City of Jacksonville announces new down payment assistance program

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The city of Jacksonville announced the launch of a down payment assistance program Thursday.

The program will allocate $2 million in local funding to support individuals and families as they move from renters to homeowners, according to Mayor Donna Deegan.

The goal is to support potential buyers who don’t qualify for federal assistance but who need some help to meet their down payment requirements.

Deegan, Councilmember Ju’Coby Pittman, and other city leaders attended the announcement ceremony.

“My vision for Jacksonville is a city where every person every single one of us has the opportunity to thrive,” Deegan said.