The City of Fort Pierce is excited to announce the launch of its Home Purchase Assistance Program, which aims to provide financial support to income-eligible individuals and families seeking to achieve the dream of homeownership. The program, administered by the Grants Administration Division, will begin accepting applications on Thursday, March 6, 2025, at 8:00 AM and continue through Friday, April 4, 2025, or until funds are fully allocated.
This initiative is supported by $150,000 in State Housing Initiative Partnership (SHIP) funds for Fiscal Year 2024-2025, allocated to assist with down payment and closing costs for homes located within the city limits of Fort Pierce. The program offers a zero-interest, deferred second mortgage to qualifying applicants.
Program Requirements
To be eligible for assistance, applicants must:
- Complete a pre-purchase home buyer education program.
- Attend a mandatory orientation conducted by the Grants Administration Division.
- Secure a first mortgage from a lending institution.
Mandatory Orientation Sessions
All applicants are required to attend a virtual or in-person mandatory orientation prior to submitting their application. The City will host two sessions:
- In-Person Orientation: Thursday, February 20, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM at River Walk Center, 600 N Indian River Drive, Fort Pierce, FL 34950.
- Virtual Orientation: Thursday, February 27, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM.
Attendance at one of these sessions is mandatory, and proof of participation must be provided with the application.
Application Process
Applications will be processed on a first submitted, first qualified, first eligible basis, subject to funding availability. Detailed program information and the list of required documents for application submittal can be found on the City’s website: Grant Programs | Fort Pierce, FL - Official Website
Contact Information
For additional details about the Home Purchase Assistance Program, please contact:
Kimberlee Henton, Reporting and Grants Specialist
Phone: 772-467-3161
Email: khenton@cityoffortpierce.com