RSC Andrea Richard created the Red Tent Gathering to provide young women at Anacostia Gardens and Benning Heights with education, support, and meaningful conversations about empowerment, body awareness, and self-care.
Where you live matters.
Angela Williams of The Mark Twain in Chicago and Winona Butler of St. Luke’s Plaza in St. Louis found renewed purpose through volunteering with Operation Pathways. Their service and leadership continue to strengthen and connect their communities.
@NHPFoundation's Quarterly Newsletter is full of news on our latest deals and special events, resident stories and recommendations on what to listen to, read and watch to be informed on all things #affordablehousing. Access here https://t.co/idsm1iJpkT
At 75, Eric Dillard is launching New Frontier, a nonprofit focused on climate change education. With support from his Resident Services Coordinator at The LaSalle at Lincoln Heights, Eric is turning his dream into reality.
Where Eric lives matters.
👋 Meet Gabrielle Hapi, Development Manager!
From planning and financing to construction, Gabrielle helps turn affordable housing projects into reality, advancing NHPF's mission every day.
At 82, Ms. Tam Nguyen almost skipped yoga because of language barriers. Now she attends regularly and says, “I’m not afraid anymore.”
A simple class became a source of confidence, connection, and wellness at Winter Hill Apartments. 💙
On #Juneteenth we revisit an #NHPF-authored piece on the importance of working to ensure that racial equity, social justice and resident services are just as solidly built into today’s #affordablehousing as sound design, plumbing and electrical. https://t.co/tOE01iPmaY
We’re proud to see The NHP Foundation represented at two important industry events this summer.
📍 June 24: Veronica Gonzalez joins the panel at CREW Chicago’s June Breakfast Program.
📍 July 23–25: Robert Jefferson, Vice President, will speak at the DCRE Conference.
Resident Voices: Victor Brown takes pride in welcoming visitors at Edwin Berry Manor Apartments in Chicago. Thanks to support from Resident Services Coordinator Tomica, he enjoys nutritious meals and community connections💙
Meet the Team
As Assistant Vice President of Development, Jay Cengiz helps advance affordable housing projects from acquisition through completion. His experience includes creating and preserving more than 3,500 affordable housing units throughout New York.
At Ships' Cove in Fall River, MA, Miss Linda found more than a home. She found a community.
Through volunteering with Operation Pathways, she built lasting friendships, gained confidence, and helped strengthen the community around her.
Because where you live matters. 💙
Geanna Franqui, Construction Manager
With 18+ years of experience in real estate development and construction management, Geanna helps guide NHPF projects from concept to completion. Her expertise in affordable housing development helps create stronger communities.
In this @MHNews_ article by Mikayla Sciortino, “Closing the Gap,” NHPF CIO Joe Weatherly discusses how our organization is evolving by tapping alternative solutions when traditional financing falls short, including 501(c)(3) bonds and historic tax credits.
Thank you @MHNews_ and Suzann Silverman for “Creating Space,” highlighting the importance of #affordablehousers focusing on residents’ needs and the invaluable work of @OperationPathways.
✨ Resident Voices: Blanca
A lifelong resident of Plaza Borinquen, Blanca transformed personal hardship into community leadership. Through Operation Pathways, she became Narcan certified and now helps support neighbors impacted by addiction and crisis.
✨ Meet the Team: Sandra Black, Corporate Paralegal at The NHP Foundation.
Sandra joined NHPF in 2024 and supports the organization’s governance, compliance, and transactional work, bringing more than a decade of legal experience and a passion for mission-driven impact.
#NHPF grateful to support @GovernorWesMoore in securing passage of the Maryland Transit & Housing Opportunity Act and Housing Certainty Act, key legislation to increase housing production and affordability.
This Memorial Day, NHPF and Operation Pathways honor those who served. We're grateful to support veterans and military families through affordable housing and community services every day. #MemorialDay#AffordableHousing
✨ Meet the Team: Micah Hunter, Development Manager
Since joining NHPF in 2021, Micah has supported the acquisition, financing, development, and preservation of affordable multifamily housing communities, bringing experience in development, public service, and community impact.
44,613 new #affordablehousing units started construction by the #AHFTop50 owners in 2025. #NHPF is proud to be in that cohort! Read more here. https://t.co/wsiHIqSymV