We directly provide pre-development funding, as well as help source pre-development funding, through the Partnership for Faith-Based Affordable Housing and Community Development, which Bricks and Mortals helped found.
and to stem gentrification and displacement, which are exacerbated by the practice of houses of worship selling their property to developers, displacing local populations and resulting in less diverse communities.
Some congregations are considering developing affordable housing but are cautious to proceed. Development and finance partners are necessary in housing development. However, they often don’t provide sound advice that builds trust, and helps congregations make the most considered decisions.
The Partnership offers unbiased pre-development funding and resources, including professionals and learning workshops for housing providers and the faith community to learn how to effectively collaborate with one another, and provides small pre-development grants for technical assistance.
