To improve the quality of life in the Lowell neighborhood through community engagement, equitable housing and historic diversity.
The Lowell CDC will lead the creation of a safe, diverse, family-oriented community that is a community of choice in downtown Fresno, and an example of neighbors together solving problems and leveraging equitable practices to create housing, services and industry that supports that vision.
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.