named programs · 8 · from sources
What they call their work
Access to Home Program
Provides financial assistance for accessibility modifications such as wheelchair ramps, roll-in showers, and handrails for disabled homeowners in Greene County
Housing Counseling Services
Offers guidance on applications, program eligibility, and connects clients with local, state, and federal housing resources
Housing for the Disabled (RD 515)
One-bedroom affordable rental units for households with a permanently disabled member, income under 50% of HUD Median Income; available at Fairground Estates and Autumn Grove
New York Main Street Program
Reimburses up to 75% of repair costs for business owners in Catskill on Main or Bridge Street to improve commercial properties
Restore Program
Emergency home repair grants up to $10,000 for homeowners aged 60+ in Greene County
Senior Housing (HUD)
One-bedroom affordable rental units for individuals aged 62+ with income under 50% of HUD Median Income; tenants pay 30% of adjusted income for rent and utilities
Single Family Home Repairs
Grants covering 60% or 100% of repair costs for low to moderate-income homeowners in Greene County based on income; funds non-cosmetic, necessary repairs
Trailer Replacement Program
Assists in replacing severely deteriorated mobile homes or trailers for homeowners with income below 50% of HUD Median Income who own the land in Greene County
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Affordable Housing Development and Management 1 activity
- Development and management of affordable housing propertiesDevelops, owns, and manages multiple affordable housing apartment buildings for seniors and low- to moderate-income individuals across Greene County, NY, including six properties totaling over 100 units in Catskill, Cairo, Tannersville, and Windham. Properties are designed to be accessible, with features such as elevators, community rooms, and proximity to public transit.
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Home Accessibility Modifications 1 activity
- Home accessibility modification grantsAdministers the NYS Access to Home Grant Program and related initiatives to fund home modifications such as wheelchair ramps, lifts, handrails, doorway widening, and roll-in showers for low- to moderate-income homeowners with disabilities or aging-related needs in Greene County.
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Home Repair Assistance for Low-Income Households 1 activity
- Home repair and rehabilitation assistance for homeownersProvides financial assistance and reimbursement programs for essential, non-cosmetic home repairs to low- to moderate-income homeowners, seniors, and individuals with disabilities in Greene County. Programs cover up to 100% of repair costs based on income and include emergency repair grants up to $10,000 for seniors aged 60 and over.
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Emergency Rental Assistance and Eviction Prevention 1 activity
- Housing counseling and application support servicesProvides guidance and support to individuals applying for housing services, including assistance with program applications, interpretation of eligibility guidelines, and referrals to additional resources.
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Local Business Financing and Incentives 1 activity
- Property repair assistance for business ownersOffers reimbursement programs for property repairs to business owners in Catskill, NY, through initiatives such as the New York Main Street Program, which covers up to 75% of repair costs.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$906K
Contributions & grants$561K62%
Program service revenue$316K35%
Investment income$430%
Other revenue$28K
expenses
Total expenses$886K
Program expenses88%
Admin / overhead12%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$349K
Grants paid out$386K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$416K
Cash$131K
Investments$0
Liabilities$370K
Net assets$47K
Liquid reserves1.8 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -2.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 8
- FLORENCE HOHENSTEIN — DIRECTOR
- JEFFERY BARRETT — DIRECTOR
- KEVIN PICCOLI — DIRECTOR
- PAMELA QUICK-ANTONETTE — VICE PRESIDENT/TREASURER
- PATRICIA UBLACKER — DIRECTOR
- REBECCA SHIELDS — DIRECTOR
- RUTH JONES PFORTE — SECRETARY
- TRISHA LAMB — BOARD PRESIDENT
relationships · 16
Who they work with
- Affordable Housing Corporation Government — State-affiliated agency supporting affordable housing development and management.
- Division of Homes and Community Renewal Government — State agency partner providing oversight and support for housing and community renewal programs.
- Galvan Foundation Partner — Local partner organization in Columbia County providing housing-related services.
- Greene County Government — CMHDC’s properties are designated stops on the Greene County Bus line.
- Greene County Bus Services Partner — Local transportation partner supporting access to housing and community services.
- Greene County Department for the Aging Partner — Local partner providing aging-related services in coordination with housing support.
- Greene County Rural Health Network Partner — Local health network partner collaborating on community well-being and housing initiatives.
- Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Government — Uses HUD Median Income thresholds to determine eligibility for home repair funding.
- New York Housing Trust Fund Government — Granted $300,000 to CMHDC for home repairs in Greene County.
- New York Housing Trust Fund Government — Primary grant funder supporting home repair initiatives in Greene County.
- New York Main Street Program Partner — Partnership to provide reimbursement for building repairs to business owners in Catskill.
- New York State Government — Designated as the Rural Preservation Company for Greene County, NY.
- New York State Government — Source of funding and program administration for the Access to Home Grant Program.
- RUPCO Partner — Local partner organization serving Greene and Ulster Counties in affordable housing.
- US Department of Agriculture Government — Federal partner agency supporting rural housing services through its Rural Housing Service.
- US Department of Housing and Urban Development Government — Federal government partner providing housing policy, funding, and regulatory guidance.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Client-Centered Support Modelmethodology: client_centered_supportBy using compassionate, client-centered guidance through housing applications and repair programs, the organization reduces procedural barriers and increases access to services, because personalized support improves engagement and navigation among vulnerable populations.
- Housing-First Approach for Vulnerable Populationsmethodology: housing_firstBy prioritizing stable, affordable, and accessible housing through acquisition, rehabilitation, and rent subsidies, the organization enables seniors, people with disabilities, and low-income individuals to avoid institutionalization and maintain independence, because secure housing is foundational to health and community integration.
- Long-Term Affordability via Public Investment Mechanismsmethodology: public_investment_stewardshipBy leveraging public funding through liens, income restrictions, and reimbursement models, the organization ensures long-term affordability and recoups public investment, because tying financial assistance to income qualifications and legal mechanisms sustains housing equity over time.