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This year’s Power of Home celebration was our most successful yet, and it’s all because of you! Together, we had an evening filled with joy, community, and a renewed commitment to ensuring everyone has a stable, affordable place to call home. We raised more than $100,000 to support resident services as we packed the Pantry.

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As one of the nation’s leading philanthropic initiatives, Bank of America’s Neighborhood Builders program strengthens nonprofit leadership nationwide and supplies multiyear flexible funding annually to organizations driving community impact. We will use the funding to expand a Behavioral Health Navigation program, primarily for senior residents in the Atlanta metro area. For 2025, two Atlanta nonprofits

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When Eric walked through the doors of Thrive Sweet Auburn earlier this year, he brought with him a suitcase and a lifetime of resilience. A veteran, a manager at Delta during the 1996 Olympics, a security professional, and a minister who spent eight years leading outreach programs for men in crisis, Eric’s story is one

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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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For Coach Wells, life has always been about pushing limits. A Cleveland native, he grew up in foster care before charting his own path through education and athletics. A Division III national champion in the 400 meters, he came to Atlanta to train alongside some of the nation’s best athletes at Georgia Tech, chasing speed,

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We were honored to host representatives from Senator Tim Scott’s office, Greenville County, and the Greenville County Redevelopment Authority (GCRA) for a special tour of The Paragon — Mauldin’s newest affordable housing community. Guests had the chance to experience the inviting community spaces and stylish apartments, complete with LED lighting, Energy Star appliances, and windows.

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With 76 apartment homes, Summit at Belmont is the redevelopment of Dorrah Randall, a Columbia Housing Authority public housing community for families. In partnership with Mercy Housing Southeast (MHSE) and Columbia Housing, this Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) conversion involves building a new affordable community for households at or below 60% of the Area Median Income

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This spring, the residents and staff at The Atrium at Collegetown in Atlanta welcomed Matter Health to the community! With the cost of healthcare becoming increasingly expensive and out of reach for many, Matter Health provides on-site, one-on-one, high-quality healthcare to seniors who are most in need. Matter Health is in The Atrium’s first-floor clinic

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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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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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