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By the People, for the People
Sussex Habitat to Receive $1 Million in Federal Grant Funding
The funding will help the nonprofit build 10-15 more affordable homes in Sussex County.
Published on Feb. 23, 2026
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Sussex County Habitat for Humanity has been awarded $1 million in federal grant funding from the FY26 Senate Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Bill. The Congressionally Directed Spending project was requested by Delaware Sen. Chris Coons and will allow Habitat to continue creating access to affordable housing opportunities in the region.
Why it matters
This federal funding is a major boost for Sussex Habitat's efforts to address the housing crisis in Sussex County, Delaware. The grant will enable the nonprofit to build 10-15 more affordable homes, building on its track record of constructing over 200 homes in the community since its founding.
The details
The $1 million in funding will be administered by the Department of Housing and Urban Development. Sussex Habitat CEO Kevin Gilmore said the grant will provide 'critical assistance' and allow the organization to 'continue creating access to affordable housing opportunities' across Sussex County. Previous Congressionally Directed Spending in 2022, 2023, and 2024 has already powered the construction of 25 affordable homes in several Sussex County towns.
- The bill was passed by Congress and signed into law by the president on February 3, 2026.
- The grant funding will be administered by the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
The players
Sussex County Habitat for Humanity
A nonprofit organization that builds and repairs homes in partnership with income-qualified families in Sussex County, Delaware.
Sen. Chris Coons
The Democratic U.S. Senator from Delaware who requested the Congressionally Directed Spending project that secured the $1 million grant for Sussex Habitat.
Kevin Gilmore
The CEO of Sussex County Habitat for Humanity.
What they’re saying
“We are elated to receive this funding, which will provide critical assistance and allow us to continue creating access to affordable housing opportunities in Sussex County.”
— Kevin Gilmore, CEO, Sussex County Habitat for Humanity
“It truly cannot be understated how much of an impact this will have on Sussex County. CDS funding has helped us build over 200 homes in our community since our organization began, and now we can start building the next 200.”
— Kevin Gilmore, CEO, Sussex County Habitat for Humanity
What’s next
The grant funding will be administered by the Department of Housing and Urban Development, which will work with Sussex Habitat to allocate the $1 million towards the construction of 10-15 new affordable homes in Sussex County.
The takeaway
This federal grant represents a significant investment in affordable housing in Sussex County, Delaware, empowering the local Habitat for Humanity chapter to continue its mission of building safe, decent homes for families in need. The funding will allow Sussex Habitat to build on its track record of over 200 homes constructed, making homeownership more accessible in the region.
