Avenue

06/19/2026

🏠 Homeownership is a Winning Move!

Ready to take the next step toward owning a home?

Join us for the Own the Hou Homeownership Fair, a free community event designed to connect current and future homeowners with the resources, education, and professionals needed to achieve long-term homeownership success.

📅 June 27, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Houston City College – West Loop Campus
5601 West Loop South, Houston, TX 77081

Whether you're preparing to purchase your first home or looking for resources to strengthen your financial future, this event is for you.

🎟️ Admission is FREE!

🔗 Register today: https://bit.ly/HomeownershipFair26

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06/18/2026

June is National Homeownership Month, and we're continuing to highlight affordable homeownership opportunities across Houston!

This week, we're featuring Orchard Place, a community offering more than 50 brand-new townhomes designed to help qualifying Harris County residents achieve homeownership.

📍 Orchard Place | Houston, TX

✨ Why Buyers Are Taking Notice:

• New townhomes starting in the $240,000s
• Homes priced between $247,000–$269,000
• 3 Bedrooms | 2.5 Bathrooms
• Up to 1,920 Sq. Ft.
• Brand-new construction
• Down payment assistance available for qualifying Harris County residents
• Closing cost assistance available
• Interest rate buy-down programs available

Thinking about buying a home but not sure where to start?

Avenue's Homebuyer Education team can help you prepare for homeownership, improve your mortgage readiness, and connect you with down payment assistance programs that may be available to you.

📞 713.864.9099
📧 [email protected]

Affordable homeownership opportunities are still available in Houston—you just need to know where to find them.

06/11/2026

Homeownership starts with having the right information and resources.

We're excited to be part of the Own the HOU Homeownership Fair on June 27, where attendees can learn about credit building, financial education, housing counseling, and programs that support future homeowners.

If homeownership is one of your goals, this is a great opportunity to take the next step. 🏡

🏡 Registration is open for the Own the HOU Homeownership Fair on June 27!

Join us at Houston City College West Loop Campus to connect with organizations, vendors, and resources designed to support your homeownership journey.

Attendees can learn more about Avenue’s Matched Funds for Credit program, which helps eligible Harris County residents establish or rebuild credit as they work toward future homeownership goals.

Members of the Own the HOU Collaborative will also be on site, sharing information about:
• Homebuyer assistance programs
• Financial education
• Housing counseling
• Resources for current homeowners

Don’t miss this opportunity. Register today at https://bit.ly/HomeownershipFair26

Houston LISC

06/10/2026

Homeownership Is a Winning Move!

Whether you're preparing to buy your first home or looking for resources to strengthen your financial future, the Own the Hou Homeownership Fair is for you!

Join housing professionals, lenders, counselors, and community organizations for a free event focused on helping Houston families achieve and sustain homeownership.

Topics Include:

✔ Credit Readiness
✔ Budgeting & Financial Preparation
✔ Down Payment Assistance
✔ Homebuyer Resources
✔ Homeownership Preservation
✔ Protecting Generational Wealth

📅 Saturday, June 27, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Houston City College – West Loop Campus

❓What is your biggest question about buying a home?

Tell us in the comments!

Register today: https://bit.ly/HomeownershipFair26

Own the HOU - Conquista HOU

06/08/2026

June is National Homeownership Month, and we're celebrating by highlighting some of Houston's incredible affordable homeownership opportunities!

First up: Southern Palms in Houston's South Union/University area.

📍 5004 Elizabeth City St., Houston, TX

This community features 40 affordable single-family homes available to individuals and families earning up to 120% of the Area Median Income (AMI).

✨ Home Features:

• $253,510 sales price
• 3 Bedrooms | 2.5 Bathrooms
• 1,643 Sq. Ft.
• Modern design and quality construction

These beautiful homes are move-in ready and offer an affordable pathway to homeownership in one of Houston's growing communities.

For more information, contact Latisha Grant with TAS Realty.

Thinking about buying a home but not sure where to start?

Call 713.864.9099 or email [email protected] to learn more about our Homebuyer Education classes.

Our team can help you prepare for homeownership, improve your mortgage readiness, and connect you with down payment assistance programs that may be available to you.

05/26/2026

Big dreams need big support! 🌟☀️ Summer is here, and Avenue is gearing up for an incredible season with Camp Avenue and our Back-to-School prep!

We need YOUR help to make sure every child in our community has the tools they need to create, learn, and thrive. 🎨✏️🎒

WHAT WE NEED: ✨ Art & craft supplies 🍎 Healthy snacks & juice boxes 🧩 Board games & STEM kits 📚 Notebooks, pencils, and backpacks

HOW TO HELP:
1️⃣ Drop off: Bring items to our main office (3517 Irvington Blvd, 3rd Floor, Houston) Mon-Fri, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM. Please label donations "Camp" or "Back to School".
2️⃣ Shop Online: Grab items directly from our Amazon or Walmart wishlists (https://avenuecdc.org/waystogive/ ).

⏰ DEADLINE: Please get donations to us by July 15, 2026!

Let's make this summer and fall unforgettable for our kids. Tag a friend who loves to give back! 👇💙

05/15/2026

Avenue invites you to be part of an exciting effort to mobilize voters in Houston’s Greater Northside for the 2026 Midterm Elections. This is your chance to make a real impact by connecting with neighbors and helping ensure every voice is heard.

What you’ll do:
🚶‍♂️ Canvass door-to-door in assigned neighborhoods
🤝 Work in pairs using provided routes
📍 Start each shift from a local hub in Greater Northside

Campaign Details:
🗓️ May 25 – June 21 (includes training week)
💻 Attend one required 2-hour Zoom training (May 27 or May 28)
⏱️ 2.5-hour shifts (commit to at least 3)
💵 Receive $50 per shift + $40 for training

✅ Participants must speak English or be bilingual in English and Spanish

Ready to get involved? Sign up by TODAY, May 15 at midnight:
🔗 https://bit.ly/427WBEP

Please consider joining and share this opportunity with your friends and family!

Let’s work together to strengthen our community and increase voter participation!