Highlights: First CHAP Clients Purchase Flagstaff Home, Thrift Store Crawl, and More

Building opportunities for sustainable, affordable housing in northern Arizona.

AUGUST 2025

SPOTLIGHT

Celebrating Our First CHAP Homebuyers – Sun & Len!

We are thrilled to share that Sun and Len—both long-time Flagstaff residents—are now proud first-time homeowners! They’ve each called Flagstaff home for 28 and 11 years, and now, thanks to the City of Flagstaff's Community Homebuyer Assistance Program administered by Housing Solutions, they’ve been able to put down permanent roots in our community. (continued below)

Sun and Len are our very first clients to use this program, which launched August 1st and is funded by the voter-approved Housing Bond. Over the coming years, $7 million from this bond will help income-eligible first-time Flagstaff homebuyers with the up-front costs of homeownership.

CHAP provides a no-interest, no-payment loan of up to $50,000 to assist with down payment and closing costs. The loan is repaid through an equity-share model when the buyer sells the home, no longer lives in it as their primary residence, or pursues a cash-out refinance. Based on decades of successful past CHAP investments, the new program was designed to make a lasting impact for buyers now and in the future. Housing Solutions is proud to administer CHAP and provide HUD-approved housing counseling, eligibility determination, and program management.

We are deeply grateful to the voters of Flagstaff and the City of Flagstaff staff for making this program possible—and for helping turn dreams of homeownership into reality for more Flagstaff households.

Learn more about CHAP and the other pre-purchase assistance programs we administer by clicking the button below.

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HIGHLIGHTS

JoJo's Place BBQ

In July, our JoJo’s Place Program hosted its highest attended community event yet! Their Independence Day BBQ brought together 37 residents for food and connection.

Oak Wash Homes Update

We’re excited to share that as of August 1st, 26 households experiencing homelessness have moved into our new permanent affordable housing community in Cottonwood - Oak Wash Homes!

August Volunteer of the Month

Don has faithfully helped care for the book section at our Sharon’s Attic Thrift Store for nearly 1 year. After 30+ years in education—15 of those in Flagstaff—he’s committed to staying active and giving back in retirement. We’re grateful for Don's steady presence, heart to make a difference, and dedication to our mission!

Thrift Store Crawl

Stop by our thrift store, Sharon’s Attic, to pick up your passport and join this year’s Flagstaff Nonprofit Thrift Store Crawl, running now through August 16! Sharon's Attic is open Tue-Sun 9am-5pm.

LAST MONTH'S IMPACT

Sharon Manor Transitional Housing

Last month, 1 household experiencing homelessness and surviving domestic violence moved into safe, supportive housing at Sharon Manor. We also celebrated 2 households moving out of Sharon Manor and into permanent, affordable homes here in Flagstaff, ready to begin the next chapter of their lives.

First Time Homebuyers

1 local household became a homeowner last month thanks to down payment assistance administered by our pre-purchase program! We're excited to help strengthen family stability and deepen roots in our community.

JoJo's Place Transitional Housing

Last month, 2 households experiencing homelessness moved into a furnished, JoJo’s Place studio apartment!

Affordable Rentals

Last month, 51 households remained stably housed through our affordable rental programs. This includes 25 low-income households in Flagstaff homes and condos, as well as 26 formerly homeless households now settled into permanent housing at Oak Wash Homes in Cottonwood.

Vouchers for Essentials

6 households from our Sharon Manor transitional housing program and 1 from JoJo's Place used a Sharon's Attic home goods and clothing voucher, allowing them to shop for essential items and furniture at our thrift store. Thank you for donating your gently used furniture and household goods - it makes a diference!

GRATITUDES

Thank you Wells Fargo

We're excited to share that Wells Fargo has awarded Housing Solutions funding for operational support! We’re so grateful for their continued partnership and their heart for investing in affordable and transitional housing right here in northern Arizona.

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We Need You

Our thrift store is in greater need than ever of volunteer support - especially in our clothing department! Volunteering at Sharon’s Attic is a fun and rewarding way to empower survivors at our Sharon Manor program, promote sustainable shopping in Flagstaff, and connect with great people. Click below to learn more and get involved.

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Thrift Store 50% Off Sales

Out thrift store, Sharon's Attic, empowers survivors at our Sharon Manor program and promotes sustainable shopping! Receive 50% off sale text alerts and access to an exclusive monthly subscriber-only sale! Plus receive an instant 25% off coupon. Opt out at any time.

How to Join: Text THRIFT to 928-320-2460

Click below to visit Sharon's Attic's website, and download their monthly sales and events calendar!

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