NeighborNews Archive
How One Saturday Transformed Amanda Wilson’s Homebuying Journey
When Amanda Wilson began exploring the idea of buying a house, advice came at her from every direction. Well‑meaning family, friends, and colleagues offered conflicting recommendations that soon felt more confusing than helpful. Determined to sort facts from...
A Hand Up, Not a Handout: Ann-Claire Anderson’s Vision for Whole-Person Support at NeighborWorks Waco
Ann-Claire Anderson’s extensive experience in nonprofit leadership brings a dynamic and thoughtful voice to NeighborWorks Waco’s mission. With a professional career rooted in strategic planning, instructional design, and national grant work, Ann-Claire is...
Rooted in Waco, Driven by Purpose: Harrison Gray’s Impact on Affordable Housing
Harrison Gray, a Waco native, entrepreneur, and passionate community advocate brings a unique blend of financial expertise and homebuilding experience to NeighborWorks Waco’s mission of expanding affordable housing in Central Texas. Born and raised in Waco,...
Faith, Finances, and a Future for All: Betty Black’s Vision for a Stronger, More Stable Community
With more than 45 years of service rooted in community, education, and financial empowerment, Betty Black brings a legacy of compassion and commitment to the mission of helping Waco residents achieve stable, successful futures through homeownership. Betty began her...
The Red Chimney That Stands for Hope
Christi Black Evans' story is one of perseverance, faith, and the unshakable belief that homeownership is not just a dream, but a journey worth taking, no matter the obstacles. As the daughter of Betty Black, a board member at NeighborWorks Waco, Christi grew up...
2025 Annual Breakfast Banquet RSVP
Join us on October 28, 2025, as we celebrate more than 31 years of service to the Waco and Central Texas areas! Our breakfast banquet is a free event, but reservations are required. Details:Tuesday, October 28, 20257:30 AM (Breakfast Banquet)Ridgewood Country...
NeighborWorks Waco Welcomes Alicia Sawyer as New Bookkeeper
NeighborWorks Waco is pleased to welcome Alicia Sawyer to the team as our new Bookkeeper. Alicia brings a strong foundation in accounting, financial analysis, and auditing, along with a deep commitment to service and community. She earned her Bachelor of Business...
Martha Johnson Brings Experience and Heart to Home Lending
NeighborWorks Waco is pleased to introduce Martha Johnson as our new Mortgage Loan Officer. With nearly twenty years of experience in mortgage finance, Martha brings a wealth of knowledge, a deep commitment to service, and a personalized approach to helping clients...
Break Free from the Debt Trap: A Smarter Loan Alternative with the Community Loan Center of the Heart of Texas
Payday and auto title loans can feel like a financial lifeline, but they often turn into a never-ending cycle of debt. With sky-high interest rates and crushing fees, these loans can quickly spiral out of control, leaving borrowers in a worse financial position...
