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Bringing Durham Home, Together
As winter continues, Durham Community Land Trustees (DCLT) remains steadfast in its mission to build, manage, and advocate for permanently affordable housing in Durham. This season invites reflection on The Care We Give—care that shows up in warm, stable homes, strong neighborhoods, and systems designed to serve both present and future generations.
December: This month’s newsletter reflects a powerful close to the year—celebrating impact, partnership, and forward momentum. From the 2025 Annual Meeting that brought residents, board members, and partners together in community, to visible progress at 704 Grant Street where the foundations and framing of permanently affordable homes are now complete, DCLT continues to turn vision into reality. Highlights include regional and national engagement through modular housing innovation, meaningful partnerships with organizations like Habitat for Humanity of Durham and Triangle Community Foundation, and continued pathways to homeownership through monthly Homebuyer Sessions into 2026. As the season of giving unfolds, the newsletter also lifts up the importance of sustainable support and asset-based giving—ensuring that affordability, equity, and community stewardship remain at the heart of Durham’s future.
November: This month’s newsletter highlights innovation, collaboration, and community impact! From Proctor Street to Guthrie Village, DCLT is showcasing what’s possible as two groundbreaking homes—a new modular build and a nationally recognized shipping-container model—arrive in Durham. We also welcomed nearly 70 registrants for From Capital to Community, our hands-on Modular Construction Training with Module, advancing sustainable, affordable housing solutions across North Carolina. Catch highlights from Dig for DCLT Day, meet our new Engagement Coordinator, Nathan Kemp, and explore updates on new homeownership opportunities, including the beautifully renovated 1006 Rock Street currently available at an attainable price point.
This month’s newsletter is rooted in partnership and progress! Durham Community Land Trustees (DCLT) and the Grant Street Community were honored with the Best Advocacy Event Award by the NC Housing Coalition, recognizing the power of neighborhood-led change. We’re also preparing to host a hands-on Mission-Driven Developer Training with Module this November—bringing national expertise to Bull City. Explore highlights from the Triangle Community Foundation’s Housing Affordability Bus Tour, see how VOACC and DCLT are advancing veteran housing through Guthrie Village, and don’t miss updates on Anderson Apartments—now leasing affordable homes in the heart of Durham!
This month’s newsletter is rooted in community! Volunteers brought new life to Ashe Street Garden, and we’re thrilled to welcome Renee Long as DCLT’s new Community Garden Coordinator. Plus, Donna Myers has been re-elected as Board President through 2026, ensuring strong leadership for the year ahead. Explore how community gardens advance our mission, how land trusts protect more than just homes, and get the latest on Anderson Apartments—now leasing affordable, spacious units in the heart of Durham!
June: This month, DCLT is celebrating National Homeownership Month with a groundbreaking at Grant Street, national recognition through NeighborWorks Week, and a generous grant from Coastal Credit Union Foundation. We’re also expanding access to affordable living—Anderson Street Apartments are now leasing with your first month FREE! Catch up on all the ways we’re creating lasting change in Durham.
June: This month, DCLT is celebrating National Homeownership Month with a groundbreaking at Grant Street, national recognition through NeighborWorks Week, and a generous grant from Coastal Credit Union Foundation. We’re also expanding access to affordable living—Anderson Street Apartments are now leasing with your first month FREE! Catch up on all the ways we’re creating lasting change in Durham.
May: This month, we’re planning with purpose through a new one-year strategic plan, expanding homebuyer sessions as 14 new homes come online, and proudly co-sponsoring the 2025 Garden Tour with Keep Durham Beautiful. We spotlight a community-led vision taking shape across our projects, welcome UNC MBA students for a hands-on housing study, and express our gratitude to Meixin Wang for her lasting impact on community and environmental efforts.
April: We’re excited to bring you the latest updates from Durham Community Land Trustees! In this issue, we’re proud to highlight our new partnership with El Centro Hispano as we work to better serve Durham’s Hispanic community. You’ll also get a first look at Reflecting Progress, Renewing Purpose, our 2024 Annual Report—hot off the press! Don’t miss our Partner Highlight featuring Blueprint Roofing & Repairs and the incredible work they’ve done to support our housing efforts. We’re also thrilled to welcome Tawana Jackson to the DCLT team. Plus, check out our brand-new Events Calendar feature, designed to make it easier than ever to stay connected and get involved.
February: DCLT celebrates a new sustainable truck for property upkeep, our ongoing dedication to the Community Land Trust movement, and the 2025 KDB Bulb Blitz Award to beautify Durham’s community gardens—plus much more!