Words That Keep Us Going

On Inspiration

“Housing is the answer to homelessness. Each home we create is a promise that no one will be forgotten, no one will be invisible, and everyone will have a place to belong. Together, we can open the door to hope.”

— Nico Sanders, CEO, Community Housing Associates

On Dignity and Humanity

"Having an open mind means learning to add more to our already existing beliefs about affirming dignity of those who are impoverished."
— Terence Lester

"People who are homeless are not social inadequates. They are people without homes."
— Sheila McKechnie

"Before you ignore another homeless person on the street, just remember that that could be someone's father or someone's mother and they have a story."
— Syesha Mercado

On Service and Compassion

"To save a life is a real and beautiful thing. To make a home for the homeless, yes, it is a thing that must be good; whatever the world may say, it cannot be wrong."
— Vincent Van Gogh

"Love is not patronizing and charity isn't about pity, it is about love. Charity and love are the same — with charity you give love, so don't just give money but reach out your hand instead."
— Mother Teresa

"Our prime purpose in this life is to help others and if you can't help them, at least don't hurt them."
— Dalai Lama

On Understanding and Action

"Don't try to drive the homeless into places we find suitable. Help them survive in places they find suitable."
— Daniel Quinn

"None of us are home until all of us are home."
— Project HOME

"The best way to not feel hopeless is to get up and do something."
— Barack Obama

On Systemic Issues

"Freedom is meaningless if people cannot put food in their stomachs, if they can have no shelter, if illiteracy and disease continue to dog them."
— Nelson Mandela

"The test of a civilization is in the way that it cares for its helpless members."
— Pearl S. Buck

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Broadening Our Local Footprint

Community Housing Associates expands its reach beyond owned properties by partnering with private property owners to lease additional housing units throughout Baltimore. This collaborative approach allows us to house more individuals and families while maintaining quality living standards across all properties. By working directly with property owners, we ensure residents receive consistent, high-quality housing regardless of whether they live in our owned or leased units.

Reaching the Most Vulnerable

At Community Housing Associates, we recognize the unique financial challenges faced by individuals living with mental illness. Our focus is on serving those with very low incomes, specifically within the 0-30% range of the area median income. We ensure that no resident pays more than 30% of their income on housing through creative resource use and innovative management.

Meaningful Change in Numbers

Our impact is measurable through the lives we have changed and homes we have provided. Key highlights include:

  • Increase unit availability through strategic acquisitions and partnerships throughout the Baltimore community.
  • Long-term housing stability for vulnerable individuals and families.
  • Consistent support helps residents regain independence and well-being.

Support Hope and Housing Today

The impact we make in Baltimore is only possible with the support of donors and partners who share our vision. Your contribution helps us provide safe, affordable housing and supportive services to those who need it most. Please consider donating today to help build a brighter future for our community.

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