The Neighborhood Monthly eNewsletter – March 2026

Housing People

Staff and Supporters Tour The Chimes at North Bethesda 

On our latest Building Dreams tour, the group donned hard hats, vests, and boots and enjoyed a firsthand look at construction in progress at The Chimes at North Bethesda. Rob Goldman, Stephanie Roodman, Nate Robbins, and Jaimee Goodman shared how the property’s design enables MHP to incorporate sustainability, maximize space, and accommodate our signature Community Life programs. We viewed the ground layer of the public nature overlook deck and stream restoration area, a unique feature of this property.  The Chimes at North Bethesda will contain 163 affordable apartment homes all within walking distance of the Metro. Thank you to everyone who joined our tour and showed their support for this exciting project.  

Looking for an apartment and interested in joining the interest list? Visit the website here.  

Unity Place Apartments are Ribbon Ready 

Unity Place apartments are almost completed and ready for an upcoming ribbon cutting ceremony on April 29! The snow is melted, the community center furniture is on the way, and finishing touches are making the property sparkle. Tameka Webb and Beth Seward gave us the scoop on how this project fulfills MHP’s mission. RSVP to the event and watch the video here.   

Looking for an affordable home in DC? Visit the Unity Place website to learn more about renting an apartment there. There are still a few units available!  

Empowering Families

FLOW Takes on Annapolis 

Kids are the future and because of this, youth voices have a special power. Our FLOW teen students recently visited Annapolis and spent time at the offices of our State of Maryland elected officials. While their peers enjoyed a day off, our Community Life students were actively engaging with decision makers and learning how government functions. They also provided a perspective on the importance of affordable housing for their families, taking part in advocacy for MHP’s mission. We sincerely thank Delegate Jared Solomon for extending this invitation to our students and to our staff for making this impactful trip a reality. 

Intergen Game Day at Franklin Unites Teens and Seniors 

As part of our work to strengthen neighborhoods, MHP brought teen volunteers together with our residents for a day of board games, snacks, and discussion. It was a fun and relaxed way to connect and build community. Watch a video featuring some of our residents and volunteers here. 

Strengthening Neighborhoods

Magical Storytime Soirée 

MHP recently held our first magical story time soirée event at Parkview Towers. Local author Chakayla Absalom visited the property, read her book to families, and gave each child a signed copy! Chakayla’s book entitled, Understanding Archie’s Autism: A Sibling’s Guide, promotes understanding of autism and neurodiversity. Millions of people around the world have autism and there are many within our own community. Knowledge is power and through greater understanding of one another, we can build a more unified world. Thank you to Chakayla for sharing her book with our residents! It meant so much to them. 

Pembridge Diaper Bank 

Diapers for a single baby can cost $70 or more per month. With costs for other changing supplies added, parents typically spend a minimum of $10k during a baby’s first year. This excludes other costs such as childcare, clothing, bottles, furniture, gear, food, and more. For families making less than the median income, the financial burden is all too real. Fortunately, MHP is distributing diapers, wipes, and feminine hygiene products at our Pembridge pantry in Wheaton, MD. To keep our pantry stocked, we need your support. Please contact Fatima if you would like to donate supplies: fcoreas@mhpartners.org. We will find a drop-off time that works for your schedule! Thank you in advance for your consideration. 

In Other News

Governor Moore Visits Long Branch 

“Storefront improvements strengthen entire commercial corridors. They signal to residents that investment is happening right now, on their block, in their neighborhood. And the momentum is there in Long Branch – thanks to partnerships with local and federal officials – and along the whole Purple Line corridor.” – Governor Wes Moore 

MHP was elated to host Governor Moore on a recent visit to Long Branch. In front of the Flower Theatre, joined onstage by MHP’s Chris Gillis in addition to numerous other elected officials, including Congressman Jamie Raskin, he discussed new funding to support local businesses through façade improvements. Watch the video on Instagram here 

Black History Month at MHP HQ 

At our recent office Black History Month event, we welcomed guest speaker Tuesday Barnes, an Applied Sociology and Social Justice PhD student at Morgan State University. Tuesday guided our staff through a discussion around the topic, “Reimagining Home and History.” Together, we explored how the Black community has created belonging, preserved legacy, and shaped the future. Team members connected on thought-provoking topics including the importance of making time to dream. Many staff shared artifacts from their personal cultures and histories. And of course, we enjoyed food from around the globe, including African dishes and American soul food. Thank you to our staff committee who put this event together and to Tuesday for the engaging presentation! 

Save the Date for the Golf Classic 

Our annual Norman Christeller Golf Classic is happening on June 15. Help us put the FUN in fundraiser – sign up for your foursome or become a sponsor today! Learn more on our website.  

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! 

Combatting Food Insecurity with Fatima

Discover Fatima’s perspective on her work helping residents with SNAP benefits and combatting food insecurity in the latest MHP on Mic.

Building Dreams Tour

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.

 

The Neighborhood Monthly eNewsletter – January 2026

Toy Drive Recap 

27th annual Angels for Children Toy Drive 

• 1,400+ gifts distributed to our Wheaton residents  

• 280 people volunteered to wrap gifts and deliver them to residents 

• 5 Santas traveled door-to-door, delighting children, teens, adults, and even pets! 

• 30 local businesses throughout Montgomery County hosted toy collection drop boxes 

• NBC4 joined us – watch the video here!  

Community Life Toy Drive 

• 600 gifts delivered to our Community Life educational enrichment program students plus a selection of children living at other MHP properties 

• 11 community centers held classroom parties for students  

• With both toy drives combined, we served 1,000+ children and teens and delivered 2,000+ gifts. 

We could not accomplish this epic undertaking without our event partners, donors, and volunteers. Together we made things brighter for low-income residents in our community.  Here are a few photos from classroom holiday parties where children received their gifts. 

Combatting Food Insecurity with Fatima

Discover Fatima’s perspective on her work helping residents with SNAP benefits and combatting food insecurity in the latest MHP on Mic.

Building Dreams Tour

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.

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!

 

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!

 

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!

 

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!