About Us

Teamwork makes the dream work.

PimaTucson Housing Innovation Hub is a dynamic collaboration between the Tucson Industrial Development Authority and the Pima Industrial Development Authority. Our innovative programs are funded through a shared commitment to blend public and private funding to address the unique opportunities within our ever-evolving housing market. Together, we strive to create solutions that meet the needs of our community to enhance and expand housing accessibility for all.

Why Housing Innovation Hub?

In addition to our dedicated to designing downpayment assistance programs that alleviate the financial burden faced by low to moderate-income families when purchasing home, we actively partner with local and national organizations to enhance access to essential resources.

Our focus extends to providing housing education, financial literacy, and wealth-building opportunities, as well as facilitating sustainable upgrades and necessary housing repairs. We strive to connect community members with immediate housing support, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to achieve their housing goals.

Our Work

Downpayment Assistance

Competitive market interest rates paired with between 0%-4% forgivable downpayment assistance (DPA.)

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Annual tax rebates

Receive up to $2,000 in tax rebates for the life of your mortgage with a Mortgage Credit Certificate.

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Equitable Green Financing

EarthWise provides no-collateral personal loans for home improvement projects for Arizona homeowners. No minimum credit score, no income limits, and no minimum asset or home equity required.

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Trusted Home Repair

The frustration with finding a reputable home repair contractor ends here. Our non-profit green bank carefully screens every contractor in our network to ensure quality from start to finish.

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Dream work

Program management & support team

Nicole Johnson, Business Development & Program Manager at Tucson IDA, and Patty Gonzalez, Director of Housing at CIC, are the primary support contacts interfacing with Lenders and community organizations to expand access, awareness and impact.