VHCDC

Our Goal: $1,000,000

Current Total:

$387,176

Frequently Asked Questions

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  1. What is VHCDC?
  2. What is a Community Development Corporation?
  3. What can VHCDC do for my business?
  4. What can VHCDC do for me?
  5. Who supports VHCDC?
  6. How can I access VHCDC's programs and services?
  7. How can I receive information about VHCDC activities and events?
  8. How do I find local services and programs?
  9. How can I promote my company or organization through VHCDC dot org?
  10. Does VHCDC charge a fee for its services?
  11. Can I submit an event to the Community Calendar?
  12. Can I add my company to the Service Provider Directory?
  13. I need down-payment and closing cost assistance. Can VHCDC help?
  14. I'm purchasing a home and in need of SPARC funds. Can VHCDC help?
  15. I have a question that isn't on this list. Now what?
1. What is VHCDC?

VHCDC (Virginia Housing and Community Development Corporation) is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt community development corporation. See About Us for more information.

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2. What is a Community Development Corporation?

Community Development Corporation (CDC) is a broad term referring to not-for-profit organizations incorporated to focus on serving lower-income residents, disadvantaged small businesses, and struggling neighborhoods. They can be involved in a variety of activities, including economic development, education, finance, and real estate development. These organizations are typically associated with the development of affordable housing.

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3. What can VHCDC do for my business?

VHCDC has phased out most services for small, disadvantaged businesses. If you are NOT enrolled in our Home Ownership Assistance Program (HOAP), we recommend you alert your Counselor to your needs. Otherwise, we recommend you see our Resources page for myriad services for your business.,

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4. What can VHCDC do for me?

VHCDC is at is best when our clients are just starting out. If you desire homeownership see our Home Ownership Assistance Program. If you're looking for rental housing, please use the Virginia Housing Search Tool. If you're a small business owner, please see our Resources page for a wide range of services for your business. If you're homeless in need of help, please dial 2-1-1 for immediate assistance. Otherwise, give us a call and let us know how we can help!.

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5. Who supports VHCDC?

VHCDC and its programs are made possible due to the generous support of our partners and from contributions from individuals like you.

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6. How can I access VHCDC's programs and services?

VHCDC (dot org) is designed to connect you with all of our programs and services. Use the menu above or click here to access our programs.

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7. How can I receive information about VHCDC activities and events?

Click here to subscribe to receive our email alerts. Just select the type of activities you would like to know about and we'll keep your posted on what's happening in your area(s) of interest.

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8. How do I find local services and programs?

Our Community Resources Directory provides a comprehensive database of non-profit, community service organizations. The Directory is searchable by category, name, and location. You should also see our Resources Directory for additional sources of assistance.

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9. How can I promote my company or organization through VHCDC dot org?

VHCDC is continually forming partnerships and collaborating with government agencies, companies/corporations, and organizations across our region. Please contact us if your organization is interested in exploring partnership opportunities.

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10. Does VHCDC charge a fee for its services?

Most of our programs and services are provided Free of charge. However, VHCDC does assess a nominal fee for certain programs and events. Click here for our current fee schedule.

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11. Can I submit an event to the Community Calendar?

Yes, if you are an authorized representative of a church, government agency, or non-profit organization. Register and create your personal profile, then register your government agency, church, or non-profit organization. If approved, you can submit your events to the Community Calendar FREE of charge.

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12. Can I add my company to the Service Provider Directory?

Yes, if you are an authorized representative of a company that provides professional services to condo and home-owners, renters, association boards, community managers, and property management companies. You may submit your company for inclusion in our Service Provider Directory. To add your company, register and create your personal profile, then register your company. If approved, your company will be listed in the directory FREE of charge.

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13. I need down-payment and closing cost assistance. Can VHCDC help?

Yes. However, you must be enrolled in our Home Ownership Assistance Program (HOAP) to receive down-payment and closing cost assistnace. VHCDC reserves its allocation for clients enrolled in HOAP, who fully comply with its terms and conditions.

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14. I'm purchasing a home and in need of SPARC funds. Can VHCDC help?

Yes. However, you must be enrolled in our Home Ownership Assistance Program (HOAP) to receive SPARC funding. VHCDC reserves its allocation for clients enrolled in HOAP, who fully comply with its terms and conditions.

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15. I have a question that isn't on this list. Now what?

We'll try to help. Just Contact Us for online assistance.

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