Housing
For At-Risk/Homeless Families
Children’s HOME Initiative
For At-Risk/Homeless Families
Providing second-chance housing opportunities for families overcoming barriers like low income, negative rental history, or poor credit.
Children’s HOME Initiative staff can assist you over the phone with housing consultation at 512-610-7392, or by email CHI@foundcom.org.
The Children’s Home Initiative (CHI) has supported more than 1,000 families facing housing challenges in Austin—from those experiencing homelessness, to those struggling with the rising cost of living, and others in need of stability. This unique program provides affordable housing paired with intensive on-site case management services that focus on housing stability, financial security, parent empowerment, and overall family well-being.
Currently, Foundation Communities has 180 apartments for CHI families.
Program Requirements and Details
Families with children
(does not include parents awaiting custody of their children)
One adult (18 years or older)
working at least part-time and able to move toward full-time
Family’s total income cannot exceed 30%
of Austin’s Median Family Income
Must present 2 months of earned income.
No hire letters accepted.
You can download our CHI application here in ENGLISH or SPANISH.
You must submit all income documents with the application to CHI@foundcom.org or we will not be able to process the application.
