Covers the home-buying process and how to obtain certificates for down payment assistance. Cost: Free Expand map
An 8-hour session covering how to access up to $70,000 in down payment assistance. Cost: Free (Online option available) My First Home Information Session Date & Time: Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 6:00 PM free grants to buy a home
Waukegan Public Library , 128 North County Street, Waukegan, IL Covers the home-buying process and how to obtain
While there is no single federal program that hands out "free money" to buy a home, many people have successfully used "free" grants—funds that don't need to be repaid—to bridge the gap between their savings and a down payment. These success stories usually involve a combination of state programs, local non-profits, and private lender credits that function like a gift. Where the "Free Money" Comes From These success stories usually involve a combination of
Organizations like the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation (TSAHC) offer down payment assistance that can be structured as a grant, meaning it never has to be repaid.
Participants receive a completion certificate needed to qualify for financial assistance programs. Cost: Free First-Time Homebuyer Seminar Date & Time: Saturday, May 30, 2026, at 9:00 AM