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2020 Native American Homeownership Initiative

Down payment and closing cost assistance for qualifying first time homebuyers is now available.

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Since 1990, FHLB Des Moines has awarded $123.5 million in down payment and closing cost assistance to help more than 28,000 families with the purchase of a home.

Through our Native American Homeownership Initiative, eligible households may receive up to $15,000 for down payment and closing cost assistance.

Funds available!

Native American Homeownership Initiative (NAHI) funds are available for FHLB Des Moines members. NAHI funding is available on a first-come, first-serve basis, subject to availability.

Additional funds were added on July 1, 2020 and will continue to be added throughout the year based on the schedule below.

2020 NAHI Funding Schedule

Native American Homeownership Initiative Process

Click on one of the steps below to guide you through the Native American Homeownership Initiative process.

  1. Get Started
  2. Reservation of Funds
  3. Disbursement/Reimbursement of Funds

Already know the process? Find the forms and resources you need here.

Questions? Contact our Community Investment Department at communityinvestment@fhlbdm.com.

Why participate in the Native American Homeownership Initiative?

  • Meet Community Reinvestment Act objectives to serve low- to moderate-income households
  • Provide grants to expand market share or increase penetration in existing markets
  • Improve loan-to-value ratios on mortgage loans
  • Build community goodwill
  • Promote your corporate brand
  • Help families in your community realize their homeownership dreams by providing down payment and closing cost assistance