The annual Charles L. Edson Tax Credit Excellence Awards (Edson Awards) recognize outstanding affordable housing developments and organizations that have demonstrated especially impactful use of the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (Housing Credit). Award recipients are recognized at an awards ceremony in Washington, DC, with members of Congress representing winning properties invited to present the awards.

Congratulations to the recipients of the 2021 Edson Awards. The winners of the 27th annual Edson Awards represent Housing Credit developments across 9 states that strengthen communities, improve resident opportunities and support economies across the country, with locations in rural areas such as Scarborough, Maine, and Jackson, Michigan; and in urban communities including Chicago, Milwaukee and Columbus.

The 27th annual Edson Awards were presented at the AHTCC’s Fall Meeting and Edson Awards ceremony in Washington, DC on September 23, 2021. Many awardees also received recognition from members of their Congressional delegation through being joined in person by members of Congress at the event, video remarks, and congratulatory letters and quotes.

Click on the images below to learn more about the 2021 Edson Award winners and recognition from their congressional delegation.