At the Sustainable Economies Law Center (SELC), we believe that housing should be a community asset and a human right, not a commodity on the speculative market. Skyrocketing housing costs are propelling more people into poverty than ever and displacing residents and local businesses, especially in communities of color. We need #PeoplePoweredEconomies where housing is sustainable, controlled by community, and affordable for every member of society. Learn more about SELC’s Housing Program here.
Our goal for May is to raise $30,000 in 30 days. Will you join us?
Learn more about our #PeoplePoweredEconomies campaign here.
It takes a people-powered organization to create people-powered housing! Hundreds of you responded to our call last year and we have accomplished much together since then. It's time to go further. Become a member or increase your existing membership* and help the Sustainable Economies Law Center develop new models and empowering tools for equitable housing. Your donation will help us:
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Work with a client to prototype a permanently affordable cooperative housing project crowdfunded by the community;
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Create an online resource library of legal tools for innovative housing and land stewardship models;
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Develop a half-day training on how to start a housing cooperative;
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Advance policies to support community land trusts, legalize tiny homes, and reduce barriers to cooperative housing; and
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Much more!
Your partnership this month has extra impact. 10% of every donation this month will go to support two of our incredible grassroots partners doing great work to advance #PeoplePoweredEconomies in their communities: Cooperation Richmond and Planting Justice.
And if you become a new member with a recurring donation, the Fund 4 Democratic Communities will match your gift with $100! Become a member TODAY and make your support go even further!
In Solidarity and Cooperation,
SELC's Housing Program -
Sara, Chris, Janelle, and Elizabeth D.
* Extra special thanks to our existing Community Members - we couldn't have come this far without YOU! If you would like to increase your membership, please email Eunice Kwon at [email protected]