Houston's Fifth Ward Community Redevelopment Corporation

12/29/2022

Due to us going into the new year over the course of the weekend, the office will be closed on Monday to observe the holiday. Have a safe weekend and Happy New Year from Fifth Ward CRC! 🎆🎉

12/23/2022

We just want to let you all know that in order to observe the Christmas holiday, our office will closed next week. Stay safe and enjoy your time with your family. We will see you soon!

12/22/2022

12/17/2022

This Saturday, we will be working with a few amazing partners to bring the community a holiday food drive. With this food drive, we hope to be able to provide the ingredients to make a holiday meal to several families in need.
Please help us spread the word by sharing this post. You never know who is on your timeline, and if they may be in need!

12/14/2022

This Saturday, we will be working with a few amazing partners to bring the community a holiday food drive. With this food drive, we hope to be able to provide the ingredients to make a holiday meal to several families in need.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post. You never know who is on your timeline, and if they may be in need!

If you would like to volunteer for this event, please visit this link to sign up: https://bit.ly/3VLu17g

12/12/2022

SAVE THE DATE: 04.01.2023

Planning for the 10th annual Lyons Avenue Renaissance Festival has officially begun.

12/06/2022

This will be the last Homebuyer Education Workshop of this year. Sign up while you are still able to, and start your home buying process before the year is over!

Link to register: fifthward.force.com/Fifthwardcrccft/

If you are unable to attend that particular date, but would still like to take advantage of the workshop this year, a self-paced course is available through eHome America: www.ehomeamerica.org/fifthwardcrc

12/06/2022

‼️ ST. ELIZABETH UPDATE ‼️

We don't mean to brag, but St. Elizabeth has a pretty amazing view of downtown. Leasing starts late 2023. More details to come in the new year!

If you have any questions about St. Elizabeth Place, please message our Real Estate Associate, Mylles Hallado at [email protected]!

11/30/2022

‼️ HOME FOR SALE ‼️

Take a peak at this beautiful two-bedroom home that we saved from demolition. And to think it could be your new home!

If you're interested in making a purchase, please contact our Real Estate Associate, Mylles Hallado, today to stake your claim!

11/29/2022

is tomorrow, and it is celebrated worldwide as a generosity movement that encourages people to give back in any way they can!

Everyone has something to give, even if they don't realize it. We took some time to consider the ways in which people can participate in with Fifth Ward CRC. They are as follows:

Give donations to FWCRC to help us continue our initiative:
https://bit.ly/3Oucv4W

Give time to FWCRC by sign up to be a volunteer:
https://bit.ly/3tPL0cs

Give skills to FWCRC sending us a message regarding partnering with us for a workshop, service, or event.

Give voice to FWCRC by sharing information about us and our initiatives.

Give a shout to FWCRC by tagging us in opportunities that align with our initiative.

11/28/2022

**BOIL WATER NOTICE**

Good morning community! You may already know this, but just in case you do not, the City of Houston is under a boil water notice after the East Water Purification Plant lost power on Sunday, November 27th around 10:30 AM.

We are asking you to please be safe and boil any water that you will be using or consuming.

Thank you!

11/24/2022

We hope everyone is enjoying the holiday today! Just as a reminder, our office is closed today and the remainder of the week. See you on Monday!

11/23/2022

Good morning everyone! This is just a reminder that we will be closing early today, and remaining closed the rest of the week. Happy Thanksgiving!

11/21/2022

is celebrated worldwide as a generosity movement that encourages people to give back in any way they can!

Everyone has something to give, even if they don't realize it. We took some time to consider the ways in which people can participate in with Fifth Ward CRC. They are as follows:

Give donations to FWCRC to help us continue our initiative:
https://bit.ly/3Oucv4W

Give time to FWCRC by sign up to be a volunteer:
https://bit.ly/3tPL0cs

Give skills to FWCRC sending us a message regarding partnering with us for a workshop, service, or event.

Give voice to FWCRC by sharing information about us and our initiatives.

Give a shout to FWCRC by tagging us in opportunities that align with our initiative.

11/21/2022

HOME FOR SALE:

You could be our next closer! If you're interested in purchasing this home, contact our Real Estate Associate, Mylles Hallado, today and put your offer in!

11/15/2022

Holiday season has arrived! As we start to prepare for the year's end, we wanted to make you aware of our office closures. Happy Holidays! ❤

11/12/2022

‼️ CLOSING TIME ‼️

Congratulations to our first time homebuyer for closing on this beautiful 4 bedroom home!

You could be the next person to close!

If you would like to purchase or build a home, please reach out to Mylles Hallado. You can email him at [email protected] or call (713) 674-0175 x 106.

11/11/2022

The team at Fifth Ward CRC would like to say thank you to every person who has served or is serving this country, no matter when or how long they served. Thank you for your part in ensuring the safety and security of our nation. ❤️️

11/11/2022

You still have time to get registered for this Saturday's Homebuyer Education Course!

Whether you have already begun your home buying process, or you need help figuring out where to start, this class can benefit you and your process. No prerequisites required to get started! Just sign up today with the following link!

https://fifthward.force.com/Fifthwardcrccft/

11/10/2022

We are helping Pleasant Hill Baptist Church collect food and clothing items so that families in need are able to receive the items to have their own Thanksgiving meal!

Please donate if you can!

11/09/2022

Fifth Ward CRC would like to publicly thank the partners who helped us by participating in the FALLing into Homeownership event!

We couldn't have pulled it off without you coming out and sharing your information with the residents of the Fifth Ward Community, so that they are aware that they have options when it comes to owning their own home.

THANK YOU SO MUCH ❤️️:

Womack Development & Investment Realtors, Maurice Tillman, Mortgage Loan Officer - NMLS # 1484050 with Trustmark, Woodforest National Bank, Independent Financial, The McCullum Agency, Capital One, Janet Poe - Chase Home Lending Associate- NMLS Id1591042 with Chase, Amegy Bank, Cadence Bank, Nigel Hypolite NMLS 482265 - Origin Bank, Maria Bonilla - Your Next Realtor, Patricia Vega Founder of Quantum New Energy, and Nicole Donaldson of Farmers Insurance!

11/08/2022

Today is the last day to get out and vote! Exercise your right and make sure your voice gets counted. Polls will be open as late as 7PM!

11/07/2022

❗️❗️QUIZ TIME❗️❗️

Do you know how many apartments we are adding in the historic portions of the St. Elizabeth Hospital and Covenant?

We have two free 'I AM THE 5TH' kids t-shirts available for the first person to guess the answer correctly!

Feel free to send us a message for more information on the St. Elizabeth Place project.

11/05/2022

It’s not too late to start your homebuying process before the year ends! Let us help you.

To get started, visit fifthward.force.com/fifthwardcrccft

If you have any questions about our homebuying course, send us a message!

11/02/2022

11/02/2022

**ST. ELIZABETH PLACE CONSTRUCTION UPDATE**

No one ever doubted how well St. Elizabeth Hospital was built. While cutting into the slab to run water and sewer lines, we realized some places are 18 inches thick.

If you would like to know more about what's happening with the transformation of St. Elizabeth Hospital, visit our NEW website, www.fifthwardcrc.org!

10/28/2022

We are 5th Ward proud this weekend at the 2022 NeighborWorks Community Leadership Institute in Charlotte along with our friends Avenue

10/26/2022

**NEW HOME FOR SALE**

This home was saved from being torn down, and is in the final stages of restoration and remodeling!

If you're interested in purchasing this home, contact our Real Estate Associate, Mylles Hallado, today and put your offer in!

10/25/2022

📢** ALERT!!**📢

StateFarm has given 5th Ward GO Neighborhoods the ability to provide a safety grants to the 5th Ward Community.

The deadline was originally October 28th, BUT we are happy to announce that it has been extended to November 30th.

For more information about this grant, please contact Denise Morales via email at [email protected], or call our office!

Use this link to apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScVf9J7bdpVxXU1-UGV1FVJewEnpo4uGOsiiuuFdrt73s7-TA/viewform

10/25/2022

The Fifth Ward Small Business Series is still going strong, and the fourth event in the lineup is quickly approaching!

Join us and the SBA Houston District on ZOOM to learn how to get certified as a Woman-Owned Small Business and gain information on the type of resources and opportunities available to you!

You can register here: https://bit.ly/3Tup9mD

10/24/2022

Don't forget to register for the 5th Ward Grant Writing Workshop!

A FREE virtual workshop that will cover the basics of grant writing and provide you with tips to increase your chances of success!

The workshop is on Wednesday, October 26th via ZOOM. Just call or email Mayra Bontemps to register!

10/22/2022

We are out here and having a ball!

It’s not too late to stop by the FALLing into Homeownership event. We’ll be here until 1PM.

Come and network, learn the options or opportunities available as homebuyer or a homeowner, listen to music, and get yourself a barbecue plate!

10/21/2022

NeighborWorks America is sponsoring a FREE 5th Ward Grant Writing Workshop! Open to ALL community residents. Contact Mayra Bontemps to sign up today!

10/18/2022

*DID YOU KNOW*

Were you aware that St. Elizabeth Hospital is undergoing construction so that it can serve as housing in the Fifth Ward Community?

All historic parts of the hospital will be preserved in the midst of the construction so that we can be reminded of the significance of this hospital to our neighborhood! ❤

10/14/2022

We ❤ our community. That's it. That's the post!

10/14/2022

One in eight women in the United States will develop breast cancer in her lifetime. Fifth Ward CRC supports those who are fighting and admires those who have managed to survive!

10/13/2022

Hello Community!
5th Ward GO Neighborhoods is celebrating Día de Los Mu***os at The DeLUXE Theater !

We invite you to bring a picture of your loved one that has passed, along with something they enjoyed. You can also email their name and a picture to [email protected] to be printed for you to share!

Starting October 17th, and all the way through to November 3rd you can come at any time from 10 AM to 5PM to drop off and decorate your items at the community altar.

For more information about Día de Los Mu***os, view this video!: https://youtu.be/O1q0e2AN4V4

10/12/2022

Summer may be over, but hurricane season isn't. We just want to remind you to continue to prepare for the worst, while hoping for the best! Your safety is important to us.