

PCHTF announces transition in leadership
Eric Burmeister, our leader for over 12 years, plans to retire this June. A process to identify our next executive director is underway.
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Mar 6, 20232 min read


Director of Housing Development Position Announcement
The Polk County Housing Trust Fund is pleased to announce the creation of a new leadership position, the Director of Housing Development.
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Mar 6, 20232 min read


Executive Director Position Announcement
The Polk County Housing Trust Fund (PCHTF) is seeking an Executive Director to succeed our retiring leader, Eric Burmeister.
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Mar 2, 20232 min read


Learn about our Programs & Supportive Services Grant Opportunity
Applications for the Polk County Housing Trust Fund's Programs and Supportive Services (PSS) grant opportunity opens soon. Here's what to kn
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Feb 7, 20231 min read

PCHTF announces $5.3 million in American Rescue Plan Act allocations for housing
The Polk County Housing Trust Fund (PCHTF) has announced $5.3 million in affordable housing investments made possible by Polk County.
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Jan 17, 20234 min read

PCHTF updates e-mail notifications for funding opportunities
Learn how to receive email notifications for when we open funding opportunities by signing up at PCHTF.org.
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Jan 4, 20231 min read


Amal Barre is named Graduate Fellow in Housing Justice
The Polk County Housing Trust Fund (PCHTF) has awarded Amal Barre of Des Moines a Graduate Fellowship in Housing Justice for 2022-2023.
PCHTF
Dec 13, 20221 min read

Iowa Finance Authority awards record $1.03 million to PCHTF for housing development
The Iowa Finance Authority (IFA) has awarded of $11.2 million from the State Housing Trust Fund to local housing trust funds across Iowa,...
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Dec 7, 20221 min read