A secure home is the foundation for economic stability and health and wellbeing.
‘From Hope to Home’
A Three-Part Docuseries on Housing Justice
As housing costs continue to rise nationwide and a significant portion of Americans face housing instability, this three-part docuseries goes beyond statistics to reveal the human impact of housing challenges and the community-driven solutions addressing them.
‘From Hope to Home’ features three distinct stories from diverse communities across the United States:
A Native American family on the Cheyenne River Sioux Reservation partners with Four Bands Community Fund to reclaim homeownership.
A mother in New Jersey secures a stable, affordable home for her daughters, a personal milestone bolstered by Fair Share Housing Center’s advocacy and policy efforts to advance housing justice for all.
A parent fortifies her family’s future with support from a community land trust, inspiring her to work with Grounded Solutions Network to ensure others can also access homeownership.
Community-Led Housing Solutions
Everyone deserves housing that is affordable, safe, and accessible, so they can live their healthiest lives. Learn more about the three organizations featured in our docuseries that are transforming communities and combatting the affordable housing crisis in the U.S.
Four Bands Community Fund
A community development financial institution (CDFI) that has emerged as a leader in Native American economic development, Four Bands Community Fund has provided over 2,100 loans and delivered financial coaching to over 13,000 Native community members to date. As a result, borrowers have improved their credit scores (by an average of 63 points) and over 1,300 jobs have been created or retained through its programs.
Fair Share Housing Center
At the forefront of housing justice in New Jersey for decades, through litigation and advocacy, Fair Share Housing Center has enforced fair housing laws (the Mount Laurel doctrine) with a 98% success rate, compelling municipalities to create affordable homes across the state.
Grounded Solutions Network
Grounded Solutions Network leads a national movement to expand shared-equity housing and inclusionary housing policies. By advancing policies like community land trusts and inclusionary housing, Grounded Solutions ensures that homes remain affordable across generations, linking the success of the housing market with long-term community and economic stability.
Behind the Scenes
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Tammy Granados and Family
When Tammy Granados was on the verge of losing her family’s apartment, she didn’t give up—she rose to the challenge. Partnering with Four Bands Community Fund, Tammy turned a setback into an opportunity, pursuing the dream of homeownership on the Cheyenne River Sioux Reservation.
Lakota Vogel
“We're the heart and soul of a lot of the work, we're the nation's first people. And I think that how we take care of us and even how we build up the capacity of native leaders like me can have ripple effects into other economies and neighboring communities."
—Lakota Vogel, executive director at Four Bands Community Fund
Shala Staple moving
Shala Staple’s vision for her family’s future drove her to find not just a house, but a place to belong. Through a community land trust, she claimed her independence and built a home where her daughters can dream boldly and grow confidently.
Adam C. Gordon on set
“So what does it mean for someone to get their fair share? Fair Share stands for the idea that everybody has a place in every community.
If you're somebody who hasn't had an opportunity to build wealth in many cases because of decades of discrimination, that everyone has a part to play in figuring out how we move forward as a society.”
—Adam C. Gordon, executive director at Fair Share Housing Center
Ashleigh Bowman and Family
After a life-changing event, Ashleigh Bowman turned to her community and embraced the innovative solution of a community land trust. With determination and vision, Ashleigh built a sanctuary where safety and inspiration thrive, proving that her strength could shape a brighter, more secure future for her family.
Alex Cabral
“Where you live matters and housing has a direct impact on your health. Everything from the neighborhood you live in, the access to green spaces, access to health clinics, access to fresh foods. Community land trusts support all of these aspects. It's not just a home, it's a healthy community.”
—Alex Cabral, senior principal of innovative finance at Grounded Solutions Network