Are you interested in learning more about affordable housing, what about cooperative housing, or the important role that Homeward Bound Village is playing in bringing these housing solutions to La Porte County? We believe that community involvement in our mission to create community through affordable housing is vital, and this is why we’d like to come share with your civic group, faith community, higher education setting, or businesses. We tailor our presentation to meet the needs of your group.
We want to highlight how presenting what we are all about and the work we are doing in La Porte County will bring to your organization.
For Civic Groups:
- Mission Alignment: Many civic organizations in our community have neighborhood improvement goals that align in addressing housing insecurity and neighborhood improvement.
- Tangible Impact Opportunity: We can provide your members with concrete ways to address affordable housing solutions through your nonprofit.
- Enhanced Community Knowledge: When we present to your group, we help your members understand local housing challenges and innovative solutions happening in their own backyard.
For Faith Communities:
- Fulfilling Social Justice Missions: Many faith traditions emphasize caring for those in need and creating just communities. By presenting, we can share innovative solutions to have a positive impact in affordable housing for those who need it most.
- Actionable Outreach: Homeward Bound Villages can provide your congregation members with specific ways to support community housing solutions.
- Stewardship Opportunities: Through presentations, we may reveal ways religious organizations can use their resources (buildings, land, donations) for housing solutions in our community.
For Higher Education Settings:
- Real-World Learning: We can provide students with practical examples of community development and social entrepreneurship through the presentation of our project at Karwick Village and the solutions we are bringing to affordable housing.
- Research Opportunities: By having us present to your higher education group, we can open doors for faculty and student research partnerships with real community impact.
- Career Pathways: Through our presentation, we can provide tangible opportunities for nonprofit and community development careers.
Business Benefits:
- Building Understanding- Our presentation builds greater understanding of the correlation between housing needs and staffing your business.
- Community involvement opportunities– This is an excellent opportunity to learn how your organization can volunteer with Homeward Bound Village to build team spirit and enhance company culture.
- Corporate giving goals- In learning about Homeward Bound Villages and our work at Karwick Village, your organization can align your corporate giving goals to make an impactful difference in the community.
Universal Benefits:
- Local Problem-Solving: All groups gain insights into addressing affordable housing, a critical community challenge in La Porte County and across Northwest Indiana.
- Empowerment: Sharing knowledge builds understanding about cooperative housing models, empowering community members to support alternative housing solutions.
- Network Strengthening: Builds connections between different community sectors working toward common goals.
By allowing us to speak to your group, we bring many benefits to your organization. Affordable housing solutions and innovative housing solutions are possible and stronger through community understanding and participation. There is no charge for us to present to your group. If you are interested in having Homeward Bound Villages speak to your group, please contact us today. You can email us directly at: info@homewardboundvillages.org
