Navigation Legal Aid Expands Heir’s Property Project with Palm Beach County support
The Palm Beach County Department of Housing and Economic Development has secured a $500,000 grant from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta (FHL Bank) to bolster the Heirs’ Property Family Wealth Protection Fund. To maximize the impact, the Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners has approved a local funding match, bringing the total available assistance to $1 million. The Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County (LASPBC) will administer the grant and provide essential services.
Building on its existing two-year Heir’s Property Project, LASPBC will utilize the increased funding to expand its services countywide. The project assists low- to moderate-income residents with clearing property titles, estate planning, and other critical legal matters. Initially focused on Riviera Beach, the project will now extend its reach to all cities and towns within Palm Beach County.
“This funding is crucial in addressing the legal and financial challenges posed by heirs’ property, enabling families to preserve and transfer home equity,” said Tequisha Myles, the supervising attorney. “We are grateful for the support from FHL Bank of Atlanta and Palm Beach County, which will allow us to significantly expand our community impact.”
