80626Y0154-Housing Ambassador Expansion Program

The New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) is releasing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Housing Ambassador Expansion program, which aims to provide one-on-one assistance to affordable housing seekers. The program will fund one Housing Ambassador organization per borough to provide support with applying and qualifying for affordable housing. The goals of the program are to streamline the process for applicants, guarantee accessible services, and understand applicants' experiences. The RFP will be released in 2026, and proposals will be evaluated based on the quality of the proposer's approach, successful experience, and organizational structure. • The program will serve low-income New Yorkers who are seeking affordable housing. • The Housing Ambassadors will provide one-on-one support with applying and qualifying for affordable housing. • The program will be evaluated based on the quality of the proposer's approach and successful experience. • The contract term is expected to be two years, with the possibility of renewal. • The total funding available is $750,000, with each award expected to be between $75,000 and $150,000.