Save HDFCs

Save HDFCs We are 100,000+ HDFC homeowners united to protect the affordable co-ops we built from abandoned buildings.

Our mission: keep HDFCs affordable, self-governed, and stable for generations. Join us to support the Jackson–Taylor Self-Determination, Preservation & Affordability Act.

07/29/2026

Diane Orr shares how long it took to prepare the building!

Long before the official construction crew took over, the shareholders were the crew. This is the raw, inspiring truth behind sweat equity in an NYC HDFC.

Want to join the movement or share your own experience? Visit SaveHDFCs.org or click the link in our bio to take action and make your voice heard! 🗣
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HDFC story collected by: - thank you, Jasmina!

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07/14/2026

And we still are.


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06/28/2026

Diane Orr shares details of just how dangerous it was back then!

Want to join the movement or share your own experience? Visit SaveHDFCs.org or click the link in our bio to take action and make your voice heard! 🗣

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HDFC story collected by: - thank you, Jasmina!

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HDFC co-ops weren't built on minor repairs. They were complete gut rehabs powered by working-class sweat equity. With cr...
06/22/2026

HDFC co-ops weren't built on minor repairs.
They were complete gut rehabs powered by working-class sweat equity.
With critical NYC tax exemptions expiring in 2029, these affordable homes face huge risk.

Now is the time to protect the families who rebuilt them.



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06/16/2026

Loisaida?

To learn more, dive into Diane Orr's second video in our HDFC Stories series!

Want to join the movement or share your own experience? Visit SaveHDFCs.org or click the link in our bio to take action and make your voice heard! 🗣

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HDFC story collected by: - thank you, Jasmina!


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The fact that HDFC co-ops consistently price 30% to 50% below the neighborhood market median proves one thing: HDFC home...
06/09/2026

The fact that HDFC co-ops consistently price 30% to 50% below the neighborhood market median proves one thing: HDFC homeowners kept their end of the bargain. The model works.

Now, it is time for the public and decision-makers to keep theirs by delivering the critical policy support, tax relief, and infrastructure funding these communities need to thrive for the next generation.



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06/05/2026

If you walked down East 11th Street between Avenue B and C in the early 1980s, you would have seen a block fighting to survive systemic neglect and abandoned tenements. But the neighbors of Alphabet City refused to let their community crumble.

Watch part one of Diane Orr's HDFC story to learn more.

Want to join the movement or share your own experience? Visit SaveHDFCs.org or click the link in our bio to take action and make your voice heard! 🗣

Stay tuned for more stories and updates coming soon!

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HDFC story collected by: - thank you, Jasmina!



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Thank you City Council Member Shaun Abreu!Councilmember Oswald Feliz Council Member Crystal Hudson New York City Coun...
06/02/2026

Thank you City Council Member Shaun Abreu!

Councilmember Oswald Feliz Council Member Crystal Hudson New York City Council Member Rita Joseph - we need your support!



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05/29/2026

Don't wait until it's too late. ⏳
Watch part three of Martha Hauze’s HDFC story to see what happens if you don't take action.

Want to join the movement or share your own experience?
Visit https://savehdfcs.org/take-action-contact-your-representative/ or click the link in our bio to take action and make your voice heard! 🗣

Stay tuned for more stories and updates coming soon!

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HDFC story collected by: - thank you, Jasmina!

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Thank you, Martha, for perfectly summarizing what is at stake.To help, please:1. Visit SaveHDFCs.org (or click on the li...
05/27/2026

Thank you, Martha, for perfectly summarizing what is at stake.

To help, please:

1. Visit SaveHDFCs.org (or click on the link in our bio) to learn more.
2. Tell your reps to pass S.880B/A.2707B!
3. Share this post to spread the word!

Make your voice heard! 🗣


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