In 2011, Dr. Jackie Copeland founded Black Philanthropy Month as a time to recognize Black-led change in communities and elevate the donor power of Black individuals and majority-Black institutions. Black Philanthropy Month (BPM) continues today, and this year’s theme for BPM is Sankofa Now: Remember, Reclaim, Rise. We sat down with Karen Ford, CEO of […]
The Brooklyn Daily Eagle reported the official opening of a building with more than 50% supportive housing, which HousingPlus administers. Our partners at Spatial Equity Co., local elected officials, and government agencies, including the New York State Homes and Community Renewal Office and the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development, helped make this possible.
On July 30, 2025, we will formally cut the ribbon on 365 Shepherd Avenue – the first building co-developed by HousingPlus and Spatial Equity. This moment marks a significant milestone for HousingPlus, as we continue to expand our role in creating both affordable and supportive housing. With this project, we’ve brought new units to market […]
Photos from a beautiful night, June 5, 2025.
New York, NY, May 16, 2025 — HousingPlus will honor its founder and executive director of more than 20 years — housing advocate and changemaker Rita Zimmer — at the annual Good Person Awards Celebration. In 2002, Rita Zimmer founded HousingPlus, which focuses on creating permanent and transitional supportive housing for women and families. In 2025, […]
We are excited to open a new chapter in empowering women and families across New York City. HousingPlus is thrilled to announce and welcome the appointment of Karen Ford as its new Chief Executive Officer. The announcement ushering in a new era for women and families across New York City was made by Board Chair […]
Between the multiple programs, acronyms, and changing options, it can be easy to be confused about affordable housing options in New York City. As a large metropolis, New York City has more specialized programs and, therefore, many acronyms and terms that you may hear in the dialogue around housing for low-income families or families that have or are at risk of experiencing homelessness.
This post will help our readers better understand the most common programs and specialized terms in the housing landscape in NYC. We’ll also attempt to give the quickest plain-language explanation of who is eligible for different programs and link to additional resources.
Learn how a mother and daughter found new ways to express themselves through cooking, art, and music in a home of their own.
