Neighborhood Revitalization

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Neighborhood Revitalization (NR), Habitat for Humanity’s newest initiative, takes a holistic approach to community growth and transformation. Through NR, Habitat Charlotte Region partners with neighborhood associations, residents, faith communities, local government, other area nonprofits, and more to develop and implement a shared vision that meets specific needs identified by the community.

The ultimate mission of Neighborhood Revitalization is community-wide change that empowers residents to take ownership and pride in their neighborhood, and to enhance the quality of life for all its residents.

Habitat Charlotte Region currently has two Neighborhood Revitalization partners – Reid Park & Lakewood – that you can read about below.

Reid Park

In 2012, West Charlotte’s Reid Park community was established as the first Neighborhood Revitalization partner. In addition to scores of new homes and Critical Home Repair projects, Habitat Charlotte Region has worked side-by-side with the Reid Park Neighborhood Association to construct and maintain a KaBOOM! playground, a community park and shelter, a community garden, neighborhood clean-up events and more.

Lakewood

In 2014, Habitat Charlotte Region formally established a second Neighborhood Revitalization partnership with the Lakewood community, off of Rozzelles Ferry Road. Since then, Lakewood residents have been gracious hosts for several busy seasons of construction, including the 25th anniversary of Women Build, 2016 AmeriCorps Build-a-Thon, and much more. Although it’s been a busy few years in Lakewood, there is much more on the horizon as Habitat Charlotte Region works with residents and partners to realize and reach their community’s dreams and goals.