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<\/a><\/a>\n\u201cEnsuring families have the tools they need to secure clear ownership of their homes lays the groundwork for stronger, more resilient communities,\u201d said Bonvenu Bank Vice President of Community Development Michael Colston. \u201cThese organizations are doing essential work to help residents preserve their homes for future generations.\u201d<\/p>
\nThe following organizations received funding:<\/p>
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- \nFuller Center of Northwest Louisiana, Shreveport: $100,000.<\/b> The Fuller Center of Northwest Louisiana provides affordable housing solutions and home repairs to strengthen neighborhoods and support low-income families<\/li>\n
- \nThe Highland Center, Shreveport: $25,000.<\/b> The Highland Center is a community hub offering resources, programming and space for local organizations to foster neighborhood development and engagement<\/li>\n
- \nShreveport Bar Foundation, Shreveport: $150,000.<\/b> The Shreveport Bar Foundation delivers pro bono civil legal services, including assistance with title and housing issues, to low-income individuals and families<\/li>\n
- \nThe Fuller Center of Webster, Springhill: $25,000.<\/b> The Fuller Center of Webster works to improve housing stability for local residents through homebuilding and repair initiatives<\/li>\n<\/ul>
\nHeirs\u2019 property refers to land or homes passed down without a will or clear title, often resulting in complicated shared ownership across generations. Without documented ownership, families may struggle to maintain their homes or protect their property from legal disputes.<\/p>
\n\u201cHeirs\u2019 property issues can prevent families from accessing critical resources and long-term economic opportunities,\u201d said Greg Hettrick, senior vice president and director of Community Investment at FHLB Dallas. \u201cThrough the Pathway Fund and members like Bonvenu Bank, we\u2019re able to help organizations that are providing essential guidance and support so families can protect their homes and their futures.\u201d<\/p>
\nThe four organizations that received funding will provide property financial literacy programs, help residents execute wills and\/or provide legal assistance to clear property titles.<\/p>
\nFHLB Dallas and 15 participating members awarded $4.3 million in Pathway Fund grants to 42 organizations last year. The 2026 application window begins Monday, August 3, and offers $3 million. Learn more about the Pathway Fund<\/a> and how to apply<\/a>.<\/p>
\nAbout Bonvenu Bank<\/b><\/p>
\nBonvenu Bank is a community bank in Louisiana offering a wide range of banking services for individuals and businesses. Formerly Citizens National Bank, Bonvenu Bank was established in 1985 and operates 14 full-service branch locations across Louisiana. With a longstanding commitment to building a prosperous future for the communities it serves, Bonvenu Bank has been a trusted financial partner in Northwest Louisiana for 40 years.<\/p>
\nAbout the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas<\/b><\/p>
\nThe Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas is one of 11 district banks in the FHLBank System created by Congress in 1932. With total assets of $97.1 billion as of March 31, 2026, FHLB Dallas is a member-owned cooperative that supports housing and community development by providing competitively priced loans and credit products to approximately 780 members and associated institutions in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico and Texas. For more information, visit fhlb.com<\/i><\/b><\/a>.<\/p>
- \nThe Highland Center, Shreveport: $25,000.<\/b> The Highland Center is a community hub offering resources, programming and space for local organizations to foster neighborhood development and engagement<\/li>\n