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Washington County program offers up to $20,000 for down payments in exchange for volunteer service

Washington County · December 11, 2025
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Speakers described Washington County’s Hart and Homestead program, which offers eligible homebuyers up to $20,000 in down-payment assistance in return for verified volunteer hours or approved charitable donations; presenters said the program also helps local nonprofits with staffing and recruitment.

Washington County’s Hart and Homestead program offers eligible applicants up to $20,000 to help with down payments on a new home in exchange for verified volunteer service or approved charitable donations, several speakers said during public remarks.

"The Washington County Hart and Homestead program is a wonderful pathway to owning a home," said an unidentified speaker, introducing the program. Another speaker said, "people can apply to receive a $20,000 grant that helps you with your down payment on a purchase of a new home."

Program backers told the forum that participants either volunteer hours with local nonprofits to offset the grant…

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