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NOVEMBER 2025 MONTHLY NEWSLETTER

The Neighborhood Monthly eNewsletter – November 2025

Housing People

Parkview Block Party

It was a festive night at our recent resident appreciation event at Parkview Towers! Families came out to enjoy refreshments, face painting, a moon bounce, music and more. Residents connected with MHP staff, Takoma police and fire department representatives, Mobile Med providers, property management staff, and neighbors. The kids especially enjoyed going inside a real fire truck and playing ball with officers and firefighters. Many longtime residents socialized and greeted new tenants. Parkview Towers is currently under construction, with a focus on the exterior façade and minor interior improvements. These upgrades are made possible thanks to funding from Montgomery County and the State of Maryland.

Connecting with MBIA

MHP was honored to partner with the Maryland Building Industry Association (MBIA) for a tour of The Residences at Forest Glen. Event attendees enjoyed refreshments, remarks by project partners and an in-depth tour of common areas and apartment homes at this 189-unit property in Silver Spring. The Residences at Forest Glen recently won the MBIA Best Affordable Project award. Thank you to MBIA, Bozzuto Construction Company, Grimm + Partner, and Habitat America for helping to facilitate this tour!

Empowering Families

Water Balloon Fun with GATOR

After a long day of working hard at school, sometimes kids need to let off steam and have fun! Our dedicated staff organized a spectacular water balloon fight for GATOR program students. Although they prepared two giant buckets of balloons, the battle was quick because the kids were very enthusiastic and motivated. Our Community Life programs are off to a great start for 2025!

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Student-Produced Video Showcases Life at Greenwood

When you allow kids to be creative, their ideas take flight! Over the summer, our Community Life enrichment program students had the opportunity to conceptualize and create their own music videos. They enjoyed working together and bringing their ideas to life. This video also highlights Greenwood Terrace, one of our affordable properties in Silver Spring, MD. Check out our students’ work HERE

Strengthening Neighborhoods

Wheaton Community Cleanup

Each year, MHP engages in a special project for NeighborWorks week to enhance the community. After the first attempt was cancelled due to rain, our team recently rescheduled this year’s Amherst/Pembridge community cleanup in Wheaton. We’re thankful to the many volunteers who generously gave their time and energy to help keep our property and surrounding neighborhood sparkling! We value our partnership with NeighborWorks America, an organization that creates opportunities for people to live in affordable homes, improve their lives, and strengthen their communities.

An Impactful Summer for Maya

Discover Maya’s perspective on community development, data collection and more in our latest MHP on Mic. 

Building Dreams Tour

Join our next tour on December 3rd from 10:30 – 11:30 am at The Residences at Forest Glen!

MHP’s Building Dreams tours provide a one-hour opportunity to see our work first-hand. Join Rob Goldman, Jaimee Goodman and other staff members for a deeper drive into our holistic approach and mission to expand and preserve affordable housing. RSVP and learn more by emailing Jaimee: jgoodman@mhpartners.org.

Angels for Children Toy Drive

The annual Angels for Children Toy Drive is kicking off this month! We’re seeking new, unwrapped gifts for children and teens living in our Wheaton properties. We also have volunteer opportunities! Visit our website to learn more about how to get involved.

Seeking Nonperishable Donations

Did you know that our resident outreach team runs a food pantry attached to our Pembridge Community Center? This small but mighty storage location can hold many nonperishable food items for residents in need. We’re seeking donations of canned goods on an ongoing basis. Please contact Fatima (fcoreas@mhpartners.org) to schedule a drop-off at the Pembridge Community Center. Thanks for helping us provide food for the community!

We’re Hiring

MHP is seeking qualified candidates to join our dynamic team in Silver Spring. With a mission that matters, MHP employees make a difference and enjoy a range of professional benefits.

You might be a fit for our featured job openings. Learn more here.

With competitive pay and benefits, a positive and inclusive workplace culture, and a mission to help people in the community, MHP is a great place to grow your career!

 

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FALL 2025 ADVOCACY UPDATE – Affordable Housing Support

Fall Advocacy Update – Affordable Housing Support

State

Have your voice heard on Housing on November 17

On November 17 at 7 pm, the Montgomery County Delegation of the Maryland General Assembly will hold its annual legislative priorities hearing for the public via ZOOM. This is your chance to have your voice heard on housing affordability and the need to do more at the state level.

A recent poll commissioned by the Montgomery Banner found housing costs to be the top issue among Montgomery County residents.

We need continued action at both the local and state level to address high housing costs. And when it comes to affordable housing, we need the state to continue to invest in Rental Housing Works, which is the primary tool for creating affordable housing across the state. Last year, Rental Housing Works was funded at $85 million, a reduction of $25 million from the prior year.

Please consider signing up to testify and lending your voice in support of actions to increase the preservation and production of affordable housing.

To sign up for the hearing, click here: Priorities Hearing Sign Up Form

Local

MoCo Planning Dept. Releases Recommendations to Boost Housing Production

The Montgomery County Planning Department released preliminary findings in its efforts to better understand why certain residential projects have stalled and to identify strategies to advance residential projects and housing production in general. This comes on the heels of a concerning trend of three straight quarters of zero building permits for new multifamily rental buildings.

The Planning Department’s analysis looked at projects that have received Planning Board approval but have not yet been built. In addition, staff conducted in-depth interviews with housing developers to uncover barriers to increasing housing production in Montgomery County. Developers reported compounding barriers to delivering housing such as high interest rates, rising construction costs, county policies, and lengthy regulatory and permitting processes.

Other key findings included:

  • Strategically helping to close the financing gap for large scale projects that would deliver housing from the Pipeline where it is most needed in the county.
  • Recalibrating the rent stabilization regulations to help advance projects out of the Pipeline. While many Pipeline projects predate the rent stabilization law, and the rent stabilization law is fairly new, its impacts seem to be having a chilling effect on the multifamily market.
  • Comprehensively streamlining all steps of the regulatory process

Changes to Eviction Notice Requirements

During the 2025 Maryland General Assembly session, the General Assembly amended landlord-tenant law to require a landlord to provide a tenant with at least six days advanced notice of the date that an eviction is scheduled to take place. The new state law also enables local jurisdictions to increase the requirement of the 6-day advance notice to a 14-day advance notice.  Earlier this month, in accordance with the enabling authority, Montgomery County Councilmember Kristin Mink introduced Expedited Bill 31-25 to increase the local notice requirement in Montgomery County to 14 days.

The Council’s Planning, Housing and Parks committee is set to discuss the bill on December 1.

Housing Assistance Included in County’s Federal Shutdown Package

In response to the ongoing shutdown of the federal government and the impacts being felt by community members, the Montgomery County Council announced a special appropriation to provide assistance to residents and nonprofit organizations.

Last Tuesday, Montgomery County Council President Kate Stewart and Councilmembers announced a $7.75 million Public Service Support Resolution. This special appropriations package was introduced on November 4 with a public hearing and Council vote expected on November 18.

Notably, the package includes $1 million for Montgomery County’s Short-term Housing and Resolution Program (SHaRP) to support residents who are impacted due to the Federal Government shutdown that are at risk of experiencing homelessness. SHaRP provides up to 12 months of rental assistance and navigation services to those experiencing homelessness. SHaRP intervention costs 49.6 percent less per year than providing a motel room to a family for a year.

New Rental Assistance Program Launches in Montgomery County.

In October, a first-of-its-kind rental assistance program launched in Montgomery County.

The Community School Rental Assistance Program (CSRAP) is unique in that it is aimed at households with children attending “Community Schools,” which are schools that receive concentration of poverty grants.

CSRAP will provide emergency financial assistance to help families and students enrolled in designated Community Schools in Montgomery County who are at risk of eviction or utility shutoff, facing homelessness, or struggling to secure or maintain stable housing. Through this program, eligible families may receive assistance for past-due rent or utility bills and moving costs and security deposits for new rental housing.

A list of all of Montgomery County’s Community Schools can be found here – MoCo.CommSchools.List_.2025.pdf

The nonprofit organization, Housing Initiative Partnership (HIP), is administering the program, in close collaboration with eligible Community Schools across Montgomery County.

To learn more about eligibility guidelines and the application process, please visit HIP’s CSRAP Information Page.

We encourage you to share this important resource widely and refer eligible households who may benefit.

  

 

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SEPTEMBER 2025 MONTHLY NEWSLETTER

The Neighborhood Monthly eNewsletter – September 2025

Housing People

Thought Leadership at Bisnow 

At a recent Bisnow DC panel, MHP VP of Real Estate Stephanie Roodman shared some important ways that we are leveraging partnerships to expand and preserve affordable housing in Montgomery County. Stephanie discussed tools in place that are helping us build our affordable housing pipeline, which recently grew to 3,250 homes with the acquisition of Bethany House. The deals we put together would not be possible without support from initiatives like the Nonprofit Housing Preservation Fund and partners like Montgomery County Government and DHCA, the State of Maryland and our many donors and supporters. 

Life at The Bonifant 

On our recent Building Dreams tour, we were fortunate to speak with self-described “party girl” Jan Brown. Jan is an incredible champion of our work and has volunteered countless hours as a member of our board. She was also part of helping us raise $21 million! Jan loves to tell her story about how her grandson introduced her to The Bonifant, our senior property in downtown Silver Spring. We are glad she is in our community and excited to read her book whenever it’s completed!

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Empowering Families

Students Go Green

Our annual Green Club was held in August, and we had 15 eco-savvy kids join us for a week of fun, learning and protecting our planet. Each year, MHP’s Green Club gives kids an opportunity to get outdoors and enjoy time with friends and dynamic staff, right in their neighborhood. This year they learned about the three R’s (reduce, reuse, recycle), planted seeds, decorated bird houses, enjoyed s’mores and more! Green Club is made possible thanks to funding from Montgomery County Department of Housing and Community Affairs (DHCA).  

Strengthening Neighborhoods

Block Party at Unity Place 

The Unity Place summer block party was a blast! Families enjoyed inflatables, food, face painting, music, free books, crafts, and more. Career Catchers was onsite to provide support with career development and hygiene kits were generously provided by the Woman In Me Initiative. 

Unity Place is our largest property and one of two in Washington, D.C. A transformative renovation is currently underway and we’re getting closer to completing a brand-new onsite community center and large playground. Through community events, MHP staff connect with residents, provide helpful resources and learn more about the needs of our tenants. 

Long Branch Festival Brings Community Magic 

Another successful Long Branch Festival was held this month, and it was incredible! Flower Ave Urban Park came alive with a diverse lineup of free entertainment, including Cubano Groove, Bongo District, Batala Drummers, Proverbs Reggae, Eric Energy, and more. Interactive offerings like Zumba, musical chairs, salsa dancing and Lotería delighted visitors of all ages. Local restaurants and food vendors included El Golfo, El Gavilan, La Casita, Mansa Kunda, Love & Flour Bakery, Koma Coffee and others.  

Each year, MHP’s efforts draw attention to the Long Branch community, highlighting the neighborhood’s culture and enhancing its status as a destination. Long Branch Festival is a collaborative partnership between MHP and the Long Branch Business League, with additional support from Montgomery County Government, Montgomery Parks, Purple Line Transit Partners, Skypoint Federal Credit Union, Maryland Physicians Care and Cafritz Foundation.  

Addressing Food Insecurity in Takoma Park 

According to a recent Associated Press poll, about half of all Americans say the cost of groceries is a “major” source of stress in their lives right now, while 33% say it’s a “minor” source of stress. For community members making far less than the area median income, this anxiety can be even more pronounced. Each month, MHP distributes food in Takoma Park at our Gilbert Highlands property. For our residents, most of whom are low- or moderate-income, food donations play an essential role in nutrition and balancing budgets. Thank you to the City of Takoma Park, MD – Municipal Government for providing funds to support these food distributions and to Chrisma Charities for providing the food. We could not do this important work without your support and resources. 

Seeking Pembridge Food Pantry Donations

Did you know that our resident outreach team runs a food pantry attached to our Pembridge Community Center? This small but mighty storage location can hold many nonperishable food items for residents in need. We’re seeking donations of canned goods on an ongoing basis. Please contact Fatima (fcoreas@mhpartners.org) to schedule a drop-off at the Pembridge Community Center.  Thanks for helping us provide food for the community! 

Building Dreams Tour

Building Dreams Tours provide an opportunity to view an MHP property, meet with our staff, and gain insights into our work and mission. Want to learn more? Email jgoodman@mhpartners.org . 

We’re Hiring

MHP is seeking qualified candidates to join our dynamic team in Silver Spring. With a mission that matters, MHP employees make a difference and enjoy a range of professional benefits.

You might be a fit for our featured job openings. Learn more here.

With competitive pay and benefits, a positive and inclusive workplace culture, and a mission to help people in the community, MHP is a great place to grow your career!

 

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AUGUST 2025 MONTHLY NEWSLETTER

The Neighborhood Monthly eNewsletter – August 2025

Housing People

Bethany House: Preserving 250 Affordable Senior Apartments 

In major news, MHP has added Bethany House apartment building to our portfolio, preserving 250 affordable homes for seniors near the Twinbrook Metro station in Rockville, MD! The project will allow low-income seniors to age in place in their community, near transit connections, shops, recreational amenities, healthcare providers, and more. It fulfills MHP’s mission-driven goal to prevent resident displacement and preserve existing affordable housing for the long term rather than losing it to market-rate housing.  MHP can secure the property’s deep affordability thanks to the support of funding partners including the Montgomery County Department of Housing and Community Affairs Nonprofit Preservation Fund. This acquisition provides stable housing for low-income seniors who could otherwise face displacement.  

“This project aligns with our mission of preserving critically needed affordable homes along public transit corridors, where residents can access numerous amenities and conveniences,” said MHP President Robert A. Goldman. “We are grateful to our funding partners for supporting this major effort to ensure housing stability for seniors in our community.” 

Read the full story here.  

A Grand Celebration in Forest Glen 

Last month’s ribbon cutting and donor reception was a grand celebration! Together, we developed 189 affordable homes from the ground up at The Residences at Forest Glen. The stylish new building lobby and community center set the stage for networking, live jazz, refreshments and property tours. Inside remarks were led by resident and board member Jan Brown and tours featured the Grimm+Parker and Bozzuto teams. Outdoor remarks featured County Executive Elrich, Secretary Day, Councilmembers Fani-Gonzalez and Friedson, and our partners from J.P. Morgan, and Enterprise. Property resident Nina Teasley shared an inspiring and relatable story about her challenges trying to find affordable housing and ultimately landing with MHP. It was a festive day, and we thank everyone for their support and partnership. 

Watch NBC4 Washington’s coverage of the event. 

Empowering Families

Expo Showcases Student Learning 

Our Takoma Park summer enrichment program students took part in an expo, a special exhibition in which they showcased what they learned and shared their knowledge with staff judges. The curriculum was fun and educational, encompassing elements like fashion design, self-portraits, nutrition facts, journal writing, music video creation, and more. Check out some of our students’ work and our festive judges.  

Lemonade Stand Imparts the Gift of Giving 

This month, students in Silver Spring hosted an epic lemonade stand and raised $653 for Montgomery County Partners for Animal Wellbeing (McPaw)! Through this collaborative activity, children learned the importance of working together and giving back. Local police officers, partners, and community members stopped by to show their support for the kids and the cause.  

Tools for School Success 

This year’s backpack drive was a success! We served 16 Community Life classrooms plus 6 additional MHP properties. Many individual and corporate donors dedicated time and treasure to support our students. Now we are confident that these kids are going to be stylish and prepared when school begins next week. Thank you to everyone who donated! 

Strengthening Neighborhoods

Support for Those Impacted by Wayne Manchester Flood 

An unmarked utility line encountered during Purple Line construction work led to a water main break that flooded two floors of the Wayne Manchester Towers Apartments in the Long Branch neighborhood on July 25, 2025. The emergency impacted 20 families and displaced 50 individuals. Several of the impacted families lost belongings and need to find a new home. 

This is not an MHP property. However, at the request of the Montgomery County Government and with support from the Purple Line team, MHP is mobilizing funds to support the families impacted. Consider making a donation here to help families with direct cash assistance. 100% of the money will go to those impacted. Thank you for lending a hand to our neighbors! 

Read a detailed article in Bethesda Today about MHP’s role and the overall situation.    

Senior Spa Day 

Some of our residents at The Franklin senior apartments in Takoma Park recently enjoyed a day of indulgence thanks to our Neighborhoods team and a partner from Mary Kay. She demonstrated a skincare routine for residents and shared tips for self-care. Participants received vouchers for free perfume. Sometimes, it’s important to relax and rejuvenate! 

Seeking Pembridge Food Pantry Donations 

Did you know that our resident outreach team runs a food pantry attached to our Pembridge Community Center? This small but mighty storage location can hold many nonperishable food items for residents in need. We’re seeking donations of canned goods on an ongoing basis. Please contact Fatima (fcoreas@mhpartners.org) to schedule a drop-off at the Pembridge Community Center.  Thanks for helping us provide food for the community! 

Building Dreams Tour

MHP provides thousands of low- and moderate-income families and individuals with quality affordable homes where they can thrive. Our Building Dreams tour, a one-hour experience, is a way to see our work first-hand. Each tour is held at an MHP property and explores the heart of all we do. 

The tours include learning about our holistic approach to housing. You will walk the property, see facilities like Community Centers where innovative programs are happening, and hear inspiring resident stories. Our next tour is scheduled for September 10 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at The Bonifant.

RSVP by contacting Jaimee Goodman at jgoodman@mhpartners.org or by phone at 301-812-4118.

Let us show you how MHP is fulfilling our mission by housing people, empowering families, and strengthening neighborhoods.

We’re Hiring

MHP is seeking qualified candidates to join our dynamic team in Silver Spring. With a mission that matters, MHP employees make a difference and enjoy a range of professional benefits.

You might be a fit for our featured job openings. Learn more here.

With competitive pay and benefits, a positive and inclusive workplace culture, and a mission to help people in the community, MHP is a great place to grow your career!

 

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JULY 2025 MONTHLY NEWSLETTER

The Neighborhood Monthly eNewsletter – July 2025

Housing People

Unity Place Progress and Campaign 

This winter, we will complete renovations at the Unity Place apartment community in S.E. Washington, DC, providing high-quality, affordable homes to nearly 400 families. Plus, we’re building a new community center on the property – designed in consultation with community members! It’s all part of our plan to double the number of homes we provide by 2030. Right now, we’re gearing up to hire additional community outreach staff, teachers, and program managers to support residents at Unity Place. To scale our after-school education programs and other services, we need to raise $120,000 in the next few months. With a generous gift of $100, $250, $500, or more, you can help take this project to the finish line. Consider making a contribution today. Learn more here.  

Empowering Families

Golfing for a Great Cause 

The Norman Christeller Golf Classic is a fundraiser that raises money for our Community Life educational enrichment programs. This year’s event was a hole in one! Thanks to the support of our amazing donors and partners, we raised more than $73K for our Community Life programs. FLOW students enjoyed the youth clinic and Alison served as a student speaker. Here is a list of this year’s winners and some photo highlights.  

 

First Place: Flooring Partners 

Second Place: Residential One 

Third Place: EDENS 

Closest to Pin #8: Joe Rolewicz 

Closest to Pin #4: Jonathan Ray 

Closest to Pin #14: Chad Thomas 

Closest to Pin #11: Pat Cody 

Closest to Pin #9: Phil Barvir  

Ladies’ Long Drive #9: Susan M. Ifill 

Strengthening Neighborhoods

Mobile Med Partnership 

Health is a major concern for everyone, especially seniors. Preventive medicine is crucial because it proactively addresses health risks early on, often leading to better outcomes and a higher quality of life. MHP is glad to partner with Mobile Medical Care, Inc. (Mobile Med), a Federally Qualified Health Center that offers comprehensive primary care, proactive management of chronic diseases, and behavioral health services to insured, uninsured, low-income, and Medicare/Medicaid-enrolled residents of Montgomery County. The Mobile Med team recently visited Franklin Apartments and asked residents what types of services would be most helpful for their needs. As part of our mission, we conduct outreach to residents, connecting people with a variety of resources from food distributions to healthcare to career counseling. 

Tenant’s Bill of Rights 

In 2024, Maryland enacted legislation that requires the Office of Tenant and Landlord Affairs to publish a “Tenants’ Bill of Rights.” While the Tenants’ Bill of Rights are not all the rights afforded to tenants, they do include a significant number of rights that tenants have under Maryland law. Effective July 1, 2025, all landlords must attach the latest version of the Maryland Tenants’ Bill of Rights. 

Tenants should understand their rights and landlords should understand the requirements they must comply with. MHP’s Apartment Assistance Program is a great resource for info on this important bill. Learn more on the AAP website.   

Watch this video of MHP’s Apartment Assistance & Sustainability Program Manager Ali Khademian explaining this new legislation

GSSCC Nonprofit of the Year Award 

MHP was honored to win the Nonprofit of the Year award at The Greater Silver Spring Chamber of Commerce’s annual awards event! We greatly appreciate the Chamber’s partnership, especially as we work to unveil new affordable properties in Silver Spring like The Residences at Forest Glen and as we support local business districts through placemaking efforts including Lyttonsville, Bonifant and Long Branch. Congrats to all the winners! Check out a video of the event here. 

Discover more awards here. 

Building Dreams Tour

MHP provides thousands of low- and moderate-income families and individuals with quality affordable homes where they can thrive. Our Building Dreams tour, a one-hour experience, is a way to see our work first-hand. Each tour is held at an MHP property and explores the heart of all we do. 

The tours include learning about our holistic approach to housing. You will walk the property, see facilities like Community Centers where innovative programs are happening, and hear inspiring resident stories.

RSVP by contacting Jaimee Goodman at jgoodman@mhpartners.org or by phone at 301-812-4118.

Let us show you how MHP is fulfilling our mission by housing people, empowering families, and strengthening neighborhoods.

We’re Hiring

MHP is seeking qualified candidates to join our dynamic team in Silver Spring. With a mission that matters, MHP employees make a difference and enjoy a range of professional benefits.

You might be a fit for our featured job openings. Learn more here.

With competitive pay and benefits, a positive and inclusive workplace culture, and a mission to help people in the community, MHP is a great place to grow your career!

 

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MHP Adds Bethany House to Affordable Housing Portfolio, Preserves 250 Senior Apartments in Rockville, MD

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Unity Place, MHP’s Affordable Housing Community in Southeast D.C., Hosts BBQ Open House to Celebrate Renovations

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JUNE 2025 MONTHLY NEWSLETTER

The Neighborhood Monthly eNewsletter – June 2025

Community Life Spotlight 

Play & Learn Graduations 

MHP’s Play & Learn programs help children ages 3-5 build foundational skills to set them up for kindergarten success. Something as small as holding a pencil correctly or sitting on a rug quietly is huge for a three-year-old. By graduation, most students can neatly write their names, identify letters and sounds in the alphabet, and count to ten or higher. They have established a love of learning, social skills, and enthusiasm for the classroom experience. We’re so proud of our Play & Learn students and know they will thrive in kindergarten! 

Great Achievers Towards Outstanding Results (GATOR) Promotion Ceremony 

With a focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) skills, our GATOR students enjoy a wide range of activities after school from kindergarten through fifth grade. Thanks to grant funding from the State of MD, they have access to many activities, partnerships, and resources that enhance their learning. Wishing our GATOR students confidence and joy as they enter middle school and continue learning.  

Future Leaders of the World (FLOW) Promotion Ceremony 

When students entered the FLOW program, they were just starting middle school, a whole new world filled with multiple teachers, newfound freedoms, vending machines, and lockers! In middle school, students test their boundaries and explore their identities. With all the changes in life at this stage, it’s comforting for kids to know they have a place in their community with supportive friends and mentors – a safe place to work on homework and grab a snack. Now, our older FLOW students are ready to spread their wings and pursue extracurricular activities in high school. We wish them all the best in their next endeavor! 

Haircuts for the Big Day 

Thanks to the generosity of a community volunteer and the organizing efforts of MHP staff, the students at Greenwood Community center received free haircuts along with their families. The kids felt extra special and looked extra fresh for graduation. Thank you to Angela of C&B Salon in Gaithersburg for helping our students shine on their big day. 

Featured Partnership – Story Tapestries 

Through our partnership with local nonprofit Story Tapestries, professional artists share the magic of the arts and enhance individuals’ literacy, social-emotional and STEAM skills through performances, workshops, and resident artist sessions. Our Play & Learn students were delighted to learn about nature and gardening through painting, collaging, and reading books with the Story Tapestries staff. 

Special Thank You Song from MHP Students 

There were many tears in the audience when the students performed this song that they learned from Washington Conservatory of Music arts educators. They dedicated the song to their families and teachers for supporting them. Watch here!

Building Dreams Tour

MHP provides thousands of low- and moderate-income families and individuals with quality affordable homes where they can thrive. Our Building Dreams tour, a one-hour experience, is a way to see our work first-hand. Each tour is held at an MHP property and explores the heart of all we do. 

The tours include learning about our holistic approach to housing. You will walk the property, see facilities like Community Centers where innovative programs are happening, and hear inspiring resident stories.

RSVP by contacting Jaimee Goodman at jgoodman@mhpartners.org or by phone at 301-812-4118.

Let us show you how MHP is fulfilling our mission by housing people, empowering families, and strengthening neighborhoods.

We’re Hiring

MHP is seeking qualified candidates to join our dynamic team in Silver Spring. With a mission that matters, MHP employees make a difference and enjoy a range of professional benefits.

You might be a fit for our featured job openings. Learn more here.

With competitive pay and benefits, a positive and inclusive workplace culture, and a mission to help people in the community, MHP is a great place to grow your career!

 

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MAY 2025 MONTHLY NEWSLETTER

The Neighborhood Monthly eNewsletter – May 2025

Housing People

Gardens of Gaithersburg Ribbon Cutting 

MHP celebrated the completion of the newly renovated Gardens of Gaithersburg apartment community with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 1st. The event featured remarks by Maryland State Senator Cheryl Kagan, Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich, Gaithersburg Mayor Jud Ashman, MHP President Robert A. Goldman, the St. Jour family, and many other notable speakers.  

The project required a total investment of $36 million. With renovations completed in 2025, this affordable community is a modernized gem in a bustling area with access to many transit connections and job opportunities for residents. Located just off N. Frederick Ave, Gardens of Gaithersburg consists of 78 apartment homes, all reserved for those making 60% of area median income (AMI) or less. 

We are grateful to the many project and funding partners who made this preservation project possible! Investment partners include Montgomery County Department of Housing and Community Affairs, State of Maryland, Bank of America, Enterprise, Freddie Mac, and NeighborWorks America. 

Check out this article and video from Montgomery County Media to see event highlights! 

Empowering Families

Mother’s Day with Community Life 

The poet Marion Garretty once wrote, “Mother love is the fuel that enables a normal human being to do the impossible.”  

Our Community Life staff recently celebrated the mothers and caregivers who do what sometimes seems impossible – giving life to another person and being there for them throughout all the ups and downs of life. Motherhood is not easy, but for most, it is extremely rewarding. The Glenville Road community held a special outdoor event, bringing families together with food, crafts, activities, and more. It was a time to appreciate the bonds that bring us together and show value for the essential role that parents and caregivers play in the lives of our young residents.  

Young Scientists 

Students at our Pembridge Great Achievers Towards Outstanding Results (GATOR) program recently took part in a science fair. They enjoyed exploring textures, materials and chemical reactions to gain new insights about the elements that make up our world. Hands-on learning is a great way to motivate and engage students! 

Strengthening Neighborhoods

Flower Theater Receives State Preservation Award 

Maryland Historical Trust (MHT) named MHP the recipient of its 2025 Excellence in Restoration Award in recognition of our work on the historic façade at the Flower Theater. The awards recognize outstanding education, restoration, and revitalization projects, as well as individual leadership.   

Located in Long Branch, the historical edifice opened in 1950 and operated as a movie theater until it closed in 1996. The theater’s signature neon sign and marquee had been dark for many years. Thanks to our fundraising and organizing efforts, plus the support of many partners, we have revived the iconic neon sign, relit the marquee, and renovated the ticket booth using original materials and techniques.  

Watch our award ceremony here!  

Long Branch Earth Day Features Family Photos 

For the first time ever, people who attended Long Branch Earth Day had the opportunity to take free family photos! In addition to food, music, activities and vendors, we’re always looking for new ways to bring foot traffic and business to our placemaking location events. Here are a few of the wonderful (and photogenic!) people in our community. 

Recent Awards Spotlight 

As the largest nonprofit developer in Montgomery County, MD, MHP aims to preserve and expand access to quality affordable homes. Our wraparound services complement this mission, supporting our residents and neighbors through dynamic programs. We’re thrilled to share some recent awards with you and appreciate your role in making all this possible. Whether you donated money, liked a social media post, came to an event, or read this newsletter, you helped us make a difference.  

  • Maryland Historical Trust Excellence in Restoration – Flower Theater Historic Façade 
  • Housing Association of Nonprofit Developers – Developer of the Year 
  • Affordable Housing Conference of Montgomery County (AHCMC) Marvin Turner Award for Affordable Housing Excellence – The Bonifant at Silver Spring 
  • AHCMC Ike Leggett Montgomery County Community Partner Award – The Residences at Forest Glen 
  • AHCMC Architectural Award – Colonnade at the Creek 
  • AHCMC Architectural Award – Gardens of Gaithersburg 
  • Maryland Affordable Housing Coalition – Excellence in Affordable Housing Preservation – Residences at Forest Glen 
  • Urban Land Institute Washington awards – FINALIST- Colonnade at the Creek 

Discover more awards here. 

Building Dreams Tour

MHP provides thousands of low- and moderate-income families and individuals with quality affordable homes where they can thrive. Our Building Dreams tour, a one-hour experience, is a way to see our work first-hand. Each tour is held at an MHP property and explores the heart of all we do. 

The tours include learning about our holistic approach to housing. You will walk the property, see facilities like Community Centers where innovative programs are happening, and hear inspiring resident stories.

RSVP by contacting Jaimee Goodman at jgoodman@mhpartners.org or by phone at 301-812-4118.

Let us show you how MHP is fulfilling our mission by housing people, empowering families, and strengthening neighborhoods.

We’re Hiring

MHP is seeking qualified candidates to join our dynamic team in Silver Spring. With a mission that matters, MHP employees make a difference and enjoy a range of professional benefits.

You might be a fit for our featured job openings. Learn more here.

With competitive pay and benefits, a positive and inclusive workplace culture, and a mission to help people in the community, MHP is a great place to grow your career!

 

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