What they reported doing
- #1 primary $25KTHE HOUSING RENTAL PROGRAM ALLOWS THE CORPORATION TO CONTINUE THE PROMOTION OF SAFE, DECENT AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING FOR LOW TO MODERATE-INCOME INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES IN CATTARAUGUS, ERIE AND WYOMING COUNTIES.
What they call their work
What they do
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Home Repair Assistance for Low-Income Households 1 activity
- Administers home improvement and housing acquisition grantsProvides grants through the AHC and AHOD programs for the acquisition, rehabilitation, or improvement of homes for low- and moderate-income families in Cattaraugus, Erie, and Wyoming Counties.
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Financial Literacy Education Programs 1 activity
- Delivers youth and teen financial education programsOffers free financial literacy programs in Cattaraugus County covering budgeting, credit, and money management for youth and adolescents.
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First-Time Homebuyer Support Services 1 activity
- Offers first-time homebuyer and housing counseling servicesProvides education and counseling to help clients prepare for homeownership, including budgeting, credit understanding, and housing loan options.
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Affordable Housing Development and Management 1 activity
- Operates affordable housing rental programProvides safe, decent, and affordable rental housing for low- to moderate-income individuals and families across Cattaraugus, Erie, and Wyoming Counties.
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Community-Based Urban Agriculture 1 activity
- Operates community gardens to increase access to healthy foodSupports and operates three community gardens in the City of Olean and Cattaraugus County, promoting access to healthy food and providing recreational and social opportunities for residents.
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Low-Income Senior Housing Operations 1 activity
- Runs safe homes program for senior citizensProvides safety-focused housing support and services for senior citizens to ensure secure and accessible living environments.
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MWBE Certification and Contract Access Support 1 activity
- Supports minority and women-owned business certificationAdministers or supports the M/WBE certification process in New York State to promote business ownership and contracting opportunities for minorities and women.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Provides education on lead and carbon monoxide safety hazardsOffers educational programs on lead poisoning prevention in pre-1978 homes and on carbon monoxide risks and prevention related to fossil fuel combustion in residential settings.
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Who runs it
- Janice Capaldo — Vice-President
- Jasmine Hall — President
- Kirk Windus — Director
- Nanci Hurlburt — Director
- Sandra Moshier — Director
- Sonya Mickens — Secretary
- Tarah Tarr — Director
Who they work with
- Community Development Block Grant Government — Collaborates on CDBG projects, including serving as Fair Housing Officer in Cattaraugus County.
- Healthy Families Allegany/Cattaraugus (HFAC) Partner — Collaborates to implement a children’s gardening program and deliver garden-based curriculum at community garden sites.
- Homes & Community Renewal Partner — Partnered to support low-to-moderate income residents through housing and community development programs.
- NYS Rural Advocates Network — Member of an advocacy organization that promotes affordable housing in rural New York through lobbying and support for rural preservation companies.
- NYS Rural Advocates Partner — Partner organization of Rural Revitalization Corporation
- NYS Rural Housing Coalition Partner — Partner organization of Rural Revitalization Corporation
- New York State Affordable Housing Corporation Partner — Partnered to support low-to-moderate income residents through housing and community development initiatives.
- Rural Housing Coalition of New York, Inc. Network — Member of a network of rural housing professionals working to develop and manage affordable housing in rural New York.
- US Dept. of Housing and Urban Development Government — Government affiliate of Rural Revitalization Corporation
- USDA Government — Partnered to support community revitalization and housing programs in rural areas.
- Youth Development Coalition Coalition — Member of a multi-agency coalition that promotes positive youth development through financial education programming.
- Youth Development Coalition Partner — Collaborates to provide free financial literacy programs for youth and adolescents in Cattaraugus County.
How they approach the work
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- Community Gardens for Food Access and Social Cohesionmethodology: community_gardens_for_food_and_social_cohesionBy using community gardens, the organization improves food access and strengthens social ties because shared stewardship of local food systems fosters both nutritional security and collective identity.
- Integrated Community Developmentmethodology: integrated_community_developmentBy combining housing support with broader community development initiatives, the organization strengthens rural communities because holistic investment addresses both physical and social determinants of community well-being.
- Leveraged Public Partnerships for Resource Expansionmethodology: public-partnership_leverageBy partnering with federal and state agencies, the organization amplifies its impact on low-to-moderate income rural residents because shared funding and resources increase program scalability and sustainability.
- Youth Financial Literacy Through Multi-Agency Collaborationmethodology: financial_literacy_educationBy delivering financial education through coordinated multi-agency efforts, the organization builds long-term economic resilience in youth because collaborative models increase program reach and reinforce real-world decision-making skills.