Housing Authority of Champaign County

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Monthly Newsletter

HACC NAHRO Award Winners

HACC was honored with FIVE National NAHRO Awards recognizing the amazing efforts and innovation in affordable housing and community development right here in Champaign County.

HOPE Fair Housing Training

Michael Chavarria from HOPE Fair Housing hosted a Fair Housing Training for Champaign County residents to learn about their rights with a focus on protections against source of income discrimination and limitations on the use of arrest and conviction protections.

Employee Spotlight

October Champion of the Month - Mariah Collins

We are absolutely thrilled to announce that Mariah Collins has been selected as HACC's Champion of the Month! This highly deserved honor marks Mariah's first time winning, and she earned it through her unconditional advocation for clients and her commitment to always going above and beyond when showing up for HACC. We are incredibly lucky to have her, as she consistently exudes unwavering patience and kindness in her work. Mariah is a true client champion whose commitment extends far beyond simply paying security deposits or bills; she pours her expertise and empathy into finding real, daily solutions for clients navigating difficult periods. This approach, which perfectly blends patience and genuine care, consistently earns positive feedback. Furthermore, she extends this same collaborative, neighborly spirit to her colleagues, actively fostering a positive work environment for everyone.

YouthBuild Insights

YouthBuild 2025 Alumni Brianna Allen and Tamara Bell have joined the HACC team. These two will be spending their internship homing in on even more professional development skills. We're excited to have them join the team!

YouthBuild Student of the Month

Student of the Month - Ariyah Grayson

As the final Student of the Month for this cohort, we are incredibly proud to announce Ariyah Grayson! We couldn't be more thrilled with the tremendous growth and accomplishments she has demonstrated throughout her time with YouthBuild. Ariyah is a natural leader and remarkably self-motivated, and with her great head on her shoulders, we have no doubt she is going to go far in life. We are excited to celebrate all her achievements and eagerly look forward to seeing her walk across the stage on graduation day!

HACC YouthBuild Prospective Student Informational

We held our informational meeting for the next YouthBuild Cohort today! For questions about YouthBuild, please contact Jobie at jobiet@hacc.net.

HACC Annual 2025 Trunk or Treat

On October 29 HACC hosted its annual Trunk or Treat here at the Housing Authority! HACC staff decorated their trunks and filled them with candy for the young kids and teens of the community to come out and trick or treat!

Bingo at Haven Place!

Our senior residents at Haven love an intense game of bingo and this month was no different! It is always a great time to catch up with them and watch them have some fun.

October Supportive Services Summary

Don't Miss Your Chance to Earn $34,000

Families at HACC's SHIFT Program have an opportunity to earn up to $34,000!

The HUD FSS Program empowers families to achieve financial independence. By offering financial incentives, case management, and supportive services, it helps participants increase their income, save for future goals, and break out of the cycle of poverty. Through this program, families can gain the tools and resources needed to build a brighter future for themselves.

For questions, please email Jamesz@hacc.net

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

ATTENTION HCV LANDLORDS

The Landlord Portal is now up and running. Please click below to be directed to the updated portal.

Landlord Portal

Landlord Incentives & Tenant Supportive Services Updates

Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, HACC is experiencing temporary disruptions in funding availability. As a result, we must temporarily suspend certain payments, effective 10/20/2025.

The November Board of Commissioner's Meeting is cancelled due to the Thanksgiving Holiday.

Upcoming Events

Reset Your Mind Yoga Workshop RSVP Only - 11/1/25
YouthBuild Graduation Ceremony RSVP Only - 11/8/25
Get Savvy Webinar Series - 11/17/25
Oakwood Trace Family Fall Festival - 11/15/25
Douglas Square SHIFT Program Open House - 11/22/25

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