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The HELP Fund makes the dream of a sustainable, energy-efficient home a reality for those who need it most
The HELP Fund makes the dream of a sustainable, energy-efficient home a reality for those who need it most
The HELP Fund provides accessible loans for healthy homes
Energy costs are rising nationwide, burdening low-income households who spend a large percentage of their income on utility bills. People with lower incomes, especially in communities of color, are more likely to live in older homes and struggle with poor indoor air quality and environmental toxins. As climate change intensifies, they are disproportionately at risk of climate-related hazards, such as heat and respiratory illnesses.
Unprecedented federal investment is flowing into clean energy efforts that offer solutions to these problems: energy efficient appliances, heat pumps, residential solar, electric cars – to name a few. Yet, low-income households often lack the capital, credit scores, and financial history to access the financing needed to pay for them.
We created the HELP fund because we want to realize a society where everyone has access to the financial resources needed to make decisions about their lives, homes, and communities. Now is the time to make sure all homes are affordable, free of toxins and fossil fuels, and future-proofed for climate emergencies.