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Presentation Partners in Housing serves the Fargo area and will
utilize the funding to support qualifying households through their
aSSoCiaTe existing housing programs.
The application process for awarding funds is competitive and based
HAPPENINGS on the supportive services threshold and scoring criteria outlined
in the allocation plan. For more details on this program, the
application process or allocation plan, visit NDHFA’s website.
Bismarck Bloomington, MN
North Dakota Housing Finance Agency (NDHFA) announces Craig Bantz joined United Bankers' Bank in
the selection of 2024 funding recipients for supportive services September to succeed Barb Fugate as the chief
under the HOME Investment Partnerships American Rescue Plan information officer. Craig brings over 20 years
(HOME-ARP). of IT experience. He graduated with a Master
of Science in management of technology and
HOME-ARP funds provide financial support to eligible non-profit a Bachelor of Science in political science from
organizations to reduce homelessness and increase housing stability the University of Minnesota.
and must benefit qualifying individuals and families who are
homeless, at risk of homelessness, or in other vulnerable populations. Fargo Craig Bantz
NDHFA received 13 applications requesting over $8.6 million. Michelle Senger recently joined Heartland
Two applicants were selected to receive the $2.6 million available Trust Company. She holds a Bachelor of
in funding: Community Action Partnership North Dakota and Science in business administration from the
Presentation Partners in Housing.
University of North Dakota and has over 20
Community Action Partnership North Dakota will use the funding years of combined experience in nonprofit
to mobilize the statewide community action network and create foundation management and financial services.
a program that will reach underserved regions throughout North
Dakota. The program is anticipated to roll out in January 2025. Michelle Senger
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