Welcome to Neighborhood Empowerment and Wealth Collective, Inc. (NEW)
The Neighborhood Empowerment and Wealth Collective (NEW) is dedicated to transforming lives and communities in rural and underserved areas of Georgia through three key pillars: the development of workforce affordable housing, financial education, and business creation. We believe that by equipping individuals and families with the knowledge and tools to make sound financial decisions, fostering entrepreneurship and supporting local business growth, and developing affordable housing solutions for essential community service providers. These initiatives can create a foundation for inclusive, sustainable communities. Our mission is to empower those who are currently locked out of the housing market and facing financial strain to achieve stability, build wealth, and thrive within the communities they serve. We strive to transform houses into homes and neighborhoods into vibrant, tightly-knit communities where everyone has the opportunity to flourish.
Stronger Communities are Built with Workforce Housing
Workforce Housing refers to housing solutions that are both accessible and affordable for workers in a community, particularly those whose income levels might not allow them to afford to purchase market-rate housing within the areas where they work. This concept aims to support essential workers such as teachers, librarians, nurses, police officers, postal workers, government service workers, as well as other moderate-income professionals and veterans, ensuring they have access to quality housing within reasonable proximity to their workplaces. By addressing the housing needs of these groups, communities can maintain a stable and diverse workforce, which is crucial for overall economic and social health.
The benefits of Workforce Housing for individuals and families are immediate and profound: financial stability, enhanced quality of life, and the opportunity to build roots in the communities they serve. These housing initiatives also positively impact the entire service area by stimulating local economies, encouraging diversity and inclusion, and fostering a sense of cohesion and mutual support.