Wicomico

Maryland Affordable Housing Trust Awards $1.4 Million for Plumbing Access Program

October 15, 2025

Wicomico County, MD - The Maryland Affordable Housing Trust has announced funding awards totaling $1,400,000 through its Plumbing Poverty Program. The grants will support plumbing access and upgrades for low-income households across six Maryland counties.

Grant Recipients

Five organizations received funding through the program:

The County Commissioners of Charles County
The County Commissioners of Worcester County
Habitat for Humanity Wicomico County, Inc.
Rebuilding Together Howard County, Inc.
SHORE UP!, Inc.

The awards will serve households in Charles, Howard, Queen Anne's, Somerset, Wicomico, and Worcester counties.

Program Objectives

The Plumbing Poverty Program addresses water access issues that affect the quality of life for low-income Maryland residents. The two-year grants enhance existing government and nonprofit plumbing rehabilitation programs. These programs assist scattered-site, owner-occupied households within local communities.

The program supports the Maryland Affordable Housing Trust's mission to increase affordable housing availability. It focuses on households earning less than 50% of the Area Median Income, with particular emphasis on those earning less than 30%.

Local Impact

Wicomico County Executive Julie Giordano commented on the funding's significance for the region.

"With grant funding from the Maryland Affordable Housing Trust, we're able to provide much-needed assistance to some of Wicomico County most vulnerable homeowners," said Wicomico County Executive Julie Giordano. "Through the Wicomico County Housing Rehabilitation Program, these funds will help low-income families, seniors, and individuals with disabilities make essential indoor and outdoor plumbing and home repairs-ensuring they can continue living safely in homes with fully functional water systems."

The grants will enable essential plumbing repairs and improvements for vulnerable populations including families, seniors, and individuals with disabilities.

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