CHFA strengthens Colorado by investing in affordable housing and community development.

CHFA's vision is that everyone in Colorado will have the opportunity for housing stability and economic prosperity.​

Colorado

Created in 1973

CHFA’s mission is to strengthen Colorado by investing in affordable housing and community development. We were created in 1973 by the Colorado General Assembly to address the shortage of affordable housing in the state.

In 1982, when the Colorado economy was experiencing economic difficulties, C​HFA began making loans to businesses.​​​​

Investing in Colorado's success

Since 1974, CHFA has invested more than $35.3 billion into Colorado’s economy. These resources have helped:

  • 153,043 ​Colorado homebuyers achieve homeownership;
  • 197,896 households attend homebuyer education classes held statewide;
  • 82,597 affordable rental housing units be developed or preserved; and
  • 8,945 businesses access capital to support 88,340 jobs.​​​
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Revitalizing neighborhoods and creating jobs

Our network of participating lenders and community partners helps us deploy our resources statewide and are instrumental to our work.

We are known for our commitment to innovation and customer service. We also offer a wide variety of professional education classes and technical assistance to help our customers and partners succeed. ​​

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Latest News

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August 19, 2024

CHFA is pleased to announce the application for the second round of 2024 Direct Effect Awards is now open.

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August 14, 2024

CHFA's annual David W. Herlinger Golf Tournament raised $150,000 for NEWSED Community Development Corporation (NEWSED) on Tuesday, August 13, 2024.

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July 31, 2024

CHFA is proud to announce its Round One 2024 Direct Effect Award recipients. In this round, CHFA is donating $1,362,000 to 104 nonprofits across Colorado. The average award amount in Round One is $13,096.

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July 30, 2024

The Senate is preparing to vote on a critical tax bill that would expand and enhance affordable housing tax credits and bonds.

July 24, 2024

CHFA is pleased to announce the promotion of Kristi Budish to director of community development. Budish has been a member of CHFA’s staff since 2010, most recently serving as manager of commercial operations and underwriting.