Connecticut Stories
Developer Creates Better Living On Acorn Street And Beyond
- New London,
- Connecticut
- Capital for Change
The 12-unit property on Pequot Avenue is in a great location as it is located in New London on a very picturesque street. The neighborhood consists of people of various ages, and socio-economic backgrounds. Also in progress is a 3-family home in a working-class neighborhood on Acorn Street in New Britain.
A Front-Door To Services For Unhoused Individuals
- New Haven,
- Connecticut
- Capital for Change
Since 1987, Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen (DESK) has been a vital resource for those in need in New Haven, providing nightly meals and essential services to individuals seeking food, shelter, and support.
Mobile Home Finance Program: Making Homeownership Accessible
- Connecticut
- Capital for Change
For many, owning a home is a cherished dream, but with traditional housing costs on the rise, that dream can feel out of reach. The Mobile Home Finance Program at Capital for Change is making homeownership more accessible, offering a practical and affordable solution for those seeking stability without the financial strain.
C4C Client Testimonial: Anthony Stewart Construction
- Bridgeport,
- Connecticut
- Capital for Change
VIDEO CONTENT: C4C Client Testimonial: Anthony Stewart Construction
Diverse Developer Resource Initiative Program
- Connecticut
- Capital for Change
VIDEO Content - Diverse Developer Resource Initiative Program - February Graduates
Zion Crossing Predevelopment | MHAGH
- Hartford,
- Connecticut
- NeighborWorks Capital
NeighborWorks Capital is pleased to extend an $882,400 predevelopment loan to Mutual Housing Association of Greater Hartford for Zion Crossing, a proposed 95-unit scattered site affordable apartment development located in Hartford, CT. Zion Crossing will include units in 22 existing buildings within a ½ mile radius. Brick Hollow Apartments is a 50-unit apartment complex, Zion Street Mutual Housing has 24 apartments, and seven smaller properties will comprise 21 additional apartments.
Ribbon Row | Mutual Housing
- Hartford,
- Connecticut
- NeighborWorks Capital
Congratulations to Mutual Housing Association of Greater Hartford, Inc. (MHAGH) on the grand opening of Ribbon Row Mutual Housing. Along with preserving 88 units of affordable housing, Ribbon Row is also a historic preservation project that blends energy efficiency improvements to reduce utility costs and improve sustainability. It is a transit-oriented development within walking distance of bus service and commuter train stations, and increased lighting, new fencing and additional landscaping all improve resident safety and enjoyment.
Barbour Street Development
- Hartford,
- Connecticut
- NeighborWorks Capital
NeighborWorks Capital is pleased to extend a $400,000 predevelopment loan to Mutual Housing Association of Greater Hartford for Barbour Street Development to be built in the Northeast Neighborhood of Hartford, CT. This new construction development will provide 60 affordable rental housing units and 8,700 square feet of commercial space across multiple buildings.
Spruce Meadows and Spruce Ridge
- Stonington,
- Connecticut
- NeighborWorks Capital, Partners for the Common Good
PCG and NeighborWorks Capital provide financing for two LIHTC projects that will create 86 units of quality affordable housing in Connecticut.
Hopeful Cleaning – A Client Story
- Westchester and Fairfield,
- Connecticut, New York
- Community Capital New York
Mario’s cleaning business provides essential services and fosters meaningful connections within the community. Hopeful Cleaning caters primarily to small businesses such as gyms, coffee shops, and stores. They prioritize affordable and sustainable cleaning solutions.
A Safe Haven for Homeless Youth
- Meriden,
- Connecticut
- Leviticus Fund
The Women and Families Center (WFC) of Meriden, Connecticut, began its history in 1889 as the Meriden YWCA, providing a variety of recreational and social programs for women and children. As community needs continued to evolve over the years, the organization ended its affiliation with the YWCA in 2000 and established itself as an independent nonprofit.
Honey Locust Square Brings New Growth to Bridgeport’s East End
- Bridgeport,
- Connecticut
- Leviticus Fund
Stratford Avenue in Bridgeport, Connecticut’s East End was once a thriving community – with the Mohican grocery, a greengrocer called Tony’s, a pharmacy, and a beauty parlor. Anthony Stewart grew up there, and his mother, a beautician, worked in the shop.