The Impact of Banking On Affordable Housing Preservation Efforts

Affordable housing is a cornerstone of stable communities and thriving economies. In Utah, the challenge of preserving affordable housing has become increasingly pressing. As the Utah Housing Preservation Fund, we are committed to addressing this issue by collaborating with industrial investment banks. By leveraging their financial expertise and resources, we aim to create sustainable solutions that ensure long-term affordability for our residents.

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Utah’s housing preservation fund is built for impact and partnership by Steve Waldrip

This opinion article was written by Steve Waldrip, Utah’s senior adviser for housing strategy and innovation, and published in the Deseret News. "Utah is facing a housing crisis marked by a severe shortage of affordable units. This shortage places unprecedented pressure on our existing housing stock, exacerbating the struggles of our most vulnerable residents, and increasing the risk of homelessness as deed restrictions expire and housing options dwindle..."

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Economic Empowerment and Mobility through Affordable Housing

By emphasizing the importance of affordable housing in economic empowerment and mobility, this blog post highlights the vital work of the Utah Housing Preservation Fund in building a more equitable and prosperous future for all Utahns.

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Prescribing Homes: How Healthcare Organizations Address Housing as a Social Determinant of Health

The Utah Housing Preservation Fund (UHPF) collaborates with major healthcare organizations like Optum Bank (UnitedHealth Group) and Intermountain Health (IH) to improve public health by acquiring, improving, and managing affordable housing units in the community. Housing, as one of the best-researched social determinants of health, has proven to be a distinguished factor affecting health and wellness.

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The Mission of the Utah Housing Preservation Fund

By focusing on existing affordable housing properties, UHPF aims to create a sustainable and inclusive housing ecosystem for the benefit of the entire community. Through a multifaceted approach encompassing the purchase, deed restriction, and meticulous management of properties, the Fund ensures that Utah's current affordable housing stock remains accessible to those who need it most.

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The Future of Social Impact: PRI Investing and Housing Affordability

In the ever-evolving landscape of social impact, one of the most interesting changes that we believe is the future of social impact models and investing is accountability. Traditional models of relying solely on fundraising are gradually giving way to innovative approaches that prioritize accountability of their impact and long-term sustainability. One such approach gaining traction is Program-Related Investments (PRI) – a powerful tool empowering...

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