About Us
Since 2008, HomesFund has been helping people achieve their homeownership goals. Our team does this by prioritizing our customers’ needs and placing their long-term financial stability and well-being at the forefront. HomesFund believes that a community that has healthy and happy homeowners is a vibrant and thriving community.
The mission of HomesFund is to build diverse and resilient communities by supporting the development of affordable housing programs, and empowering residents with the financial resources and educational tools to achieve homeownership in Southwest Colorado.
The HomesFund, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, is a certified Community Development Financial Institute and a HUD approved housing counseling agency. The HomesFund receives funding to administer a variety of homeownership programs on behalf of the local jurisdictions including the Fair Share Program for the City of Durango and the Durango Mountain Resort program for La Plata County.
We are grateful to our broad base of community partners, who like us, see the value in providing homeownership opportunities in southwest Colorado.
HomesFund is looking for a new full-time team member
The Homeownership Program Counselor/Lender and Educator Will assist with all HomesFund programs; Pre-Purchase Housing Counseling, Homebuyer Education and Down Payment Assistance Lending. Click this link for the position description, salary and benefit package. Join a dynamic organization helping families realize their dreams of home ownership. A resume and cover letter can be sent to info@homesfund.org. Applications will be accepted through 11/25/2024.
Board of Directors
Shawn Candelaria, Chair – Durango Market President – Four Corners Community Bank
Heather Garland, Vice Chair – Housing Solutions for the Southwest
Barry Spear, Secretary-Treasurer – Retired former attorney
Gene Fisher, Director- Retired Homebuilder
Nicole Holt, Director- Affordable Housing Advocate
Leah Ballard, Director – Executive Director – Habitat for Humanity of Archuleta County
Sidny Zink, Director – Retired Fredrick Zink & Associates Owner, CPA, Audit Director
Amanda Erickson, Director – Executive Officer – Durango Area Association of Realtors
Donate to HomesFund
Please consider contributing to HomesFund. Your support will ensure a pipeline of affordable housing opportunities for the workforce of Southwest Colorado. Contributions made to HomesFund are tax deductible, and contributions over $250 qualify for a 25% Enterprise Zone State Tax Credit. We are grateful for contributions in any amount. Thank you!