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Celebrating Berry Ranch
Late last year, ROSE Community Development Corporation and Mercy Housing Northwest celebrated the groundbreaking of Berry Ranch, their newest affordable housing community in the Portland Metro area. When complete, Berry Ranch will feature a three-story U-shaped building with 50 affordable, energy-efficient homes set aside for families and individuals with disabilities. This will meet a critical
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“Food is not just about fuel. Food is about family. Food is about community. Food is about identity. And we nourish all those things when we eat well.” – Michael Pollan What would you say if someone asked you what food you would plant in a community garden? Carrots? Tomatoes? Peas? Onions? Wait, onions? For
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Resident, Volunteer and Future...
Yvette and her family have called Mercy Housing Lakefront’s Batavia Apartments home for six years. Yvette was a high school junior, having moved with her mom and two siblings from nearby Aurora, Illinois. “Moving to Batavia was very helpful to my mom because she was a single mother, so we needed help.” One Foot in
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Loan Provided for Towne Gardens...
Investment will support the acquisition and rehabilitation needs of Towne Gardens in Buffalo, New York Mercy Community Capital (MCC) has purchased a $3,868,163 million portion of Housing Partnership Fund’s (HPF) $20.6 million loan to the National Housing Partnership Foundation (NHPF) and BFC Partners (BFC) to support the acquisition and rehabilitation needs of the Towne Gardens
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Historic Heritage Place
Exciting progress is unfolding in Savannah’s Cuyler-Brownsville neighborhood and renovations are on schedule for the 76 apartment homes at Heritage Place! This revitalization is more than just a construction endeavor — it’s a celebration of history, community, and the promise of a brighter future. The Cuyler-Brownsville neighborhood holds a special place in Savannah’s story. Established
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The Paragon Prepares to Bloom...
Later this year, The Paragon Apartments in Mauldin, South Carolina, will open its doors to low-income families and unhoused individuals. Conveniently located near medical facilities, educational institutions, and employment opportunities, this affordable housing community will offer 88 brand-new apartment homes. Residents will have free onsite amenities, including shared spaces, a gym, workstations, and a playground
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New Affordable Family Housing...
Leaders from El Dorado County and Mercy Housing California celebrate the groundbreaking of 65 affordable apartments for families and veterans. Mercy Housing California, El Dorado County, and development partners celebrated the groundbreaking of El Dorado Haven. This new multifamily housing community will include 65 affordable rental apartments for families, with 15 homes reserved for veterans
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From the Heart for the Heart...
For Resident Services Coordinator Ellie, the entire month of February revolves around heart health. As the American Heart Association (AHA) celebrates its 100th anniversary this year, Ellie has been planning and hosting heart-health-themed programming for residents at 12th & River and Eagle Senior Village, two Mercy Housing communities where she leads resident services programming. “I
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How Dr. Martin Luther King Jr's...
In 1966, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. relocated his family to Chicago’s Lawndale neighborhood, a community that had become a focal point of housing discrimination. At the time, Black residents were systematically excluded from living in the predominantly White, middle-class areas of the city. Partnering with local Chicago activists, Dr. King aimed to challenge these
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Mercy Housing announces new California...
Mercy Housing, Inc. is proud to announce the appointment of Tiffany Bohee as the new President of Mercy Housing California, effective January 6, 2025. A recognized leader in urban development and community transformation, Bohee will lead the organization’s statewide operations, including real estate development, fundraising, resident services, and local and state policy initiatives. Mercy Housing
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