Catalyst Training

Designed specifically for finance and accounting staff, this webinar provides a practical overview of SHIP funding requirements and financial management responsibilities. Participants will learn the fundamentals of SHIP budgeting, expenditure tracking, set-asides, administrative caps, encumbrance deadlines, reporting requirements, and program income management. The training will also address common audit findings, financial reconciliation practices, and coordination […]

This webinar will focus on reviewing state and federal funding sources that can be used to increase access to homeownership, including FHFC programs, CDBG, and HOME. Participants will learn how these state and federal funds can be leveraged for maximum impact. Presenters will also discuss tools and strategies that can incentivize the creation of affordable […]

Learn more about different approaches to home building - manufactured homes, modular homes, 3-D printed homes. We will talk about land use policy and regulations to allow and facilitate these homes at affordable price points, including implications of House Bill 399 signed into law in 2026 related to off-site constructed homes. We will also hear […]

This is an engaging and practical webinar designed to help SHIP grantees strengthen and refine their purchase assistance program. This session will explore best practices, common pitfalls, and innovative strategies to ensure your program is efficient, compliant, and market responsive. Whether you’re looking to improve outreach, streamline processes, or enhance long-term affordability measures, this webinar […]

This session walks through a year-round timeline of SHIP responsibilities, addressing activities that occur year-round, along with seasonal tasks. The presenters will review the sections of the Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP) and offer guidance on implementing LHAP strategies. Participants will gain insights into effective tracking, reporting, fiscal management, and compliance practices.