We are thrilled to announce that the Housing Opportunity Development Corporation (HODC) has been awarded the prestigious Platinum Seal of Transparency from Guidestar, the world’s largest source of information about nonprofit organizations. This recognition signifies HODC’s unwavering commitment to openness,…
James showing his work. An HODC property with cleared walkways Our Winter Hero Meet James, one of HODC’s winter warriors! During the beginning of 2024 Mother Nature has flexed her icy muscles. While most of us were bundled up inside,…
HODC’s Executive Director, Richard Koenig, and Centrust Bank’s Chief Executive Officer, Gerard Buccino. At HODC, we know that affordable housing is more than just shelter; it’s a foundation for stability, opportunity, and hope. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce a…
At HODC, we’re always striving to build a stronger, more inclusive community where everyone has access to safe, affordable housing. And to achieve that, we need a dedicated team of individuals who share our passion and vision. That’s why we’re…
HODC is grateful to Compass Pro Bono for the support they have provided during 2023. Earlier this year a team of outstanding Compass Pro Bono volunteers provided consulting services to help HODC during our next growth phase. Now, HODC is…
On Sunday, October 29th, HODC celebrated its 40 years with friends at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in Deerfield. It was a chance to share updates on what is coming for our new development, Zion Woods, and other projects in the…
Richard Koenig, HODC’s Executive Director, is participating in a discussion “The State of Affordable Housing & What We Can Do About It” on Thursday, September 14th 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Hosted by Family Forward, the breakfast gathering and discussion…
The tenants of Spruce Village gathered together in August to celebrate the completion of a new mural in their community room. A supportive housing development in Palatine with 44 rental apartments for people living with a disability, Spruce Village opened…
HODC is proud to be awarded Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) by Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) Board to fund two new housing projects that will serve an additional 98 families in Illinois. Funds…
The tenants of HODC’s Heart’s Place, a supportive housing development for people living with a disability, came together to create a mural in the hallway of their main entrance. On Wednesday, June 14th, the tenants showed their completed artwork during…
HODC and the Village of Skokie announced today its participation in a national peer learning initiative that will help the Village preserve and improve its diverse housing stock, meet its housing goals, and plan for future housing challenges. Organized by…
Wednesday, May 10th at 7:00 PM Park Ridge Community Church100 Courtland AvenuePark Ridge, IL HODC’s Executive Director, Richard Koenig, will join Northbrook Village Trustee, Heather Ross, to talk about “Tools to Create Affordable Housing”. This free event is hosted by…