Hey y’all, I’m looking to start a non-profit that focuses on providing safe and affordable housing for LGBTQ+ individuals and families in a sustainable and cooperative living structure, likely somewhere in Oregon.
This setup would allow people to hold a long-term lease of a part of land owned by the non-profit. Individuals and families will be able to build equity in improvements on their leased land while ensuring the land is continuously used for the non-profit mission of sustainability and affordable housing. I also imagine communal recreational areas and gardens where responsibilities and harvests are shared.
Right now, I am just a person with a dream and a potential source of a ~$50,000 donation. I truly do believe in this way of life and hope to utilize grants and donations to make this dream a reality for people who are often priced out of these communities. The LGBTQ+ community has been a safe and welcoming space for me and I’d like to help create a safe and welcoming space to give back.
I need as much help to make this a reality as y’all are willing to give. Hit me with your knowledge, wisdom, advice, successes, fails, things you wish you’d considered along the way. If anyone is willing to be a more long-term mentor, that would be much appreciated.
I am also looking for 4-6 likeminded individuals or families who are willing to put in the work with me to make this a reality for ourselves and others. While the financial burden for a setup like this is lower, we will need to spend much more time applying for grants, fundraising, and ensuring we’re compliant with federal non-profit regulations.
If you’re interested or have any questions, leave a comment or DM. Thanks to everyone in advance!
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