What happens when you create a day just for residents to connect, play, and enjoy their community together? At Axley Place, there was laughter, creativity, and friendship. The Axley Place HomeComing, sponsored by the HODC Associate Board, brought residents, their…
A home is more than four walls. It is a place where people can feel welcomed, inspired, and proud of where they live. That is why we are so thankful to photographer R. Scott McNeill for donating his photography to…
Some days remind you why this work matters. On June 30, neighbors, community leaders, partners, supporters and residents gathered in Northbrook to celebrate the grand opening and ribbon cutting of Poupard Place. Even though temperatures climbed into the 90s, the…
On Monday May 11, 2026, community members, faith leaders, elected officials, neighbors and partners gathered in Evanston to celebrate the future home of 33 households. The official groundbreaking of Mt. Pisgah Apartments marks the beginning of a long-awaited affordable housing…
Project Update There is exciting momentum at Poupard Place in Northbrook. Construction is moving along beautifully, and this future permanent supportive housing community is quickly becoming a place where individuals will soon find stability, support, and a place to call…
Photos by Darris Lee Harris A COMMUNITY COMES HOME There are moments in this work that remind us exactly why we do it. The recent Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Taylor Place Apartments was one of those moments….
In 2025, HODC opened four new affordable housing communities across Chicago’s northern suburbs – the most in a single year in our organization’s history. Our 2025 Impact Report, Blueprints for Belonging, tells the story of how we got here and…
At HODC, we believe safe housing can change the course of a life. But some projects stay with you — not just because of what they build, but because of who they serve. This past December, Shelter Youth & Family…
At HODC, we believe that homes are spaces where people feel valued, supported, and inspired. Today, we are excited to share an example of generosity that will help bring that vision to life. We recently met with R. Scott McNeill…
Last week, HODC was honored to welcome Illinois Congressman Brad Schneider to Zion Woods, our newest affordable housing community in Deerfield. His visit highlighted what happens when partners, neighbors, and leaders come together with a shared commitment: creating homes where…
At HODC, we know that home is the foundation for a child’s future. Affordable housing gives families a consistent and stable place to live, preventing the stress of frequent moves or the threat of eviction. This security is essential for…
On Saturday, July 12, HODC hosted the 2025 Zion Woods HomeComing, an event for neighbors and local organizations to welcome the residents of Zion Woods to their new homes. It was a block party with heart, a homecoming in every…