HOMES Program Awards More Than $1 Million

Homeowners have until Nov. 21 to apply for economic assistance grants 

The HOMES (Helping Out Mecklenburg homeowners with Economic Support) program has awarded more than $1 million since applications opened July 1.  

Nearly 2,000 homeowners have been awarded economic assistance grants this year and funds are still available. Mecklenburg County homeowners may qualify for up to $650 and residents within the Town of Davidson may qualify for an additional grant up to $534.  

Homeowners must have lived in their home for at least three years, meet a qualifying total household income level, and have no more than one delinquent tax bill in the past three years. There is no age requirement, the home does not have to be paid off, and applicants whose mortgage company pays their taxes (escrow) may still be eligible for the program.

Applicants should be prepared to provide 2024 income verification documents such as W-2, W-4, 1099, and SSI forms, as part of their application.

The application can be found at MeckNC.gov/4HOMES and takes less than 10 minutes to complete. Applications will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted.  

Residents can apply by:

• Filling out an application online at MeckNC.gov/4HOMES  
• Emailing completed applications and verification information to [email protected]
• Dropping off completed applications and copies of verification information at  
  • Valerie C. Woodard Community Resource Center, 3205 Freedom Drive, Suite 1000, Charlotte, NC, 28208
  • Mecklenburg County Assessor’s Office, 3205 Freedom Drive, Suite 3500, Charlotte, NC, 28208
  • Ella B. Scarborough Community Resource Center, 430 Stitt Road, Charlotte 28213
• Mailing completed applications and copies of verification information to the Department of Community Resources, 3205 Freedom Drive, Suite 1000, Charlotte, NC, 28208.

The deadline to apply is Nov. 21.  

“Homeowners are feeling the pinch of rising prices, and every bit of financial assistance helps,” said Community Services Manager Shakirah Francis. “If you fall within the eligibility requirements, we encourage you to get the support available to you and your family.”

Last year, more than $4 million was awarded through the HOMES program, with 4,700 applications approved. For more information, visit MeckNC.gov/4HOMES or email [email protected].