Affordable Housing and Navigation Programs, Simplified and Scalable

Streamline housing access, coordination, and outcomes with tools built for public impact

Turn Housing Goals Into Outcomes

FORWARD helps governments and nonprofits manage affordable housing programs and housing navigation services in one secure, easy-to-use platform. From tracking unit availability to coordinating referrals and documenting services, we give your team the tools to act faster and serve smarter.

Trusted by Over 1,500 Governments & Nonprofits

Key results:

• Program launched with full support in English, Spanish, Khmer, and Tagalog
• Streamlined intake and lender pre-approval checks
• Strong local engagement and equitable access for underrepresented buyers

Program Use Cases

• Affordable housing placement and tracking
• Housing navigation and coordinated entry
• Voucher management (e.g. Section 8)
• Homelessness prevention and diversion
• Case coordination for high-barrier individuals and families

Real World Impact

Long Beach Expands Homeownership with Targeted Down Payment Assistance

The City of Long Beach partnered with FORWARD to deliver $20,000 in homebuyer assistance to first-time and first-generation buyers in CDBG-eligible areas earning under 150% of AMI. FORWARD ensured secure, multilingual applications and fraud prevention for efficient, equitable delivery.

Launch Programs That Build Housing Stability

With FORWARD, you can:

• Ensure compliance, track outcomes, and improve coordination across providers
• Centralize client records, services, and housing options
• Eliminate paper files and disconnected spreadsheets

Purpose-Built Tools for Affordable Housing & Navigation Programs

Centralized Housing Referrals

Log and manage referrals between case managers, housing partners, and landlords—reducing delays and missed connections.

Real-Time Housing Inventory Tracking

Keep an up-to-date list of available units, voucher status, and eligibility criteria—all in one searchable dashboard.

Client-Centered Case Management

Track individual housing plans, service touchpoints, and progress toward permanent housing—without spreadsheets.

Document and Eligibility Management

Collect, store, and verify income documentation, vouchers, and program eligibility with role-based access controls.

Reduction in Manual Admin Work: 100% Faster Program Launch: 50% Audit-Readiness for Compliance and Reporting: 3x

Ready to Strengthen Your Housing Access Programs?

Let’s talk. We’ll show you how FORWARD helps public agencies and nonprofits deliver affordable housing and navigation services more efficiently with transparency and care.