For anyone working in housing advocacy, or for those whose neighborhoods may be current or future sites of supportive housing, these are some of the key takeaways from SEEN II.
News & Media
Remember, Reclaim, Rise: Reflections on Black-led nonprofits
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 […]
Brooklyn Daily Eagle: ‘Officials applaud completion of Shepherd-Glenmore’
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.
Co-Development: Partnership for New Supportive Housing
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 […]
Opening New Doors: Perspective from CEO Karen Ford
As the new Chief Executive Officer of HousingPlus, I wanted to take some time today to share with our friends and supporters my perspective on where we are, where we’re going, and how I see my role fitting into the story.
Good Person Awards 2025
Photos from a beautiful night, June 5, 2025.
Honoring housing advocate, changemaker, and outgoing leader Rita Zimmer
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, […]
HousingPlus Welcomes Karen Ford as New CEO
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 […]
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