Washington Housing Conservancy
@washhousing.bsky.social
The Washington Housing Conservancy is a 501c3 nonprofit that owns and operates affordable workforce housing in the DC-Maryland-Virginia area.
https://washingtonhousingconservancy.org/
https://washingtonhousingconservancy.org/
The number of cost-burdened households in the US rose to record highs in 2024. 43.5M households spent over 30% of their income on housing, nearly half of all renters are cost-burdened. Read the latest from @harvard-jchs.bsky.social for more: www.jchs.harvard.edu/blog/housing...
#affordablehousing
#affordablehousing
February 17, 2026 at 2:30 PM
The number of cost-burdened households in the US rose to record highs in 2024. 43.5M households spent over 30% of their income on housing, nearly half of all renters are cost-burdened. Read the latest from @harvard-jchs.bsky.social for more: www.jchs.harvard.edu/blog/housing...
#affordablehousing
#affordablehousing
Recent @housingmatters.bsky.social & @urbaninstitute.bsky.social experts wrote on affordability, homelessness, climate change & housing finance, what they see as the biggest housing challenges this year—plus what they view as the most promising housing actions to address these issues: bit.ly/46Bn9AP
February 12, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Recent @housingmatters.bsky.social & @urbaninstitute.bsky.social experts wrote on affordability, homelessness, climate change & housing finance, what they see as the biggest housing challenges this year—plus what they view as the most promising housing actions to address these issues: bit.ly/46Bn9AP
In July 2025, WHC Board member David Roodberg published a policy brief with Mercatus Center of @georgemasonu.bsky.social. Roodberg proposed approaches that could avoid LIHTC’s pitfalls, & how governments & other orgs can put them into practice: www.mercatus.org/research/pol...
#affordablehousing
#affordablehousing
February 10, 2026 at 2:30 PM
In July 2025, WHC Board member David Roodberg published a policy brief with Mercatus Center of @georgemasonu.bsky.social. Roodberg proposed approaches that could avoid LIHTC’s pitfalls, & how governments & other orgs can put them into practice: www.mercatus.org/research/pol...
#affordablehousing
#affordablehousing
Next month WHC's CEO @driggs16dc.bsky.social will join leaders from across housing, policy, finance, and community development at the Maryland Capital Region Housing Symposium, hosted by Prince George’s County DHCD on March 6:
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#AffordableHousing #MDHousing #PGDHCD
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#AffordableHousing #MDHousing #PGDHCD
Maryland Capital Region Housing Symposium
Housing affordability is a critical challenge in the Maryland Capital Region, impacting families, workers, local economies, and growth.
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February 6, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Next month WHC's CEO @driggs16dc.bsky.social will join leaders from across housing, policy, finance, and community development at the Maryland Capital Region Housing Symposium, hosted by Prince George’s County DHCD on March 6:
www.eventbrite.com/e/maryland-c...
#AffordableHousing #MDHousing #PGDHCD
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#AffordableHousing #MDHousing #PGDHCD
Economist & @harvard.edu Prof. Raj Chetty & @oppinsights.bsky.social published an option piece on how to bring back the American Dream, correlating socioeconomic mobility with creating community in higher resourced neighborhoods in @nytopinion.nytimes.com: www.nytimes.com/2026/01/28/o...
February 4, 2026 at 3:37 PM
Economist & @harvard.edu Prof. Raj Chetty & @oppinsights.bsky.social published an option piece on how to bring back the American Dream, correlating socioeconomic mobility with creating community in higher resourced neighborhoods in @nytopinion.nytimes.com: www.nytimes.com/2026/01/28/o...
This month's blog is on the 5th anniv. of WHC's 1st property, Crystal House. It's a new housing approach, focused on preservation, workforce housing, mixed income communities & collaboration between corporate philanthropy, government, nonprofits, & traditional real estate investors: bit.ly/CH5yrs
January 30, 2026 at 2:00 PM
This month's blog is on the 5th anniv. of WHC's 1st property, Crystal House. It's a new housing approach, focused on preservation, workforce housing, mixed income communities & collaboration between corporate philanthropy, government, nonprofits, & traditional real estate investors: bit.ly/CH5yrs
LEO Impact Capital recently hosted a reception to celebrate the 5th year of the Washington Housing Initiative Impact Pool. WHC is a day one partner, LEOIC has been critical to all of our property acquisitions. Congrats for all your hard work & leadership, WHC looks forward to continued partnership!
January 29, 2026 at 10:56 PM
LEO Impact Capital recently hosted a reception to celebrate the 5th year of the Washington Housing Initiative Impact Pool. WHC is a day one partner, LEOIC has been critical to all of our property acquisitions. Congrats for all your hard work & leadership, WHC looks forward to continued partnership!
“Life’s most persistent & urgent question is: What are you doing for others?” — Dr Martin Luther King Jr. WHC honors Dr. King’s legacy by continuing the work to uplift inclusive, connected communities, & we strive to build community-driven spaces that create belonging & economic opportunity for all.
January 19, 2026 at 2:02 PM
“Life’s most persistent & urgent question is: What are you doing for others?” — Dr Martin Luther King Jr. WHC honors Dr. King’s legacy by continuing the work to uplift inclusive, connected communities, & we strive to build community-driven spaces that create belonging & economic opportunity for all.
This week at Crystal House's Vision Board Workshop, Resident Steward Sana led a grounding meditation, which set a wonderful tone for the session. It was deeply engaging, residents enjoyed themselves so much that they're already planning their own independent craft meetups! #washhousing #socialimpact
January 16, 2026 at 2:01 PM
This week at Crystal House's Vision Board Workshop, Resident Steward Sana led a grounding meditation, which set a wonderful tone for the session. It was deeply engaging, residents enjoyed themselves so much that they're already planning their own independent craft meetups! #washhousing #socialimpact
WHC Stakeholder Council member Brett Theodos has recently launched the Center for Local Finance and Growth at the @urbaninstitute.bsky.social. Read more about it below. Congrats Brett!
#economicmobility #affordablehousing #impactinvesting
#economicmobility #affordablehousing #impactinvesting
NEW: Urban announces the Center for Local Finance and Growth—a nonpartisan knowledge + #solutions hub for mission #finance & community economic development.
The center will provide #research, data tools, and advisory services to help communities thrive. Explore now. https://urbn.is/49QIAQp
The center will provide #research, data tools, and advisory services to help communities thrive. Explore now. https://urbn.is/49QIAQp
Center for Local Finance and Growth | Urban Institute
Social and Economic Policy Research
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January 14, 2026 at 7:36 PM
WHC Stakeholder Council member Brett Theodos has recently launched the Center for Local Finance and Growth at the @urbaninstitute.bsky.social. Read more about it below. Congrats Brett!
#economicmobility #affordablehousing #impactinvesting
#economicmobility #affordablehousing #impactinvesting
48% of renters are cost burdened in the Baltimore-Richmond corridor. Major employers cite housing affordability as critical talent retention obstacle. Greater Washington Partnership released their Housing Playbook addressing 390,000-unit regional shortfall: www.bizjournals.com/washington/n...
As affordability crisis threatens talent, what can local employers do? The Greater Washington Partnership has some ideas. - Washington Business Journal
Nearly half of renters across the Greater Washington Partnership's footprint are cost-burdened. Employers that make up the partnership's board are worried about how this is impacting worker retention…
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January 8, 2026 at 5:00 PM
48% of renters are cost burdened in the Baltimore-Richmond corridor. Major employers cite housing affordability as critical talent retention obstacle. Greater Washington Partnership released their Housing Playbook addressing 390,000-unit regional shortfall: www.bizjournals.com/washington/n...
In December @wamu.org.web.brid.gy reran their series “In Good Company,” examining the loneliness epidemic & how it could be solved. Access to public space impacts our ability to connect w/ others. This series' themes are central to our work and approach at WHC: wamu.org/story/25/12/...
@wamu.org
@wamu.org
In Good Company: Beating loneliness, building better public spaces (Rebroadcast)
How can reimagining public spaces and neighborhood connect and inspire communities?
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January 6, 2026 at 3:07 PM
In December @wamu.org.web.brid.gy reran their series “In Good Company,” examining the loneliness epidemic & how it could be solved. Access to public space impacts our ability to connect w/ others. This series' themes are central to our work and approach at WHC: wamu.org/story/25/12/...
@wamu.org
@wamu.org
Another great WHC holiday event! Hamilton Manor celebrated the season together with a delicious meal, games, music and presents for the kids. There were lots of smiles and festive cheer! Thanks to Social Impact Coordinator Monica & the whole team for creating another great memory with our residents!
December 25, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Another great WHC holiday event! Hamilton Manor celebrated the season together with a delicious meal, games, music and presents for the kids. There were lots of smiles and festive cheer! Thanks to Social Impact Coordinator Monica & the whole team for creating another great memory with our residents!
Happy Holidays from WHC! We're highlighting recent festive events at our DC communities, Loree Grand & Huntwood Courts, organized by Social Impact Coordinator Shannon! Thanks to WHC staff, property management & resident stewards working hard to make this holiday season extra special bit.ly/DonateWHC
December 24, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Happy Holidays from WHC! We're highlighting recent festive events at our DC communities, Loree Grand & Huntwood Courts, organized by Social Impact Coordinator Shannon! Thanks to WHC staff, property management & resident stewards working hard to make this holiday season extra special bit.ly/DonateWHC
At Crystal House, our Social Impact Coordinator Arianna & the property management team hosted a community wide event with 80 residents to decorate the lobby tree, enjoy delicious food, & a hot cocoa bar! So grateful for all the neighbors & staff who make the community home! #happyholidays
December 19, 2025 at 3:45 PM
At Crystal House, our Social Impact Coordinator Arianna & the property management team hosted a community wide event with 80 residents to decorate the lobby tree, enjoy delicious food, & a hot cocoa bar! So grateful for all the neighbors & staff who make the community home! #happyholidays
The close of the year is a time that invites us all to pause & reflect. We are reminded of what truly matters: home, stability, & community. Learn more about the vital work WHC accomplished this year & consider making a donation to our work!
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WHC 2025 Year In Review - Washington Housing Conservancy
Dec 17, 2025 | Blog
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December 17, 2025 at 7:53 PM
The close of the year is a time that invites us all to pause & reflect. We are reminded of what truly matters: home, stability, & community. Learn more about the vital work WHC accomplished this year & consider making a donation to our work!
www.washingtonhousingconservancy.org/whc-2025-yea...
www.washingtonhousingconservancy.org/whc-2025-yea...
Last week 60+ Earle Manor residents came together for their best event yet, with great food, games, a toy giveaway & fellowship with neighbors. Thanks to all who helped make the event happen, & a special shout out to our Social Impact Coord. Monica for all her hard work to make the night a success!
December 16, 2025 at 7:54 PM
Last week 60+ Earle Manor residents came together for their best event yet, with great food, games, a toy giveaway & fellowship with neighbors. Thanks to all who helped make the event happen, & a special shout out to our Social Impact Coord. Monica for all her hard work to make the night a success!
This #GivingTuesday make your generosity count. Help open doors to #affordablehousing for families across the DC area. Every donation, no matter the size, brings WHC closer to building brighter futures for our residents. Donate today to support our work! washingtonhousingconservancy.org/donate/
December 2, 2025 at 2:02 PM
This #GivingTuesday make your generosity count. Help open doors to #affordablehousing for families across the DC area. Every donation, no matter the size, brings WHC closer to building brighter futures for our residents. Donate today to support our work! washingtonhousingconservancy.org/donate/
From WHC, thank you for all your support in our mission to address housing stability & economic security in the DMV. This Thanksgiving, may we give thanks for all we have, including each other. May we carry that spirit forward, beyond the holiday table, into the days & months ahead: bit.ly/Tday2025
November 25, 2025 at 4:00 PM
From WHC, thank you for all your support in our mission to address housing stability & economic security in the DMV. This Thanksgiving, may we give thanks for all we have, including each other. May we carry that spirit forward, beyond the holiday table, into the days & months ahead: bit.ly/Tday2025
WHC CEO @driggs16dc.bsky.social will speak at the Bisnow Multifamily Annual Conference (BMAC) East 2025 on December 2. Join her for the latest insights on housing affordability, policy & development. Use code JOINME for a discount! Register here: app.ingo.me/q/ej9oq
#washhousing #affordablehousing
#washhousing #affordablehousing
November 20, 2025 at 3:27 PM
WHC CEO @driggs16dc.bsky.social will speak at the Bisnow Multifamily Annual Conference (BMAC) East 2025 on December 2. Join her for the latest insights on housing affordability, policy & development. Use code JOINME for a discount! Register here: app.ingo.me/q/ej9oq
#washhousing #affordablehousing
#washhousing #affordablehousing
WHC CEO @driggs16dc.bsky.social was featured on “Beyond the Resume: Fixing the Formula in DC Affordable Housing” a panel on the challenges & opportunities shaping DC's #affordablehousing, hosted by Jackson Lucas & Robinson+Cole. Watch their full discussion on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=vw26...
October 9, 2025 at 2:43 PM
WHC CEO @driggs16dc.bsky.social was featured on “Beyond the Resume: Fixing the Formula in DC Affordable Housing” a panel on the challenges & opportunities shaping DC's #affordablehousing, hosted by Jackson Lucas & Robinson+Cole. Watch their full discussion on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=vw26...
Spending over 30% of household income on housing qualifies as rent burdened. But according to the latest research from @harvard-jchs.bsky.social the “30% metric” underestimates how many renters are actually burdened by housing costs once you include food, healthcare, childcare, transport, & more:
Rising rents are leaving households with less income to pay for other needs, and inflation has also pushed up the cost of other necessities.
Our new paper finds that, after paying for rent, 2/3 of working-age renters cannot afford their basic needs.
www.jchs.harvard.edu/blog/two-thi...
Our new paper finds that, after paying for rent, 2/3 of working-age renters cannot afford their basic needs.
www.jchs.harvard.edu/blog/two-thi...
Two-Thirds of Working-Age Renters Struggle to Afford Basic Needs
Rising rents are squeezing renter households, leaving them with less residual income to pay for other needs. But inflation has also pushed up the cost
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October 1, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Spending over 30% of household income on housing qualifies as rent burdened. But according to the latest research from @harvard-jchs.bsky.social the “30% metric” underestimates how many renters are actually burdened by housing costs once you include food, healthcare, childcare, transport, & more:
It's National Literacy Month! A love for reading is nurtured by strong communities and creative partnerships. WHC communities have established Little Free Libraries, book share stations & book clubs. Learn more about WHC's literacy initiatives in our latest blog: bit.ly/LitMonth
WHC Celebrates National Literacy Month: Creating Communities of Literacy - Washington Housing Conservancy
Sep 25, 2025 | Blog
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September 25, 2025 at 3:37 PM
It's National Literacy Month! A love for reading is nurtured by strong communities and creative partnerships. WHC communities have established Little Free Libraries, book share stations & book clubs. Learn more about WHC's literacy initiatives in our latest blog: bit.ly/LitMonth
Join @driggs16dc.bsky.social, CEO of the Washington Housing Conservancy, on Tuesday, September 30, for a webinar hosted by Jackson Lucas discussing affordable housing, neighborhood revitalization, and equitable development. RSVP here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
September 17, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Join @driggs16dc.bsky.social, CEO of the Washington Housing Conservancy, on Tuesday, September 30, for a webinar hosted by Jackson Lucas discussing affordable housing, neighborhood revitalization, and equitable development. RSVP here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Looking forward to CEO @driggs16dc.bsky.social participating in the upcoming webinar "Fixing the Formula in DC Affordable Housing" on 9/30 for the next Jackson Lucas Webinar series, in partnership w/ Robinson+Cole: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
@trueground.bsky.social #affordablehousing
@trueground.bsky.social #affordablehousing
September 3, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Looking forward to CEO @driggs16dc.bsky.social participating in the upcoming webinar "Fixing the Formula in DC Affordable Housing" on 9/30 for the next Jackson Lucas Webinar series, in partnership w/ Robinson+Cole: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
@trueground.bsky.social #affordablehousing
@trueground.bsky.social #affordablehousing