Over $710,800 has been raised for Polk County Housing Trust Fund’s Stable Steady Strong investment campaign, a new high for the annual fundraising effort that ends each June, the group announced. Money raised pays for services to help people find and keep stable housing in Polk County.

“Contributions to this program provide needed flexibility to invest where the need is greatest and help fill gaps in local services,” Toby O’Berry, the group’s executive director, said in a prepared statement.

The Stable Steady Strong campaign is funded by individuals, businesses and foundations including Principal Foundation with a $250,000 investment.

“This investment will continue to give residents of Polk County the resources to access essential needs, such as affordable, stable housing. By helping to remove barriers, Polk County Housing Trust Fund is empowering people and the community so they can build better financial futures,” Jo Christine Miles, director of Principal Foundation and Community Relations, said in a prepared statement.

Money from Stable Steady Strong is provided through grants to local nonprofits providing programs and supportive services that focus on housing stability, affordability, justice and accessibility.