Our Commitment to Community

At Blackland Neighborhood we know from our founding that community is an integral component of safe and stable housing. We recognize that each and every community member is a thread weaved into the tapestry of our community. As such, it is that deep sense of community that drives us everyday in the pursuit of opportunities for all to flourish.

The tapestry of community forms a safety net in times of need. Community is that sense of sustainability that stands the test of time, insurmountable odds and Goliath-level forces.

We take strength from the many neighbors that founded this organization.

Our Founders:

Katherine Pool, Bo McCarver, Charles Smith

Our mission

Building community and improving lives through quality affordable housing services in the Blackland neighborhood.

Our vision

Everyone deserves a safe space to call home. We are committed to providing as many resources as possible to those in our community who need them.

Our Values

  • Community: across all aspects of our organization, recognize the power of ordinary people doing extraordinary things together

  • Empowerment: support individual and family self-determination in achieving housing stability

  • Resilience: ensure affordable housing for future generations through the responsible stewardship of resources

  • Diversity: embrace and promote an inclusive community that celebrates everyone’s uniqueness and contributions

  • Compassion: treat every person with empathy and respect, meeting them where they are

  • Equity: commit to providing services and opportunities to achieve equitable outcomes

Our Team

Our strength lies in our individuality. Set up by Esther Bryce, our team strives to bring in the best talent in various fields, from architecture to interior design and sales.

Jaheer Jones

Community Engagement Manager

Board of Directors

Tamika Spence

Executive Administrative Assistant

Andy Bucknall

Executive Director

Jennifer Romo

Case Manager

Gary Handley

Maintenance

Carylan Lee

Member

Austin Dennis

President

Michael Thor Thomas

Vice President

Lisa De Simone

Member

Brooke Shannon

Secretary

Amy Allen

Member