Stories

Neither Ashley Conway nor her husband knew the first thing about buying or owning a home, but they did know where to go to get the help they needed.

In 2014, NeighborWorks Montana approached the Northwood Trailer Park in the city of Pablo to let them know that their community was for sale. That’s when they met Mary. Mary was a resident of Northwood who had a deep desire to improve her community. NeighborWorks Montana presented Mary, and the rest of the Northwood residents, with the opportunity to purchase the property and operate it as a resident owned community (ROC).

After becoming acquainted with a staff member of Neighborhood Housing Services of New Haven, CT, and attending multiple volunteer events, he asked, "Do you think I could be a homeowner?" This offhand question started Moses on his path to homeownership.

SNAP grants help Texas truck driver fix dilapidated home with the help of NeighborWorks member Universal Housing. SNAP grants are offered by FHLB Dallas through member institutions to assist income-qualified, special-needs homeowners with home repairs and modifications.

According to USA Today, Alaska is the fourth most expensive state in the country based on the cost to live, eat and go out on the town. That’s why NeighborWorks Alaska started its monthly financial education program.

The small Alabama town of Phil Campbell was devastated after the April 27, 2011, tornadoes; 28 lives were lost, 300 residents were displaced, 138 homes were destroyed and 75 percent of local businesses were damaged.

Physical and mental barriers prevented many western Pa. residents from getting access to much needed services provided by NeighborWorks Western Pennsylvania. Instead of waiting for residents to come to them, they partnered with local organizations to create satellite offices.

Armida Lopez didn’t always consider herself a community leader. But when she purchased a home through NeighborWorks member Trellis, she realized she could do more.

Steve Schultz was living on just $40 a month. Then access to resources and expertise from network members Frontier, FAHE and Community Housing Partners helped transform his life.

In rural and small town communities across America, rehab and weatherization programs are a critical resource for families struggling to stay in safe, sustainable and affordable homes. NeighborWorks America is partnering with Wells Fargo Bank to address these needs.