We work with our neighbors to build the promise of a brighter future.
Systemic barriers, a history of racially biased policies, and a lack of equitable investment in Southeast Raleigh neighborhoods have prolonged intergenerational poverty for our residents.
As a local expression of the Purpose Built Communities model, we partner to create equitable opportunities that lead to improved outcomes for individuals, families, and children in our community.
How we Collaborate With Members of The Community
The foundation of our work is grounded in leadership development where all individuals, youth, and families are positive agents of change and are civically ready with the skills necessary to drive long-term individual and community success.
Mixed-Income Housing & Real Estate
We work to ensure access to safe, high-quality, and affordable housing for renters and homeowners.
Cradle to Career Education
We advocate for children to obtain an education that ensures social connectivity, self-efficacy, and post-secondary credentials with labor-market value.
Economic Vitality
We connect members of the community to employment, entrepreneurship, wealth creation, and economic advancement opportunities.
Health & Community Wellbeing
We are committed to addressing health disparities and improving health outcomes for residents.
Affordable Rental Housing Development Progressing
We are excited to provide an update on our ongoing efforts to expand small-scale affordable housing development in partnership with Urban Trends. Working closely with our design and construction team and our funding partners, we are making significant progress in realizing our vision for 27 units of affordable rental housing within our Promise Zone.
Recent News
Grateful For A Day Of Service
We are thrilled to share the incredible success of the 2nd Annual Southeast Raleigh Home Preservation Event on Wednesday, September 20th. This event was made possible through a strong partnership with Rebuilding Together, the American Red Cross, and Wells Fargo as part of their WelcomeHome National Initiative, which promotes wealth creation and preservation through homeownership.…
Southeast Raleigh Promise Benefits from the Mighty Give Back
We are delighted to announce our partnership with the United Way of the Greater Triangle as Southeast Raleigh Promise participates in this year’s Mighty Give Back Main Event Celebration. This exciting event is set to take place on Saturday, October 7th, at the Red Hat Amphitheater, featuring headlining acts Jason Isbell and The 400 Unit,…
Affordable Rental Housing Development Progressing
We are excited to provide an update on our ongoing efforts to expand small-scale affordable housing development in partnership with Urban Trends. Working closely with our design and construction team and our funding partners, we are making significant progress in realizing our vision for 27 units of affordable rental housing within our Promise Zone. Our…
Richard Johnson joins Southeast Raleigh Promise as Director of Resource Development
We are pleased to welcome Richard Johnson to Southeast Raleigh Promise as our new Director of Resource Development. Richard, 45, brings more than two decades of experience in the nonprofit realm to work for us as we position our organization for new avenues of outreach and engagement of people and partnerships, resources, and support. In…
Lamar Hill Welcomes Students And Parents As New Principal At Southeast Raleigh Elementary
To complete his to-do list before the first day of school as the new principal of Southeast Raleigh Elementary School, Lamar Hill hosted three Meet the Principal sessions, inviting parents and students into the school’s media center. “I really value the students and parents as thought partners,” Hill said. “I like hearing their perspective because…
Cheryl Holland Fenner Retires as Principal of Southeast Raleigh Elementary School
The landscape of elementary education in Southeast Raleigh will look different when school re-starts for the 2023-24 school year. After 30 years in education, including nearly a decade as an elementary school principal in Southeast Raleigh, Cheryl Holland Fenner has retired. Fenner is a graduate of N.C. Central University, where she earned an undergraduate degree…
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