At Successful Communities, we believe in the power of transformation—not just of places, but of lives. The Patton Street Project is a shining example of our commitment to revitalizing neighborhoods and empowering individuals. This once-abandoned house is now a vibrant home, providing refuge and opportunity to those who need it most. Among its many successes,...
Across the United States, military veterans have long been regarded as the backbone of our nation's defense, embodying values of courage, sacrifice, and commitment. Yet, amidst their honorable service, many veterans find themselves battling an unseen enemy upon their return home: homelessness. As of 2020, an estimated 37,252 veterans experienced homelessness in the United States,...
Great Update! May, 2024, The Patton Street project has seen tremendous success, with six men now living in the neighborhood, all of whom are employed full-time. This achievement wouldn't have been possible without the dedication of our volunteers, who have done an extraordinary job. We extend our heartfelt thanks to them for their invaluable contributions to this project. Twenty...
Successful Communities is getting down to work. The organization is launching its pilot, The Patton st. project. The goal is to renovate an abandoned home in a forgotten community that will provide shelter to a legitimate refugee family seeking asylum. Successful Communities, Inc is a non-profit organization that focuses on revitalizing forgotten neighborhoods through house rehabilitation,...
The US affordable housing crisis has worsened in recent years and experts are not very optimistic for 2023. Inflation has greatly burdened developers who are struggling to meet increasing demands due to soaring prices of construction materials. And with the gap in income and rent cost consistently becoming wider over time, the problem does not...