We are thrilled to share that after months of planning and ongoing renovation, the HTOC 5-Plex rental project at 835 2nd Street in Ouray is now accepting applications and will be welcoming residents in the Spring! This project represents another meaningful step forward in our mission to grow an inclusive, economically diverse community by providing permanently affordable housing for income-qualified households in Ouray County. …
We’re proud to share that the Ouray Regional partnership, including the Town of Ridgway, City of Ouray, Ouray County, and Home Trust of Ouray County, has successfully completed the 25 affordable housing unit commitments required under Proposition 123 for the initial 2023–2026 compliance cycle nearly one year ahead of schedule. This marks the first regional approach of its kind in Colorado, demonstrating the power of …
The Home Trust of Ouray County is proud to share that Housing Services Director, Eva Henson, was recently featured in the Ouray County Plaindealer article, “Housing director touts ’passion and purpose.’” The article highlights Eva’s nearly two decades of experience working in Colorado mountain communities, as well as her firsthand understanding of deed-restricted housing as a homeowner. Drawing from both …
We’re thrilled to welcome Amanda Gerhardt as the Home Trust of Ouray County’s new Finance Director. Amanda brings deep expertise in affordable housing, nonprofit finance, and development particularly across Colorado’s Western Slope. Prior to joining the Home Trust, she served as Executive Director for a Habitat for Humanity affiliate, where she led major organizational growth, tripling housing production and significantly expanding the organization’s …
We’re excited to share that Home Trust of Ouray County has officially been selected to provide Housing Administrative Services for Ouray County, the City of Ouray, and the Town of Ridgway! This collaborative agreement is a big step forward for the county as we work together to expand access to affordable and attainable housing. Home Trust will lead a wide …
On behalf of the Home Trust of Ouray County, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who made Sunday’s 4th Annual Home Tour such a wonderful success! It was a beautiful day for the 120 community members touring the amazing homes – raising over $16,000. To our sponsors, your generosity made this event possible and continues to support …
The Home Trust is excited to announce we met the match! and deeply grateful to the Western Colorado Community Foundation (WCCF) for their extraordinary $50,000 matching challenge, made possible through the Bruce Dixson Fund and the Dave and Mary Wood Fund. Because of their generosity, every donation made to this campaign was matched dollar-for-dollar up to $50,000—doubling the impact of each …
We’re thrilled to invite you to the 2025 Ouray Home Tour, benefiting the Home Trust of Ouray County, happening Sunday, November 9, from 1–4 p.m. This annual tradition invites you to explore four inspiring Ouray homes, each celebrated for its unique history, artistry, and craftsmanship. As you wander from home to home, enjoy live music, delicious food, desserts and drinks …
New Affordable Housing Project: “Hank’s Place” We’re excited to share that Home Trust of Ouray County has purchased its fifth affordable housing property, a Triplex at 835 2nd Street in Ouray! The 5,652-square-foot building will soon be converted into a 5-unit rental property, helping address the urgent need for affordable housing in our community. Renovations have begun and will result …
After months of quiet momentum, we have raised more than 55% of our goal – $772K so far! Thus, we are thrilled to announce the public launch of our Affordable Housing NOW Campaign and we’re kicking it off with a $50,000 Matching Challenge! Thanks to Western Colorado Community Foundation, through their Bruce Dixson and Dave and Mary Wood funds, every …
Our Annual Membership Drive runs from June 19th to August 28th – with a chance to win one of 5 prizes totaling $3,660 in value! Be a part of the solution – become a Home Trust of Ouray County Member For only $25 per person or $25o per business you can feel good about belonging to an organization making an …
We’re still riding the high from this year’s Ourayce 10K Fun Run — and it’s all thanks to YOU, our sponsors, volunteers and runners! On a picture-perfect 4th of July morning, 209 runners (up from 120 last year!) hit the streets of Ouray at 7,800′ in festive gear and unstoppable spirit. From the Bald Eagle to Uncle Sam to all the amazing …
Home Trust of Ouray County is thrilled to share news of our next affordable housing initiative – an important preservation project in the City of Ouray. We are currently under contract to purchase a triplex, which we plan to renovate and expand into a five-unit affordable rental property. This transformation will increase the number of affordable homes available and help …
Located at 779 & 783 Northa Laura Street Ridgwy, this project is preventing the displacement of two income-qualified families with long-standing ties to the community who fill valuable roles in the County’s workforce, ensuring they can continue to live, work, and send their children to school in the same community. In December 2021 the Home Trust of Ouray County received …
We are thrilled to announce that, thanks to the incredible generosity of donors like you, we successfully met our $50,000 matching challenge! This support is crucial in continuing the forward momentum of our various affordable housing projects into 2025. Home Trust of Ouray County extends our heartfelt thanks to all of our donors and supporters this year. Your commitment to our mission …
Want to Double Your Impact and get a tax credit while donating to a meaningful cause? Thanks to a deeply generous donor, every donation made to Home Trust between now and December 31st, 2024, will be matched dollar-for-dollar—up to $50,000 – through our “Building Homes & Thriving Communities” year-end giving campaign! This Matching Campaign means your gift will have double …
We are excited to see our Park Side Duplex take new shape and color every day (see images below). This is Home Trust’s first affordable homebuyer project and the preliminary application process ends November 4th so visit our website to get your applicaiton in today! And in other great news: Western Colorado Community Foundation has awarded funds from the Ouray County …
The 3rd Annual Home Tour, October 6th, was a lovely day of community giving, gathering and connecting – a day which helps us all to remember and be grateful for why we live in this beautiful place with wonderful people who care about one another, and about affordable housing. Thank you to all who participated as a guest, homeowner, …
Home Trust secured $20,000 in funding from Enterprise Community Partners, an organization working to “invest in and advocate for the preservation and production of good homes people can afford”. This funding was committed to a renovation project we are undertaking for our 6-Plex apartments in Ouray (photo above). When we purchased the property to preserve it as affordable housing some of …
Being a Member of the Home Trust is a great way to support us, keep updated on what we are doing and how you can be involved. For only a $25 donation per year ($250 for businesses, which includes some good PR) you can feel like part of our team, one that is working hard to keep our community inclusive …
The 41st Annual Ourayce, a 10K fun run in Ouray on July 4th to benefit Home Trust of Ouray County was a success with 170 runners (a new record!) from all across the country participating to raise almost $16,000 for our affordable housing projects. Big thanks to all our volunteers that made this a smooth and super fun event! Board …
Would you like to volunteer for the Home Trust? We have events coming up that will get you connected with our community (we are talking happy live music connected…) while helping a great cause. The 41st Annual Ourayce, a 10K fun run in Ouray, that Home Trust has hosted for the past 2 years, is returning July 4th. We have …
