The Beverly Faull Affordable Housing Leadership Award

The Beverly Faull Affordable Housing Leadership Award is named in memory of accomplished real estate veteran Beverly Faull and recognizes an individual or organization that has demonstrated leadership in expanding access to homeownership and affordable housing finance solutions.

As a well-respected veteran in the MLS and housing industry and one of Down Payment Resource’s (DPR's) first employees, Faull truly believed in the company’s mission to provide greater access and awareness to down payment assistance programs.

What We Look For

The ideal candidate will be an individual or organization that demonstrates leadership, passion, relentless commitment, and measurable results in expanding access to homeownership and affordable housing finance solutions.

Strong nominations demonstrate:

Leadership: A strong commitment to expanding access to sustainable homeownership.

Impact: Meaningful, measurable results for homebuyers, communities or the housing industry.

Innovation: New approaches, programs, partnerships or solutions that address barriers to homeownership.

Collaboration: An ability to bring organizations, professionals or communities together to create broader impact.

Commitment: Sustained advocacy or service that advances affordable homeownership opportunities.

Looking for inspiration? Meet our past award recipients and learn how they have advanced affordable homeownership.

Frequently Asked Questions:

When do nominations begin?
Nominations open October 1, 2026.

When will DPR select the award recipient?
Nominations are due by December 10, 2026 and the recipient will be announced in February 2027.

Who decides the award recipient?
A designated selection committee reviews all nominations, evaluates submissions, and determines the recipient.

What is the Emerging Leader Award, and how can someone be nominated for it?
The Emerging Leader Award is a special recognition created to honor early-career professionals who are making an outsized impact in expanding access to affordable homeownership. It is not a separate nomination category; all nominations submitted for the Beverly Faull Affordable Housing Leadership Award are automatically considered.

For purposes of the Emerging Leader Award, DPR considers both the nominee’s career stage and the significance of their impact relative to their time in the housing industry.

The Emerging Leader Award may not be presented every year and is reserved for a nominee whose leadership and impact particularly stand out to the selection committee.

Is there a prize associated with the award?
Yes. DPR will make a $5,000 donation to a nonprofit focused on affordable housing or homeownership chosen by the recipient of the Beverly Faull Affordable Housing Leadership Award.

If an Emerging Leader Award is presented, DPR will make a $2,500 donation to a nonprofit focused on affordable housing or homeownership selected by that recipient.

How can I nominate someone?
Complete and submit the nomination form below by December 10, 2026.

Can I nominate someone anonymously?
No. We need your contact information in case follow-up is required. Nominator details are not shared with third parties.

Can I nominate myself?
Yes.

What is required of the award recipient?
Recipients may be asked to provide a high-resolution photo and participate in a brief interview for future communications. All materials will be shared for review prior to publication.

Can previous award recipients be nominated again?
Yes. Previous recipients become eligible again five years after their award year.

Who do I contact with questions?
Contact Melinda Harris at mharris@downpaymentresource.com.