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Audrey Walker, the director of Jubilee Housing’s Youth Services program, shares insights into its history, growth, and impact. Under her leadership, the program has evolved to provide educational support and opportunities for Jubilee residents and young people in the community. In this Q&A article, Audrey discusses the program’s successes and her vision for its continued growth.

Karen Salmeron’s story is an example of the rich tapestry of caring and opportunity that enables Jubilee Housing to make a lasting and meaningful difference in many young lives.

In this Q&A style article, we delve into the rich experiences and profound impact of Nona Beth Cresswell who dedicated her life to nurturing and uplifting children. From her childhood experience in the Church of the Saviour to founding the Jubilee Children’s House, her journey is a testament to the power of gifts, faith, and community.

Myra Peabody Gossens sat down with us to tell us the story of how JSA was formed and the importance of partnering with the business community.

For many years, the Jubilee Support Alliance (JSA) was Jubilee Housing’s connection to the Washington DC business community, especially in the commercial real estate sector. Many will remember the extraordinary Garage Sale Galas, the annual wine tastings hosted by The Washington Post’s wine columnist Michael Franz, and the corporate team-building Jubilee Workdays. These events raised millions for Jubilee Housing and introduced thousands to the organization.

Jubilee Housing’s commitment to Justice Housing is strengthened by its invaluable business partnerships. We celebrate the voices of our current partners who are motivated by a deep-seated belief in the transformative power of Justice Housing.

Frederick “Bart” Harvey, former Chair and Chief Executive Officer of Enterprise Community Partners and current Chair of the Calvert Impact Board of Directors, left his lucrative investment banking job in New York to work with Jim Rouse, one of the founders of Jubilee Housing and Enterprise Community Partners.

Jim Rouse hand-picked Bob to lead a group of more than 20 development partners, including Clark Construction, in renovating Jubilee buildings. This role would blossom into 12 years of service as the first Vice President of Jubilee Housing, effectively leading the organization’s day-to-day operation.

“When you get to know Jim Rouse, you get to know one thing. This is a man of possibilities. His mantra was if it ought to be, it can be. He believed deeply in people, and he believed that we needed to build community together.’”

In this first-time Q&A with Ramon Jacobson, Executive Director of the Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC), we delve into the pivotal moment when the fate of Jubilee Housing’s ambitious Maycroft Apartments project hung in the balance.