Central Illinois Veterans Commission Taking Applications for New Homes for Veterans

 

[April 10, 2023] 

The Central Illinois Veterans Commission (CIVC) is now taking applications for consideration in the awarding of two new small homes in Lincoln, Illinois. These homes will be built on property on Decatur Street which was donated by Paul and Jackie Campbell of Lincoln. A groundbreaking for the homes that will be gifted to two veterans is being planned for early May.

Eligible veterans, or those that want to nominate veterans for this opportunity, can find the application and further information at https://www.civeteran.org/ or contact CIVC at 217-828-9366. To be eligible to receive a mortgage-free home through this program, one must be a veteran who has been honorably or generally discharged, not currently own a home, and have the means to pay the other expenses associated with home ownership. Applicants do not have to reside in Lincoln currently. Applications should be filed by April 30, 2023.

Volunteers will also be needed as the construction on these new homes begins. The opportunity to volunteer will be announced as dates for the build are solidified. For more information on volunteering or contributing to this effort, contact CIVC using the information above.

Founded in December of 2018, it is the vision of the Central Illinois Veterans Commission to provide veterans with tools and support systems to eliminate barriers in obtaining permanent housing. To date, three homes have been completed and awarded to deserving veterans.

[Text from Patti Decker/CIVC]