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.
Our Approach
Neighborhoods need holistic support to create pathways of opportunity for all residents. We follow an innovative place-based partnership model from Purpose Built Communities that focuses on four essential pillars to foster healthy neighborhoods:
Mixed-Income Housing & Real Estate
We work to ensure access to safe, high-quality, and affordable housing for renters and homeowners.
Health & Community Wellbeing
We are committed to addressing health disparities and improving health outcomes for residents.
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.
A Milestone to Celebrate and a Champion to Commemorate!
We are thrilled to share that we have officially moved into our new offices at the Beacon Site! This incredible milestone would not have been possible without the steadfast support of our partners and friends like you. Thank you for the many ways you have championed us and the development of the Beacon Site over the past 10+ years. Together, we have much to celebrate!
Recent News
2025 Highlights
We are excited for the year ahead as we prepare to celebrate 10 years of service in our community, and continue to pursue the vision first realized at the Beacon Site. The stories below are a reflection of this past year and the momentum that’s happening across our four pillars—from Mixed-Income Housing and Real Estate…
Legacy Resident Ambassadors Voices Strengthen City’s Home Repair Programs
The ideas and insight of Southeast Raleigh Promise Legacy Resident Ambassadors (LRAs) led the City of Raleigh to make updates and changes to its Home Repair and Substantial Rehabilitation Programs. The improvements reflect the impact resident voices can have, and amplify the value of listening to the community members who know these programs best. This…
Paving Pathways to Prosperity with Preparation and Access to Opportunities
At Southeast Raleigh Promise, we believe pathways to prosperity are built through preparation and opportunity. To move forward, we must first understand where we’ve been and where we are today. This summer, we focused on gathering data and strengthening partnerships to support students, families, and educators at Southeast Raleigh Elementary, located on our Beacon Site…
SERP Draws One Step Closer to Delivering on the “Promise of Home”
After more than three years of planning, determination, and coordination, Southeast Raleigh Promise (SERP) is one step closer to delivering on the “Promise of Home”: we have officially closed on the financing for our first affordable housing development—a milestone accomplishment and a powerful step toward ensuring our neighborhoods remain a place for all while building…
Southeast Raleigh Coalition Wins Statewide Award for Property Tax Justice
We’ve been awarded for impact! Southeast Raleigh Promise, along with the Men of Southeast Raleigh, Raleigh Village East, and Southeast Raleigh Table, has received the Best Grassroots Mobilization award from the N.C. Housing Coalition! This honor recognizes our collective, community-powered work as the Wake County Property Tax Justice Coalition around property tax justice in Southeast…
Preserving Legacy, Building Hope: Southeast Raleigh’s Volunteer Day Delivers Impact
The 4th Annual Southeast Raleigh Home Preservation Volunteer Event on September 24, 2025, was an incredible day of unity, purpose, and impact! Thanks to over 100 volunteers and community partners, including our Southeast Raleigh Promise team, Habitat for Humanity of Wake County, Wells Fargo, the City of Raleigh, and Partners for Environmental Justice, real change…
Southeast Raleigh - A Place of Promise and Opportunity
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