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.

Large banks often provide "lender credits" to boost homeownership in specific areas. For example, Bank of America offers an "America’s Home Grant" of up to $7,500 that does not require repayment.

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

Thornton Community Connections , 9471 Dorothy Boulevard, Thornton, CO

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

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The best way to hear these stories and learn how to apply is through free educational seminars. Many of these provide certificates that are actually required to unlock certain grant funds. Date & Time: Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 9:00 AM

Garfield Community Center , 501 North Lacy Street, Santa Ana, CA