NVB Homeowner Assistance Fund

The Native Village of Barrow (NVB) Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF) helps lower-income NVB tribal member homeowners facing hardship: mortgage delinquency that could lead to foreclosure, utility disconnection, or health-and-safety home repairs that could displace the household. It can pay mortgage or utility arrears and home repairs. The program is available only until September 30, 2026, and all work and payments must be completed before that date, so apply as early as possible — it is first come, first served, with $743,529 allocated. 2026 income limits by household size: 1 person $121,400; 2 $138,750; 3 $156,100; 4 $173,400; 5 $187,300; 6 $201,150; 7 $215,050; 8 $228,900. Expect to provide tribal enrollment, a government-issued ID, proof of homeownership (deed or title), proof of income (pay stubs, 1099 or 1040), proof of hardship, the delinquent mortgage/utility/tax/insurance notice, and for repairs a licensed contractor quote or invoice plus the contractor's W-9. Use the 2026 Homeowner Assistance Fund application (fillable PDF on nvb-nsn.gov/arpa-department). For questions call (907) 852-4411 and ask for the ARPA Compliance Manager. Apply in person at the NVB office (6090 Boxer St, Utqiaġvik), by email to arpa.application@nvb-nsn.gov, or by fax to (907) 852-8844; questions: (907) 852-4411. Applications are processed in the order received and can take up to 15 business days. NVB no longer accepts incomplete applications — attach every required document before you submit. Checks are mailed unless you ask otherwise.