Apply now for funding to expand affordable housing in the region!

The Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) is accepting applications for the second Notice of Funds Available under the Regional Early Action Planning (REAP) 2.0-funded Lasting Affordability Program. This competitive grant supports housing trust funds and catalyst funds working to create more housing supply and affordability across the region. Applications are due January 20, 2026.

$20M is available through this competitive opportunity to support established housing trust funds and catalyst funds with innovative, ready-to-launch financing programs.

REAP 2.0 is a flexible program that seeks to accelerate progress toward state housing goals and climate commitments through a strengthened partnership between the state, its regions, and local entities. Through REAP 2.0, approximately $560M was made available statewide for projects that lead to transformative policy outcomes and accelerate the implementation of regional and local plans that achieve the state's priority planning goals.

The goal is for these trusts to expand finance tools and lending products that create supply, choice, and ongoing affordability through a mix of housing types and price ranges, including those for households at or below area median income.

The call for applications closes Jan 20th. Find out more!