City of Fort Pierce

Monday, November 3, 2025

Contact: Kaitlyn Ballard, Marketing & Communications Manager   

772.742.9835 | kballard@cityoffortpierce.com 

News Release #69-25

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

City of Fort Pierce to Launch Funded Grant Programs for 2025–2026

Foreclosure Assistance and Residential Rehabilitation Programs Opening for Eligible Residents

FORT PIERCE, FL – The City of Fort Pierce’s Grants Administration Division is pleased to announce the launch of two important community housing programs for the 2025–2026 funding cycle: the Foreclosure Assistance Program and the Residential Rehabilitation Program. These initiatives are designed to help strengthen housing stability and improve the quality of life for Fort Pierce residents.

Applications will open on Monday, January 5, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. and will remain open until all funds have been expended. A total of $356,368 in State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) funds has been allocated to support these efforts. Funding will assist income-eligible households located within the city limits of Fort Pierce, helping homeowners avoid foreclosure, make essential home repairs, and ensure safe and sustainable housing conditions.

Applications will be accepted and processed on a first-submitted, first-qualified, first-served basis, subject to the availability of funds. “These programs represent our continued commitment to supporting residents and preserving affordable housing within the City of Fort Pierce,” said Donnella Clarke, Grants Division Manager. “By investing in our neighborhoods, we are not only helping families maintain their homes but also strengthening our entire community.”

Mandatory Orientation Required: To ensure applicants are fully informed, attendance at a Mandatory Orientation is required prior to submitting an application. Orientation sessions will provide detailed information about eligibility criteria, documentation requirements, and the application process. Applications will not be reviewed without proof of orientation attendance.

For additional program information, including eligibility requirements, application instructions, and orientation schedules, please visit the City’s official website at https://cityoffortpierce.com/503/Open-Grant-Opportunities