Programs

The Safety First Program is funded in partnership with the City of Aurora's Community Development Block Grant.  

The Neighbor Project administers this program which addresses safety issues within the city limits of Aurora. Eligible repairs include mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems; roof and porch repairs or replacements. The thing to remember is eligibility requires that the repair has anything to do with the safety of your home. For more information, visit the website or contact (630) 906-9400.

For more information, contact brett@neighborproject.us.

Through the Safe at Home program, Rebuilding Together Aurora provides no-cost, home safety and accessibility modifications for low-income homeowners who are seniors, living with a disability or caring for a loved one with a disability. For more information, visit the website or contact (630) 801-9044.

For more information, contact ramona.wood@rtaurora.org.

The Choose Aurora Homebuyer Assistance Program is funded by the Federal Department of Housing & Urban Development HOME Investments Partnerships Program (HOME).

This program offers up to $20,000 in the form of a deferred loan, up to a $5,000 grant, and up to a $2,000 repairs grant for homebuyers that meet the income requirements of being at or below 80% Area Median Income ($95,900 for a four person household in 2025), as well as the requirements for moving into a safe and affordable home.

The amount of assistance provided will be determined by city staff. Homebuyer counseling by a HUD-certified Housing Counselor working for a recognized HUD approved housing counseling agency is required.

The property must remain the primary residence of the homebuyer, and then once sold or the deed changes names, the deferred loan would be repaid back to the City of Aurora.

Homebuyer Assistance Flyer(PDF, 1MB)

Application Materials can be found below.

2025 Choose Aurora Application - English(DOCX, 39KB)

2025 Choose Aurora Application - Spanish(DOCX, 37KB)

Funded by HOME-ARP, Mutual Ground provides emergency rental assistance to residents in need.

To learn more, visit their website or contact them at (630) 897-0084.

Funded by HOME-ARP, VNA Healthcare provides comprehensive medical care for residents experiencing homelessness.

To learn more, visit their website or contact them at (630) 526-7912.

Funded by HOME-ARP, Prairie State Legal Services provides legal services to prevent homelessness.

To learn more, visit their website or contact them at (815) 965-2134.