PROGRAMS

WHY AFRICATOWN?

Africatown is bringing the community’s vision to life with programs that are creating a Black and thriving Central District that includes Black homeownership and successful Black-owned businesses while honoring legacy and culture.

LAND STEWARDSHIP

BENU Community Home

A trauma-informed men’s shelter providing culturally relevant, wrap-around services targeting Black men.

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Africatown Plaza

A groundbreaking monument to community-led design and innovative development, providing 124 units of affordable housing in the heart of the Central District. 

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William Grose Center

The Central District’s hub for youth tech programming and Black-owned business development.

CULTURE PRESERVATION

Summer of Soul

A full calendar of public, Black cultural events honoring legacy and celebrating community.

PLACE MAKING

CD Business Development

Strengthening the community’s Black-owned businesses through resources, development and public partnerships.

LAND STEWARDSHIP

South Walker Street Development

A development offering centrally-located homeownership opportunities with affordable townhomes.

PLACE MAKING

Homeownership Initiative

Providing access to resources that create viable pathways to Black Homeownership.

PLACE MAKING

Judkins Park Renovation Partnership

Collaborative community engagement ensuring community-led design of a historic neighborhood asset.