Revive Home Repair Grant Program
Revive is an annual program to support existing homeowners with assistance for qualified deferred maintenance repairs and accessibility upgrades. The program, from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis, can help homeowners afford certain costly repairs and accessibility upgrades that allow them to retain home value. Revive funds are exclusively available to households who work with a participating bank like American Community Bank.
Qualified households may receive up to $15,000 in grants for home rehabilitation projects!
A few more details:
- Funding starts May 15 and ends when funds are exhausted
- Begin your application now
- Funds are available on a first-come, first-serve basis until available funds are exhausted
- Income requirements are at or below 80% AMI (Area Median Income) based on household size
- The maximum subsidy cannot exceed $15,000
- Funding can be used towards a list of approved repair and rehabilitation projects
- You must own your primary residence
- You must be current on mortgage and property tax obligations
Qualified deferred maintenance repairs include, but are not limited to:
- HVAC systems and ductwork
- Roofing/chimney
- Water heaters
- Windows
- Siding
- Well/septic systems
- Gutters/downspouts/soffit/fascia
- Exterior doors/garage doors
- Insulation or weatherization
- Sump pump systems
Qualified accessibility and safety repairs include, but are not limited to:
- Entry ramps/steps/stairs
- Widened doorways
- Internal chair or wheelchair lifts
- ADA toilet upgrades
- Mold/mildew remediation
- Shower modifications/grab bars
- Levered door handles
- Relocation of washer/dryer
- Interior/exterior handrails

Erin Hott
Loan Officer
NMLS: 1379970
Location: Schererville Office
Phone: (219) 440-5990

Michael Pastrick
Loan Officer
NMLS: 1539355
Location: Schererville Office
Phone: (219) 440-5990

Brian Wieser
Loan Officer
NMLS: 1576094
Location: Schererville Office
Phone: (219) 440-5990

Todd Williams
Senior Vice President, Lending
NMLS: 552314
Location: Schererville Office
Phone: (219) 440-5990