CNHED conducts public education and advocacy in a number of ways, including participating in public hearings, researching relevant issues, supporting community rallies and meeting with city officials. Over the years, CNHED has become one of the most effective advocacy organizations in the District. Our efforts have helped to gain $390 million in funding for the Housing Production Trust Fund and $52 million for the Local Rent Supplement Program.
Recent Advocacy Successes
Housing Production Trust Fund
Conducted a successful campaign to stabilize funding of at least $70 million per year beginning FY 2010 (subject to appropriation)
Home Purchase Assistance Program
Conducted a successful campaign to regain funding and restart the program
Local Rent Supplement Program
Helped the DC Housing Authority develop standard operating procedures for the program
Supportive Housing
Advanced DC agencies’ coordination of special needs/supportive housing funding; gained commitment for a consolidated RFP | 
