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Darcy: Building community one...
Darcy has lived in Atlanta for more than 70 years. Born in Henry County and now 74 years young, she has watched the city grow and change, but one thing has always mattered most to her: people. At Mercy Housing Southeast’s (MHSE) Reynoldstown Senior Apartments, Darcy is known as the “boss lady” of the food
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Breaking ground in Tacoma (again)...
In January, Mercy Housing Northwest celebrated the groundbreaking of their newest affordable housing community in Tacoma, 35th & Pacific. When completed, 35th & Pacific will feature 80 affordable homes across five levels for individuals and families at 30%, 50%, and 60% of area median income. The community will also feature surface parking, a one-story wing
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The top five stories of 2025...
2025 brought powerful moments of progress and possibility. Across our work and the communities we serve, stories pushed us to think bigger and bolder. Here are five that rose above the rest and helped define the year. The Hub is at the heart of the Sunnydale community. Designed to foster unity, this community center
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U.S. Bank Foundation grant fuels...
With support from a $30,000 U.S. Bank Foundation grant, we are deepening our impact in support of our Housing Stability for Low-Income Families in Pierce County initiative. This one-year grant will fund eviction-prevention services for 570 residents across six affordable housing communities. It includes personalized outreach, rental assistance navigation, lease education, and proactive financial stability
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More than a beautiful tree...
It is a beautiful day in Vancouver, Washington. Sun washes the community room at Columbia Heights in warm golds. Through the windows, every shade of green fills the frame. Beyond their reach, an inviting blue beckon attendees to an art therapy class for all ages. Iryna, the class instructor, is readying the space. At each
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Supporting Emerging Developers...
Throughout 2025, Mercy Community Capital (MCC) continued to support developers who were relatively new to affordable housing or had limited access to traditional debt sources. As a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), MCC makes a concerted effort to provide capital in support of affordable housing developments where capital may be otherwise difficult to obtain. For
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The Kelsey Civic Center: San Francisco...
The Kelsey and Mercy Housing California proudly announce the opening of The Kelsey Civic Center, a deeply affordable, accessible, and inclusive community in the heart of San Francisco. The community was celebrated this week alongside Mayor Daniel Lurie, Supervisor Bilal Mahmood, residents, and community partners. Located next to City Hall at 240 Van Ness Ave,
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Designing with purpose: The Hub...
Opened in October 2024, The Hub is a 30,000 sq. ft. transformational space that offers Sunnydale residents more than a modern facility — it provides a space to connect, share, and grow together. We recently caught up with Ian Ashcraft-Williams and Gregg Novicoff, the creative minds behind The Hub at Sunnydale, to talk about how
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Dorris M. Vincent Apartments...
City officials, housing advocates, and community members gathered in Southeast San Francisco to celebrate the grand opening of the Dorris M. Vincent Apartments, a transformative affordable housing development located at 275 Coleman Street in the heart of the Hunters Point Shipyard. Developed by Mercy Housing California in partnership with the San Francisco Housing Development Corporation
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From gardening to spinning tunes:...
About 90 miles east of Atlanta is the small town of Madison, Georgia. Known for being one of the largest historical districts in the state, Madison is home to Orchard Grove, a multi-family, affordable housing community. This summer, Job Cannon, the Resident Services Coordinator at Orchard Grove, ran a camp for the community’s youth residents.
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