Workforce Initiative Subsidy for Homeownership (WISH) Program

The Workforce Initiative Subsidy for Homeownership (WISH) Program is now open and accepting Applications

• 4 to 1 Matching Grant
• After 5 years 100% of grant is forgiven if buyer remains living in the property
• $30,000 maximum match per household
• Must be a first-time homebuyer
• Must be at 80% median income limits
• Subject to availability of funds

Example of how the 4 to 1 matching grant works:
Amount of money borrower has in savings and contributes to purchase: $7,500
Amount of money WISH matches (4 to 1): $30,000
Total money for home purchase: $37,500

2024 WISH Limits

80% of Area Median Income for Orange County (will vary by county)
(subject to change)