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Causes: Homeless & Housing, Housing Support
Mission: Woonsocket neighborhood development corporation d/b/a neighborworks blackstone river valley's (wndc) primary purpose is to develop, own, manage, finance and preserve decent, safe and affordable housing for low-income families and individuals in the blackstone river valley.
Programs: Real estate development - during wndc's twenty-five years of operations, wndc has developed over 300 units of rental housing and an additional fifty affordable home ownership opportunities. Wndc also develops commercial and community spaces that will further enhance the neighborhoods they serve. From large historic mills to single family home ownership opportunities, wndc has a rich history of successful development that is responsive to the needs of each of the communities they serve. Wndc also has a robust pipeline of projects to continue enhancing the region through the development of affordable housing opportunities.
homeownersip center - wndc's staff provides one-on-one coaching, credit checks, and workshops. These workshop topics range from improving a potential homebuyer's credit, budgeting, becoming a landlord, and owning their own home.
community building - wndc spearheads special initiatives and projects that bring residents together to plan and take action. This creates positive change, builds prosperity, and makes their neighborhoods exceptional places to live, work, and invest.
other programs include asset management. While wndc's portfolio is managed by third-party property management companies, wndc has established an asset management department. This department is responsible for overseeing the property management companies to ensure the physical and financial health of the portfolio and other facilities.