NeighborNews Archive
Message from the Board Chair
This past year has been a challenge for everyone. We have learned how to communicate differently through the computer and other media, such as zoom, since we are not allow to congregate in large social groups. We have come to understand the term "essential workers"...
Executive Insights
Belmont Village is now opening! We are very pleased to report that the first of our new duplexes are coming on line in our new Belmont Village subdivision, which is located a block behind the HEB on Valley Mills Drive very near Interstate Highway 35. This has...
A Web of Possibilities
We’ve all had to adapt to the new circumstances presented by the global COVID-19 pandemic. Some changes have been easier than others, but none of them have been taken lightly. NeighborWorks Waco has moved our signature Homebuyer Education (HBE) Workshop online to a...
Ready to Rent
NeighborWorks Waco broke ground on our newest subdivision, Belmont Village, in October of 2019. Rising material costs and unusual weather have presented obstacles to construction, but our talented team of builders have impressed at every opportunity! We are proud...
Colorful History
February is a month set aside to pay particular attention to an often-overlooked piece of American history. During this month, we spend time intentionally seeking out and honoring the history of African Americans whose stories are largely left out of text books....
Lending our Services
Community Wealth Partners is an organization which partners with nonprofit organizations and foundation to create and implement strategies that engage stakeholders, improve organizations and create lasting change. Through a previously awarded grant, NeighborWorks...
Message from the Board Chair
NeighborWorks Waco's construction continues with all safety measures in place for our Belmont Village subdivisions. We are excited for the additional 27 duplexes and for the families who will reside in these homes while they strive to become future homeowners. Due...
Executive Insights
It’s the end of summer, and yes, we are still in pandemic protocol with our staff working from home and office as needed for these past 6 months. Our offices mostly remain closed to the public with appointments only for those needing to meet in person. ...
Proposed Expansion of Project SAVER
Baylor University regularly offers a class in philanthropy. Students study area non-profits and evaluate the programs and services being offered. They are taught to think critically about the opportunities present in the community and the ways in which local...
