Moving to Work Demonstration Program

Objective

Moving to Work (MTW) is a demonstration program for public housing authorities (PHAs) that provides opportunities to design and test innovative, locally designed strategies that use Federal dollars more efficiently, help residents find employment and become self-sufficient, and increase housing choices for low-income families. MTW allows PHAs exemptions from many existing public housing and voucher rules and provides funding flexibility with how they use their Federal funds.

Who Can Apply

• Local (includes State-designated lndian Tribes, excludes institutions of higher education and hospitals

Public housing agencies administering the Public Housing program and/or the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program may be selected by the Secretary to participate.

Who Benefits

• Low Income

Low-income public housing and voucher residents.

Assistance Types

• Formula Grants

Program Contact

john.m.concannon@hud.gov
6179948436