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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.
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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] |
