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People Making a Difference
By Bryan Butcher, CEO/Executive Director
The opening months of 2022 have been incredibly active in the Alaska housing market, from federal housing assistance, to homeless stabilization programs and seeking solutions to affordable housing challenges.
I would like to take a moment and thank the team at Alaska Housing Finance Corporation for wholeheartedly embracing our mission to provide Alaskans access to safe, quality, affordable housing. Across the board from public housing to weatherization, senior housing and our mortgage department, their dedication makes a difference in the lives of many Alaskans.
Two important programs that directly reflect the hard work and collaboration of the AHFC team include Alaska Housing Rent Relief, which has distributed more than $260 million in federal funds since it began in 2021, and Alaska Housing Homeowner Assistance, that entered the application review phase in April for nearly 11,000 applicants. The effective implementation of these federally funded programs are directly connected to our most important asset: Our people.
Every individual, every team, cares deeply about helping the communities we serve. I am grateful for our shared purpose and commitment to create lasting, tangible, and positive impacts for Alaskans.
Thank you to our employees and community partners for your incredible efforts.
Meet Greg Holoman
Employees are the heartbeat of Alaska Housing. Their energy helps bring new ideas to the table that further AHFC's mission.
Greg Holoman has been with Alaska Housing for one year and his actions are making a difference in people’s lives — first in our call center, and now making a mark in AHFC’s Homeless Stabilization program.
Pave the Way to a Career
Do you know a responsible teen or young adult living in AHFC public housing between the ages of 16 and 22 looking for a summer job? AHFC’s Student Summer Hires program could pave the way to a career! Positions are available in multiple communities statewide now through August 31, 2022. Learn more about the 2022 Student Summer Hire program by clicking the button below or view available positions by location.
Resources for Job Searches
Looking for a job? Need tips for writing a resume or preparing for an interview? Wondering what jobs are out there? Alaska Housing's free Employment Library is a great place to start.
No matter where you are in the job search, we have resources that can assist you in finding the right opportunity.
Featured Lender: Aaron Swanson
Aaron Swanson is a Mortgage Originator with Residential Mortgage, LLC.
"I use Alaska Housing for many different loan programs, from the First-Time Homebuyers Program to the Refinance Program. AHFC knows what Alaskans' needs are and tailors many programs specifically for them,"
said Swanson.
See Our List of All Featured Lenders
Summer Camp Scholarships Now Available
Know a kid who would benefit from summer camp? The Alaska Housing Youth Summer Camp and Activity Scholarship provides up to $500 to help pay for camp fees.
Kids between the ages of 6- and 17-years-old, who reside in a rental unit owned by Alaska Housing or who receive AHFC Housing Choice Voucher assistance, are eligible to apply. Learn more about the scholarship and how to apply.
The application deadline is June 30, 2022 at 5 p.m. Alaska time.
Home Is Where the Garden Is
Sometimes it's the little things that make a space feel like a home. For Terry, a small garden at Chugach View brings back childhood memories of summer days and sweet raspberries.
Homebuyer Education by the Numbers
Homebuyer education has many benefits for potential homebuyers. Learn more about who is participating in Alaska Housing’s homebuyer education courses and how it’s helping Alaskans get the information they need to feel confident in buying a home.
