Port Gamble S’Klallam
Housing Authority
Mission Statement:
“The PGST Housing Authority is dedicated to creating safe, affordable housing opportunities for all tribal members. We strive to promote self-sufficiency and community empowerment, rooted in the values of trust, culture, and sovereignty. By prioritizing affordable housing programs and home ownership opportunities, we aim to enrich the land and legacy of the S’Klallam people for future generations”.
IMPORTANT UPDATE TO OFFICE HOURS:
Starting January 1, 2026, the following office hours will be in effect:
Monday – Wednesday & Fridays: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, walk ins welcome!
Thursdays: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, by appointment only.
Programs and Services
- Rental Assistance Program: Assists eligible households, whose income is below 80% the Area Median Income, with move-in costs and monthly assistance for off reservation rentals within Kitsap County.
- Move-In Rental Assistance Program: Assists eligible households, whose income is above 80% the Area Median Income, with move-in costs, up to $5,000.00, for off reservation rentals within Kitsap County.
- Down-Payment Assistance: Out of Funding- Will post notification when applications open up in 2026.
Assists eligible households who are purchasing a home with down payment costs, up to $10,000.00, and closing costs, up to $5,000.00. - Home Repair: Out of Funding- Will post notification when applications open up in 2026.
Assists eligible PGST homeowners with home repairs necessary to keep a home safe, habitable and a healthy living environment. - Low-Rent Program: Assists eligible households, whose income is below at least 50% or 80% the Area Median Income, with on-reservation rental housing.
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Program: Assists eligible households, whose income is below at least 30%, 40%, or 60% the Area Median Income, with on-reservation rental housing.
Current Tenant Info
- Low-Rent Program: S’Klallam Hill, Kwayachen Ct, Bud Purser Cabins, Senior Housing, Teekalet: CLICK HERE
- Warrior Ridge Phase I: Fighter Drive, Brave Rd: CLICK HERE
- Warrior Ridge Phase II: Protector Rd: CLICK HERE
Tenant Portal Information:
- Tenant Portal Login (If you do not already have a login, please contact our office and we will email you a registration link!)
Contact Info
Housing Main Line: (360) 297-6350
Kara Horton, Executive Director
karah@pgst.nsn.us or (360) 297-6351
Stormy Purser, Administrative Assistant
stormy.purser@pgst.nsn.us or (360) 297-6350 x. 0
Kyle Loescher, Project Manager
kloescher@pgst.nsn.us or (360) 340-5853
Katarina Krieger, Resident Services Specialist
katarinak@pgst.nsn.us or (360) 297-6350 x. 5826
Cathy Jordan, Resident Services Specialist
cjordan@pgst.nsn.us or (360) 297-6346
Tina Leany, Senior Accountant
tinal@pgst.nsn.us or (360) 297-6349
Whitley Cox, Accounting Assistant
wcox@pgst.nsn.us or (360) 297-6348
Board of Commissioners
Vice-Chair: Josh DeCoteau-McLeod
Commissioner: Francine Swift
Commissioner: Will Swift
Commissioner: Jacob Sullivan
Commissioner: VACANT
Applications
Rental Assistance Application – Off-Reservation
Housing News & Updates
Board of Commissioners – PGST Housing Authority
The Port Gamble S’Klallam Housing Authority is seeking to fill a position on the Board of Commissioners. The appointment is until February 2028. Duties include: attend monthly meetings (2.5 to 4 hours), review financial statements, review and approve policies,...
Housing Authority -BOC Opening
The Port Gamble S’Klallam Housing Authority is seeking to fill a position on the Board of Commissioners. The appointment is until February 2027. Duties include: attend monthly meetings (2.5 to 4 hours), review financial statements, review and approve policies,...