Eligibility (general guidance)
Open to New York veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness; some programs also serve very low-income veteran families. Confirm specific requirements on the official site or with an accredited Veterans Service Officer.
How to apply
Summarized from the program's official site (hcr.ny.gov), checked Aug 18, 2026. Always confirm details with the program.
- Go to housingsearch.hcr.ny.gov to view all 4% and 9% tax credit portfolio listings.
- Find an affordable housing development that is holding a lottery or accepting applications for a waitlist.
- Apply to the building owner for the development you choose, because the owner handles applications, lotteries, and waiting lists.
What to expect
HCR says it does not conduct lotteries, maintain waiting lists, or receive applications from prospective tenants. The building owner is responsible for marketing and lease-up of affordable apartments in HCR-financed developments.
Contact
- Call the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans at 1-877-424-383824/7 — connects veterans who are homeless or at risk with local help.
- Serves all of New York
Next step
See every New York program for this need, how they fit together, and what to try first.
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Source: New York State Department of Veterans' Services, the official New York state veterans agency. Details can change; confirm directly with the program.
More verified resources in New York
Dial 2-1-1 or search 211.org for Syracuse-area emergency shelter, rent and utility assistance, and homeless veteran outreach. Local 2-1-1 specialists screen for veteran-specific programs (HUD-VASH, SSVF, GPD) and connect callers to the nearest intake point.
Dial 2-1-1 or search 211.org for Rochester-area emergency shelter, rent and utility assistance, and homeless veteran outreach. Local 2-1-1 specialists screen for veteran-specific programs (HUD-VASH, SSVF, GPD) and connect callers to the nearest intake point.
Dial 2-1-1 or search 211.org for Buffalo-area emergency shelter, rent and utility assistance, and homeless veteran outreach. Local 2-1-1 specialists screen for veteran-specific programs (HUD-VASH, SSVF, GPD) and connect callers to the nearest intake point.
Dial 2-1-1 or search 211.org for Brooklyn-area emergency shelter, rent and utility assistance, and homeless veteran outreach. Local 2-1-1 specialists screen for veteran-specific programs (HUD-VASH, SSVF, GPD) and connect callers to the nearest intake point.