Take Action Now: Support the Fair Housing Grant Program

[Jonathan Krall]

This in from our friends in NAACP Alexandria... please act today for desperately-needed housing

 

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From: NAACP Virginia State Conference <in...@naacpva.org>
Sent: Friday, January 30, 2026 7:58 AM
To: JEANETTE LIGHTFOOT <jeanette_...@hotmail.com>
Subject: Take Action Now: Support the Fair Housing Grant Program

 

Hello JEANETTE  The NAAP Virginia State Conference calls on all members, branches, and allies to take immediate action in support of a critical budget amendment that advances housing justice and racial equity throughout the Commonwealth. WHAT IS THE FAIR HOUSING GRANT PROGRAM? Proposed by Delegate Adele McClure, Budget Amendment Item 102 #27h would establish a Fair Housing Grant Program to provide funding to Virginia's cities and counties to address disparities caused by racial segregation and discriminatory policies. Grant funds would support local efforts to improve housing access, health outcomes, employment opportunities, and transportation equity. WHY THIS PROGRAM IS NEEDED For years, local governments receiving HUD funding have identified housing discrimination and segregation impacts through Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice (AIs). However, many localities lack the resources to implement these recommendations. This program turns data into action and plans into progress. DISPARITIES EXIST THROUGHOUT THE COMMONWEALTH Across Virginia, historically segregated neighborhoods continue to experience stark disparities, including significant life expectancy gaps; higher rates of hospitalization for preventable conditions such as asthma; increased child poverty; limited access to quality transportation; and unequal employment opportunities based on zip code. TAKE ACTION TODAY Click Here to Tell your Delegate and Senator to Support   Contact your City Council or County Board members and urge them to advocate for inclusion of this funding in the state budget. Click Here to Tell your Local Officials to Advocate FAIR HOUSING IS A CIVIL RIGHT The NAACP Virginia State Conference stands firm for housing justice, equity, accountability, and opportunity for all. Raise your voice. Demand fairness. Act now. Housing Justice Is Racial Justice. Chartered in 1935, the NAACP Virginia State Conference is the largest and most influential nonpartisan civil rights organization in the Commonwealth of Virginia. For 90 years, it has led the fight for racial justice, equity, and civic engagement across the state, overseeing more than 100 active branches, youth councils, and college chapters. From classrooms and courtrooms to city halls and the Virginia General Assembly, our members work to build the social and political power needed to end race-based discrimination.   As the leading voice for Black Virginians, the NAACP Virginia State Conference advocates for policies and programs that expand opportunity, protect civil rights, and uplift communities of color. Rooted in racial equity and civic engagement, we are committed to a Virginia without racism—where Black people enjoy equitable opportunities in thriving communities. Learn more about our legacy and ongoing work at www.naacpva.org. Please consider making a generous donation today! We cannot thank you enough for your support. Donate     Virginia NAACP P.O. Box 27212 Virginia State Conference NAACP Richmond, VA 23261 United States If you believe you received this message in error or wish to no longer receive email from us, please unsubscribe.