Left to Right: Aaron Tucker, Justin Pelej, Richard Koenig, Tina Dalman with Steven M. Elrod standing at the podium. On Thursday, May 8, 2025, HODC’s Executive Director, Richard Koenig, was honored to serve as a panelist at the Biennial Seminar…
“I hope that affordable housing will enable people like myself to spend the rest of our lives in a community that has accepted us for who we are and has accepted the fact there is going to be other adults…
We are thrilled to share that Richard Koenig, Executive Director of HODC, was featured on the latest episode of the Straight Up Chicago Investor Podcast! In this insightful discussion, Richard delves into the obstacles that affordable housing developers face in…
HODC is pleased to announce changes to its executive leadership following its annual meeting on Thursday, November 21st. New Leadership President: Kathy Cortez Vice President: William Sholten Secretary: Sarah Homan Treasurer: Nancy Geary HODC is excited to embark on a…
Building a Brighter Future for Affordable Housing in Chicago’s Northern Suburbs We are thrilled to announce the successful conclusion of HODC’s Key Campaign! Thanks to the generous support of our donors, we have surpassed our fundraising goal of $500,000. These…
As the back-to-school season approaches, parents and students are busy shopping for school supplies and preparing for the year ahead. But at HODC, we’re focusing on a different kind of foundation for success: stable, affordable housing. For over 100 children…
HODC is committed to providing our residents with the tools and resources they need to thrive. One way we do this is by partnering with local organizations to offer valuable programs and services. Recently, our Service Coordinators worked to bring…
By Rachel Bell, HODC Development Intern I have always wanted to work somewhere where I can make a difference, and working in affordable housing is a mission that hits close to home for me. As an intern at HODC, I…
Disability Pride Month, in July, is dedicated to celebrating and honoring the disability community worldwide. At HODC, we proudly join in the celebrations by reaffirming our commitment to providing affordable housing options that serve individuals living with disabilities. Beyond barriers,…
At HODC, we take pride in recognizing the accomplishments of our team members who strive for excellence in managing affordable housing. Today, we highlight Dan Jolls, one of our property managers, for achieving the Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP) certification….
Cleland Place isn’t just an apartment building, it’s a home. It feels that way thanks in part to the Cleland family’s support in honor of their parents, Jean Cleland (for whom Cleland Place is named) and Robert Cleland. Everywhere you…
Here at HODC, we’re all about fostering connections and creating opportunities. That’s exactly why we were thrilled to partner with Brinshore Development, LLC and Zion Lutheran Evangelical Church in Deerfield, Illinois, to bring Zion Woods, a brand new 25-unit affordable…