About NEW
The Neighborhood Empowerment and Wealth Collective (NEW) is a non-profit corporation that is committed to addressing the affordable housing crisis in Georgia. We are promoting a NEW American Dream of self-sufficiency, self-determination, and community action utilizing the cooperative housing model as a pathway to homeownership for low-income households. In addition to helping families un
derstand how cooperative housing can be a viable solution to elevate this crisis, we offer financial literacy and homebuyer training for people who want to establish a realistic budged to manage their finances, improve their credit scores, and prepare for the traditional homebuying process. Everything we do at NEW is focused on helping low-income families obtain clean, safe, and stable housing. Our Vision
At Neighborhood Empowerment and Wealth Collective, we envision a NEW American Dream in Georgia where every family, regardless of income, thrives in the warmth and security of their own home. We are pioneering a future where affordable housing is the norm, not the exception, and where the strength of community fuels self-sufficiency and determination. Our vision extends beyond homeownership – we aim to foster financial resilience and independence among our communities through education, empowering individuals to transform their lives. We are committed to creating a world where the phrase ‘low-income’ does not mean ‘low opportunity.’
Our Mission
NEW will realize its vision by developing relationships and partnerships with business owners, government agencies, community organizations, volunteers, and concerned citizens who are aligned with our values and seek to work as a collective to address the affordable housing gap. Additionally, we will seek federal, state, and local funding from sources that will help cover the cost of establishing the organization and developing the housing units. Finally, we will work to introduce the concept of cooperative living opportunities as a solution to the affordable housing crisis within low-income communities.
