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RUPCO'S MONTHLY NEWSLETTER | JULY 2021

 

ENERGY SQUARE IS A LEED HOMES OUTSTANDING AFFORDABLE PROJECT OF THE YEAR! 

We are so excited to share that Energy Square was named a LEED Homes Outstanding Affordable Project of the year! US Green Building Council's annual LEED Homes Awards recognize some of the most innovative and transformative LEED residential projects in the world, as well as the teams that worked hard to make them a reality. 

 

OUR VERY OWN "NET ZERO HEROES"

“Net Zero Heroes” shares RUPCO’s journey toward becoming a leading sustainable affordable housing developer in the Hudson Valley. Guests Guy Kempe, Vice President of Community Development, and Chuck Snyder, Assistant Vice President for Real Estate and Construction, recount RUPCO’s organizational growth through stories of our increasingly ambitious green developments. This episode explores how RUPCO is building sustainably in a rural context, meeting the challenges of creating green communities, providing housing and cultural spaces for artists, building net zero energy homes, and more.

 

WE WON A CHRONOGRAMMIE!

We are thrilled to announce that our RUPCO has been named Chronogram’s 2021 Affordable Housing Advocate/Activist of the year. Thank you for your votes and support and congratulations to all the winners and nominees for the great work you do everyday!

FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYER INFORMATION SESSION  AUGUST 23 AT 5:30PM

Ready to buy your first home but don’t know where to start? This virtual, First-time Homebuyer Information Session outlines the RUPCO HomeOwnership Center’s Homebuyer Program and the path to homeownership. This is a recommended first step before you formally apply for the Homebuyer Counseling Program. Call 845-331-9860 or email Homeownership@rupco.org to register today!

 

WE'RE HIRING!

Please help spread the word! We're looking for the right candidates to join our team! We are currently hiring for several open positions including:

  • Behavior Health Specialist 
  • Care Manager for STEHP Program 
  • Coordinated Entry Outreach Specialist 
  • Homeownership Center Customer Service Coordinator 
  • Program Services Coordinator 
  • Real Estate Development Project Manager
 

THE GREENE COUNTY SECTION 8 WAITLIST REMAINS OPEN

Looking for rental assistance in Greene County? You might qualify for the Section 8 Greene County program.

 

HOME SCAMS ARE ON THE RISE

To combat housing scams, our partner 
NeighborWorks America has launched a national #StopHomeScams campaign designed to alert and empower homeowners and renters to protect themselves and report illegal activity to authorities. Questions? RUPCO can help! Give us a call at (845) 331-2140 or visit www.rupco.org

 

EMERGENCY RENTAL ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE!

The New York State Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) is accepting applications for economic relief to help low and moderate-income households at risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability by providing assistance with overdue rent and utilities, as well as temporary rental assistance.

Questions? RUPCO can help! Call 845-331-2140 for assistance.

 
 

FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYER GRANTS AVAILABLE IN SULLIVAN COUNTY

Interested in purchasing a home in Sullivan County? RUPCO is administering a homeownership grant program for Sullivan County first-time homebuyers. Up to $25,000 is available for income eligible households for down payment, closing costs and post closing rehab. Contact Frank Robusto, (845) 331-9860 ext. 320 for an eligibility screen.

 

HELP RUPCO WIN $25,000 FROM
MURPHY REALTY GROUP!

 

Murphy Realty Group is giving back to our community by donating a total of $100,000 to 40 local charities and RUPCO could receive up to $25,000!!!! Help us continue creating homes, supporting people, and improving communities by voting for RUPCO in one of three ways. 

  1. Facebook 
  2. Instagram 
  3. murphyrealtygrp.com

Please help us by voting, sharing! 

 

 LET'S BUILD SAFE, SECURE AND PROSPEROUS COMMUNITIES TOGETHER.

For 40 years, our work has been guided by the belief that creating solid, sustainable housing opportunities for people at all income levels leads to greater business and economic development and stronger and safer communities. Over the past year, we’ve been reminded that safe, affordable, quality housing also saves lives.

Local partners align their values and customer base with ours through sponsorships. This funding allows us to continue the work at hand, Building for Everyone. If you are interested in joining as 2021 Corporate Sponsor or 2021 HomeOwnership Sponsor, we'd love to have you as part of the RUPCO sponsorship family. We take pride in acknowledging and providing visibility to companies like yours that believe in us and share our values and commitment to lead the creation of stronger communities for all of us.

 

   

Thank you to our corporate sponsors!
        
             

        

       

 

RUPCO
289 Fair Street
Kingston, New York 12401

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