American Heritage Credit Union (“American Heritage”) is partnering with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh (“FHLBank of Pittsburgh”) to offer first-time homebuyer programs to help members afford and better navigate the homebuying process.
American Heritage members can receive up to $15,000 through the annual First Front Door grant to use toward homebuying costs. Additionally, American Heritage offers the My CU Home Connection Program™, a comprehensive homebuying and selling service.
First Front Door (FFD) $15,000 Grant
In the First Front Door Grant Program, American Heritage works with the FHLBank of Pittsburgh to assist first-time homebuyers with the down payment and closing costs for their new home with up to $15,000 in funding. Borrowers who contribute $1,500 of their own funds will be eligible for a maximum grant of $15,000. These grants are designed to help first-time homebuyers who meet certain income requirements with down payments and closing costs associated with the purchase and financing of a home.
Grant funds are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Funds will become available on May 19, 2026. Those who are interested in the program and deemed eligible will be automatically enrolled by completing a pre-approval for a mortgage with American Heritage.
First Front Door KEYS (FFD KEYS) $15,000 Grant
American Heritage is proud to also partner with FHLBank of Pittsburgh on the KEYS Grant of the First Front Door Program. To receive this grant worth up to $15,000, borrowers must be a minority or first-generation first-time homebuyer and contribute $1,500 or more towards their home’s down payment and closing costs.
Grant funds are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Funds will become available on April 7, 2026. Those who are interested in the program and deemed eligible will be automatically enrolled by completing a pre-approval for a mortgage with American Heritage.
My CU Home Connection™
My CU Home Connection™ offers a progressive homebuying and selling service that bundles the searching, buying, and selling processes to help you save on your next home. Real estate clients can receive benefits and discounts from all service providers. To qualify for the program and its benefits, borrowers must register at no cost or obligation by visiting MyCUHomeConnection.com/Registration. Once registered, a My CU Home Connection™ Concierge will contact you personally and advise you of the next steps.
“We are thrilled to continue providing our membership with even more funding opportunities and educational home shopping and financing programs to help fulfill their dreams of home ownership,” stated Bruce K. Foulke, president & CEO of American Heritage. “We know how challenging home affordability has become, and we’re excited to once again partner with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh to offer the First Front Door Grant alongside our My CU Home Connection Program™. These resources will help our members start their home ownership journey on the right foot, and we are proud to help make the homebuying process more affordable, personalized, and simple.”