Join BHC and RRHA at tomorrow night’s Blackwell Neighborhood Civic Association meeting, where Mr. Tyler Potterfield will present Blackwell’s Historic Roots. As Preservation Planner with the City of Richmond, Mr. Potterfield has conducted research on the Blackwell neighborhood and its historic past, which he will share at the meeting. The meeting will be held at the
Two Upcoming Renovation Lending Workshops in July
Better Housing Coalition’s Center for Neighborhood Revitalization has TWO upcoming opportunities this month for FREE Renovation Lending Workshops that will give you all of the financial tools you need for the renovation of an old house in a Richmond neighborhood. You will learn about two important subjects: Renovation Lending Programs How to Qualify for a
Winchester Greens Students Build Culinary Skills
Through a partnership with Chesterfield Virginia Cooperative Extension, BHC’s Community Social Work has brought the Cooking Matters for Teens program to the young residents of Winchester Greens. Offered in the Community Center, this program consists of six two-hour classes which teach teens how to make healthy food choices, how to create meals and snacks for themselves, and the importance
Join us for Renovators’ Happy Hour on June 16
BHC’s Center for Neighborhood Revitalization willl hold its next Renovators’ Happy Hour onThursday, June 16, 5:30 – 7:00 pm. Please join us after work for light refreshments, beverages, and good company as we showcase BHC’s newest single-family renovation at 2012 Fairmount Avenue. This home is ready to welcome new residents to the historic Church Hill
Senior Residents Give Back to Rescue Squad
On Saturday, May 21, the residents of Rockwood Village came together to hold a community-wide yard sale at Faith Heritage Church on Courthouse Road. The yard sale was more than just a ‘spring cleaning’ – it was a way for the residents to say thank you to Station 24 of the Chesterfield County Rescue Squad, as they are
Capital One: One Week, Hundreds of Residents Served
BHC is very fortunate and grateful to have been a partner for Capital One’s ‘One Week’ for company volunteerism. Capital One organized four separate volunteer projects May 16-20, all designed to improve the lives of BHC residents. To kick off the week, Capital One constructed a bocce ball court and horseshoe pit for our senior
Spring is for Pedals at Carter Woods
This past Monday was an exciting day for the senior residents at Carter Woods, when the community received two bicycles generously donated by Eastern Henrico FISH. They happily took turns riding around the outdoor trails and welcomed the opportunity to enjoy the pleasant spring weather. Better Housing Coalition and its residents thank Eastern Henrico FISH
BHC to Hold Historic Tax Credit Workshop
The Better Housing Coalition’s (BHC) Center for Neighborhood Revitalization is pleased to present a workshop on how renovating a historic house can benefit homeowners living in the numerous State & Federal Historic Districts located throughout the City of Richmond. Join us to learn how to make the most of Virginia’s Rehabilitation Tax Credit Program. The
Lincoln Mews named Multifamily Renovation Project of the Year by EarthCraft Virginia
On Thursday, March 24, Lincoln Mews was announced as the Multifamily Renovation Project of the Year at the second annual EarthCraft Virginia Builder Awards. Acquired by Better Housing Coalition in 2008, Lincoln Mews is the complete renovation of what was formerly known as Lincoln Manor. BHC renovated the interiors and exteriors of the apartments and
Join BHC in celebrating our 2011 Groundbreaker Award Winners!
BHC’s annual Groundbreakers celebration returns to Beckstoffers Mill in Church Hill on Tuesday, April 5, 6:00 – 8:30 pm. We invite you to celebrate our 2011 Groundbreaker Award winners and their contributions to the Greater Richmond community. Special guests include The Honorable Robert F. McDonnell, Governor of Virginia, and The Honorable Dwight C. Jones, Mayor of The