FHLB Cincinnati Welcome Home Program

Federal Home Loan Bank of Cincinnati

Available Home Repair

About This Program

FHLB Cincinnati Welcome Home Program is available to renters in Cincinnati, OH.

Down payment and closing cost assistance grants up to $20,000 for income-eligible first-time and repeat homebuyers. Opens April 6, 2026. Available through participating FHLB Cincinnati member institutions in Ohio, Kentucky, and Tennessee. Funds reserved on first-come, first-served basis until exhausted.

Income-eligible homebuyers through participating lenders

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-04-01. How we verify our data.

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Key Details

  • Up to $20,000 in down payment and closing cost assistance
  • Opens April 6, 2026, funds go fast, first-come first-served
  • Available through participating FHLB Cincinnati member banks
  • Covers Ohio, Kentucky, and Tennessee buyers

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

513-852-7500

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Download this checklist (PDF)

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Opens April 6, 2026, first come, first served

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Frequently asked questions

How much can FHLB Cincinnati Welcome Home Program provide in Cincinnati, OH?

Up to $20,000.

Who qualifies for FHLB Cincinnati Welcome Home Program in Cincinnati?

FHLB Cincinnati Welcome Home Program is open to renters in Cincinnati, OH. It prioritizes low-income households.

How do I apply for FHLB Cincinnati Welcome Home Program in Cincinnati, OH?

Apply directly with Federal Home Loan Bank of Cincinnati using the official program link on this page or call 513-852-7500. There is no middleman and no fee. Deadline: Opens April 6, 2026, first come, first served.

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