Applications have closed for the AHTCC 2026 Recognition of Housing Tax Credit Excellence in honor of Charles L. Edson, celebrating outstanding affordable housing developments and organizations that have demonstrated impactful use of the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (Housing Credit). Recipients will be recognized at a ceremony in Washington, DC on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, with Members of Congress representing selected properties invited to speak.

The 2025 Recognition of Housing Tax Credit Excellence Honorees were recognized at a ceremony on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, in Washington, DC.

The ten honorees of the 2025 Recognition of Housing Tax Credit Excellence represent 10 Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (Housing Credit) developments that strengthen communities, improve resident opportunities and support economies across the country. Honorees who received recognition of Housing Tax Credit Excellence include affordable housing developments across eight states and one U.S. territory, with locations in rural areas such as Clinton, Tennessee, and Cortez, Colorado, and in metropolitan areas including New Orleans and Los Angeles.