Hear our top 3 takeaways from the event Building Economic Security: New York’s Response to Escalating Affordability. The event was an interesting and enlightening conversation about how we view poverty in America.
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A Crash Course on Good Cause Eviction Legislation
Today on the blog, we’ll answer FAQs and provide a brief explainer of the Good Cause Law and discuss some of the larger context for Good Cause Eviction in NYC.
From pushback to partnership: Takeaways from SEEN II
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.
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 […]
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.
Understanding common terms in the New York City low-income housing landscape
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.
Centering the Person
We work with women where they are, recognizing the importance of a home as a stabilizing force even if someone struggles with other barriers. Person-first and person-centered language is important as we work to emphasize the dignity and humanity of our clients continually.
