The path to equitable real estate development requires more than just funding—it requires intentional, long-term investment in people, places, and policies that support community-based developers.
At Neighborhood Allies, we’re proud that our Centralized Real Estate Accelerator and Real Estate Co-Powerment Series have been recognized as models for driving inclusive development, building community wealth, and addressing housing challenges. Our work was recently highlighted in two key publications that showcase the growing movement toward empowering local developers and making real estate development more accessible:
- The Business Journal in Youngstown, OH explored the urgent need to train new developers to address the housing shortage—highlighting how organizations like ours are equipping local entrepreneurs with the skills and resources to take action through initiatives like the Real Estate Co-Powerment Series.
- The Mahoning Valley Regional Housing Strategy Report recognized our Centralized Real Estate Accelerator as a best-in-class example of how a intermediary-led initiative can provide both technical assistance and capital to minority small-scale, grassroots developers.
We’re not just responding to Pittsburgh’s housing needs—we’re creating lasting change by ensuring that real estate development is driven by residents, helping them move up the socio-economic ladder by providing the knowledge, capital, and opportunities needed to build generational wealth. Read more about our multi-faceted approach to Neighborhood Development here.
