To improve the quality of life in the Lowell neighborhood through community engagement, equitable housing and historic diversity.
The Lowell CDC improves the quality of life of our neighbors by cultivating civic engagement, wealth creation, and equitable housing development.
Lowell CDC will lead in the creation of a safe, diverse, family-oriented community that is a neighborhood of choice in Fresno while honoring historic diversity.
Accountability – the Lowell CDC is accountable to its community and partners, and promotes an environment where the highest ethical standards are expected.
Collaboration – the Lowell CDC works with the community, funders and partners to further its mission, and the goals of the community. Provides leadership where needed, and cultivates the development of existing and new leaders.
Community – the Lowell CDC recognizes our work requires the efforts of many, values these relationships, and promotes an inclusive community within its organization. We advocate for and alongside our community and their needs.
Diversity – the Lowell CDC commits to promoting and valuing the many diversities in its community, including age, ethnic, racial and economic.
Innovation – the Lowell CDC recognizes that new solutions and lasting change can be found in both traditional and new approaches. We value being flexible and resourceful to meet our goals.
Built Heritage- The Lowell CDC honors the built environment in our community, our historic homes, businesses, parks and spaces.
Long time residents of Lowell Martin & Jennifer had found themselves at their whits end renting their home that needed thousands of dollars for repair and pest control.
Lowell CDC purchased the house, addressed the city’s repair requirements, and brought it up to a livable condition. They also helped the family prepare financially to eventually buy the home. This support included financial education, homebuyer education, and credit repair, ensuring the family could afford the home in the future.
Helping current Lowell renters become homeowners
1 New home built
1 Lowell CDC renter now Lowell Homeowner
2 Lowell CDC renters in homebuying process
2 residents in rent-to-own homes
3 Homes renovated
3 Facilitated home owners through an Angel Investor
Preserving affordable rental housing in Central Fresno while preventing displacement and improving living standards.
Our community offers a variety of engaging activities, including monthly conversations, 1:1 learning sessions, and resources like Gradient Heating/Cooling units. Join our Reading Club, participate in the Lowell Kickball Team with Mujeres Poderosas Amorosas and neighbors, and enjoy coffee hour and literacy mentoring at Lowell Elementary. We also host bi-monthly meetings with Mujeres Poderosas Amorosas, community improvement and beautification projects, an annual block party, and multi-jurisdiction housing element meetings. Additionally, we support Lowell Youth Workers, provide housing education, conduct business owner outreach, and send out regular newsletters.
Through engaging families as a whole in the wilderness adventures, they built shared experiences, practical knowledge and confidence to access our Public Lands and parks in the future.
Getting involved can take many forms, each offering unique opportunities for personal growth, community building, and making a positive impact. You can volunteer your time and skills to local nonprofits, participate in community events, or join clubs and organizations that align with your interests.