Charlottesville Public Housing Association of Residents - PHAR

Charlottesville Public Housing Association of Residents - PHAR Founded in 1998, PHAR's Mission is to Educate and Empower Low Income Residents to Protect and Improve Our Own Communities through Collective Action.

WHOSE CITY?Charlottesville is building. But who is that new housing being built for?Join PHAR and community partners for...
08/26/2026

WHOSE CITY?

Charlottesville is building. But who is that new housing being built for?

Join PHAR and community partners for a conversation about luxury development, affordable housing, displacement, and the future of our neighborhoods.

Wednesday, September 16
6:00 p.m.
Jefferson School African American Heritage Center

The panel will feature Shamaal Sheppard, co-author of Georgetown’s Abundance for Who? report, alongside local residents and advocates, including PHAR Executive Director Latricia Giles.

The research asks an important question for communities experiencing rapid development: Does simply building more market-rate housing make housing affordable for lower-income families?

Come hear the research, connect it to what is happening in Charlottesville, and join the conversation about who gets to shape the future of our city.

Community Q&A and reception to follow.

See the flyer for details. We hope to see you there!

We are officially one month away from the 29th Annual Westhaven Community Day.Join us on Saturday, August 1, 2026 as we ...
07/01/2026

We are officially one month away from the 29th Annual Westhaven Community Day.

Join us on Saturday, August 1, 2026 as we come together to connect, share, and celebrate Westhaven.

There will be free food, music, games, free sports physicals, community resources, and moments that remind us why this day matters.

We would love to see you there.

We are also still looking for:

Volunteers to help make the day run smoothly!
Vendors to share resources with the community!
Sponsors to help us cover food, activities, supplies, and community needs!

Vendor sign-up:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080E4EACA72DAAFD0-64324234-resource #/
Volunteer sign-up:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080E4EACA72DAAFD0-64325251-volunteers #/
Donate to support Westhaven Community Day:
https://www.pharcville.org/donate/

We look forward to seeing you!

Know Your Rights: You Have the Right to a ReceiptIf you pay rent with cash or a money order, you have the right to ask y...
06/10/2026

Know Your Rights: You Have the Right to a Receipt

If you pay rent with cash or a money order, you have the right to ask your landlord for a written receipt.

That receipt matters. It helps you keep proof of payment and protects you if there is ever a question about your rent.

Under Virginia law, landlords must provide a written receipt when a tenant requests one for rent paid by cash or money order. Tenants can also request a rental ledger.

If you need support or have questions, contact:
Victoria Horrock
Legal Aid Justice Center
[email protected]
(434) 977-0553

Dinner plans? We’ve got you.Join PHAR at Firefly on Wednesday, June 10, from 5–8 PM for Dine & Donate Night. 10% of all ...
06/02/2026

Dinner plans? We’ve got you.

Join PHAR at Firefly on Wednesday, June 10, from 5–8 PM for Dine & Donate Night. 10% of all food sales will support PHAR’s work with public housing residents, youth, organizers, and community leaders.

Dine in or take out. Bring a friend. Bring the whole family. Come enjoy good food while helping build resident power in Charlottesville.

Be sure to tell your server you are there to support PHAR.

04/22/2026

For the past six months, a group of current and former Westhaven residents, along with student filmmaker Aylin Dutt have been working on a short documentary to share the story of Westhaven and LV Collective.

It centers the people behind the politics, bringing a human perspective to how developments like LV impact real lives. You can watch the full film on YouTube (link in bio) and on PHAR’s website. Please consider sharing the video to help Westhaven's story reach more people.

Special thanks to Earl Hicks, Rosia Parker, and Joy Johnson for contributing to this project. All images featured in this video are attributed to the amazing creator, Aylin Dutt. Thank you for shining a bright light on our community.


Address

1000 Preston Avenue, Suite B
Charlottesville, VA
22903

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+14349843255

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