Fifth Ward Community Redevelopment Corporation
Fifth Ward CRC catalyzes resources to build and preserve an inclusive 5th Ward Community by developing places and opportunities to live, work and play.
Programs at a Glance
Real Estate
Real Estate
Home Ownership Promotion and Preservation
Home Ownership Promotion and Preservation
Community Building and Engagement
Community Building and Engagement
Latest Happenings
Take a look at a few of our highlighted community events, news, and features.
A Houston initiative helped 2,000 people of color become homeowners — but there’s more work to do
FWCRC IN THE NEWS:
After renting for the majority of her adult life, Tonia Macklin recently became a homeowner for the first time. The native of southeast Houston achieved this goal with the assistance of the Harris County Homeownership Collaborative’s Own the HOU initiative, a multiorganization effort that seeks to bridge the homeownership gap for people of color.
FWCRC IN THE NEWS:
On Tuesday, March 19, 2024, Greater Houston Community Foundation (Foundation) hosted over 45 guests to gain new insights into issues related to place-based initiatives. The panel discussion was moderated by Anne Whitlock, Founding Director of My Connect Community. Panelists included Kathy Flanagan-Payton, Huey German-Wilson, Mary Lawler, and Anne Whitlock, who work with organizations implementing unique place-based strategies in different communities around Houston.
"The need for change bulldozed a road down the center of my mind. "
- Maya Angelou
Our Mission
“Fifth Ward CRC catalyzes resources to build and preserve an inclusive 5th Ward Community by developing places and opportunities to live, work and play.”
Fifth Ward CRC brings together partners and financial resources to focus on the redevelopment of 5th Ward. By providing housing, art, cultural opportunities, community parks, and more, we are expanding opportunities for economic growth.
Our Mission
Affiliations and Partnerships
NeighborWorks America Logo
Fifth Ward CRC is a proud partner of NeighborWorks America, a national organization supporting community development corporations through access to funding, technical assistance to train staff, and resources to continuously improve operational standards.
5th Ward GO Neighborhoods Logo
GO Neighborhoods is a collaborative and inclusive effort focused on maximizing the strength of a community and its residents to create effective partnerships and engage in creative problem solving.
Fifth Ward Chamber of Commerce Logo
The 5th Ward Chamber of Commerce is essential to the revitalization of the 5th Ward Business Community, serving as a liaison for existing businesses and incoming enterprises. The Chamber's positioning in Central Houston creates unique opportunities for members to grow their businesses and professional networks. We assist our members with community outreach, creating visibility for their businesses while stimulating the local economy.
Own the HOU Logo
Own the HOU is a groundbreaking initiative dedicated to bridging the homeownership gap for people of color (Members of the Black, Hispanic, Indigenous, and Asian communities) in Houston and Harris County. This initiative brings together key stakeholders and organizations committed to fostering equitable homeownership opportunities in our community.
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About Fifth Ward CRC
Fifth Ward CRC provides comprehensive community revitalization to Houston’s historic 5th Ward to meet the needs of both long standing and new residents as well as community stakeholders. Our primary goal is to improve the quality of life for all residents in our traditionally underserved community.
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Address: 4300 Lyons Ave #300
Houston, TX 77020, USA
Office Hours: M-Th 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
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