Available Home Repair

About This Program

Provides financial assistance to homeowners who have experienced a hardship that has impacted their ability to maintain or repair their home. Funds can be used for critical home repairs, mortgage reinstatement, and other eligible expenses.

Grant covers eligible home repair costs up to the maximum for qualifying households

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-17.

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

Key Details

  • Up to $30,000 for critical home repairs
  • Income limits apply (moderate income)
  • Must be owner-occupied primary residence
  • For homeowners who experienced financial hardship
  • Covers structural repairs and major systems

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(866) 454-3571

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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).
Download this checklist (PDF)

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: Rolling applications

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