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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

2024 was another banner year for Mercy Housing Northwest’s real estate development. With more than 1,400 homes in the development pipeline, brand-new affordable communities are sprouting up in Bellingham, Seattle, Tacoma, Vancouver, and the Portland Metro area. With this in mind, we wanted to share some key highlights from another stellar year for our development

Arnold was a Washington State Park Ranger for 25 years. He met his wife at a Washington State Park. But when his wife was diagnosed with kidney failure, he decided to step away from his career to care for his family. With his wife making multiple weekly trips to an Olympia dialysis center and in need

The importance of community partnerships cannot be overstated. Sponsors are crucial in advancing our mission to create and maintain affordable, stable housing complemented by essential onsite services for residents. Whether directly contributing to constructing Mercy Housing Southeast communities or supporting resident programming through volunteerism, their involvement is key to making it all possible. We are

Crystal’s educational and career goals were shaped by the challenges and support she had received throughout her life. “Mercy Housing played a pivotal role in my journey,” she recently shared. The recipient of a 2024 National Real Estate Practice of EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants annual EPIC Educational Support Grant, Crystal credits Mercy Housing and

When it comes to decarbonization, solar panels get quite a bit of flash and marketing – and rightfully so, as they save people a lot of money while reducing our reliance on a power grid that burns fossil fuels. However, its sibling in decarbonization tends to be overlooked: electrification. Electrification, or the retrofit of a

Food insecurity is a persistent challenge for many families, and Mercy Housing is committed to addressing this critical issue head-on. Food pantries continue to be among our most utilized services, reflecting the essential role they play in supporting our residents. In 2024 alone, the resident services programming team provided food assistance to 15,830 community members,

The power of storytelling often lies in how history is kept alive for future generations. Sister Patsy, a Sister of Mercy—Burlingame, exemplifies this through her decades-long commitment to service and her dedication to preserving the stories and values of Mercy Housing. This journey began in the mid-1980s, alongside her dear friend and fellow Sister, Lillian,

Thank you to everyone who attended Power of Home and contributed to making this year’s annual event a resounding success! Your generous support and participation are essential to the success of Mercy Housing Southeast’s (MHSE) resident services programs. Thanks to your contributions, we will continue to provide crucial resources such as Out-of-School time programming, financial

Congratulations to Shelly Marquez, president of Mercy Housing Mountain Plains (MHMP), on being named one of the Top 25 Most Powerful Women in Business by the Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce. This prestigious recognition is a testament to Shelly’s exceptional leadership, unwavering commitment to affordable housing, and profound impact on our community. Under her guidance,