Affordable Housing Project! Why We Failed!

Fort Lauderdale is a vibrant city, but its rapid growth has left many of our most vulnerable residents struggling to find a place to call home. Despite our best efforts, our dream of building affordable housing through a partnership with an outside developer was shattered when promises were broken, and the project ultimately failed to serve the needs of our African American community.

Gentrification and displacement are pushing long-time residents out of their neighborhoods, and the lack of meaningful action from city and county officials has only exacerbated the crisis. We believe that everyone deserves a safe, affordable place to live, regardless of their race or income.

We refuse to give up on this critical issue. With your support, we can renew our efforts to advocate for affordable housing solutions that prioritize the needs of our diverse community. We envision a future where Fort Lauderdale is a place where everyone can thrive, not just those who can afford the rising cost of living.

Your donation today will help us:

  • Advocate for equitable housing policies: We will work tirelessly to hold elected officials accountable and demand solutions that address the root causes of housing insecurity.
  • Support community-led initiatives: We will partner with local organizations and residents to create affordable housing options that reflect the unique needs and cultures of our neighborhoods.
  • Educate and empower: We will raise awareness about the impact of gentrification and displacement, and provide resources to help individuals and families navigate the complex housing landscape.

By investing in affordable housing, we are investing in the future of Fort Lauderdale. Together, we can build a more equitable, inclusive, and vibrant community for all. Join us in this fight for housing justice and donate today. Your contribution will make a real difference in the lives of those who need it most.

Why We failed!

In 2014, we embarked on a hopeful journey to create 105 units of affordable housing in the heart of our community. We partnered with a developer, believing in their promises to prioritize local residents and collaborate on programs that would uplift the neighborhood. We dreamt of a space where families could thrive, children could learn, and the community could connect.

But our trust was betrayed. The developer reneged on their commitments, favoring outside interests over the needs of our community. They brought in their own management team, excluded local residents from employment opportunities, and displaced the very people we intended to help through unjust rent hikes.

Our vision for a vibrant community center, bustling with after-school programs, senior services, and entrepreneurial initiatives, was shattered. We were left with empty promises and a deep sense of betrayal. This experience, sadly, is all too common for grassroots organizations working tirelessly to uplift marginalized communities.

But we refuse to let this setback define us. We remain committed to our mission of empowering our community through affordable housing and vital programs. Your support is crucial in helping us rebuild trust, advocate for equitable development, and create lasting change. Together, we can right this wrong and ensure that future housing projects truly benefit the people they are intended to serve.

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