Healthy businesses, like affordable homes, create strength in our communities. Whether it is through home ownership or owning their own business, the benefits to the community are many. For individuals, owning a home means pride, responsibility, roots and financial security. We are meeting with Frost Bank and four other banks who have started a community development corporation, and have funds available to help people who meet the criteria and can benefit from this program. The nonprofit McAuley Institute, along with Rev. Ed Seeger of Metro Ministries, have helped us shape the program.
Affordable housing is only part of the puzzle.
Fortunately, building affordable housing is one of the things people have learned how to do best, and it has a wonderful ripple effect on the community. Education is a great tool to help people make the budgeting decisions that affect their health and well-being. These programs empower individuals to work toward their dreams, while also helping to create healthier communities.