The Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement is partnering with the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands to provide mortgage and utility assistance for DHHL lessees impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Apply here

Currently open and accepting applications for DHHL Lessees and homeowners on homestead land with imminent risk of homelessness or housing instability only.

▪ Household income at or below 80% Area Median Income (AMI) for Hawaii (see chart here)

Eligibility Requirements

• Be 18 years or older
• Be a DHHL Lessee and homeowner on homestead land
• Prove one or members of household has qualified for unemployment benefits or experienced a reduction in household income, incurred significant costs, or other financial hardship due to COVID-19
• Demonstrate a risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability, unsafe or unhealthy living conditions, or any other evidence of such risk
• Meet income qualification—less than 80% Area Median Income (AMI). Amount differs by county. See the chart below.

Eligible Expenses

• Mortgage (maximum of 12 months)
• Mortgage Arrears from April 2020 to current
• Utilities (electric, gas, water/sewer, trash)
• Homeowners Insurance
• Property Tax
• Homeowners/Flood Insurance & Association/Common Area Fees

Funds will go directly to vendors whom you have an obligation with.

To apply, call (808) 596-8155.