Our mission is to build hope and opportunity for all residents to reach their full potential by creating, preserving, and strengthening affordable housing communities.
Our Values
Excellence
We foster a growth-mindset; are forward-looking, strategic, and trusted to deliver results.
Equity
We foster access to equitable options where people have choice and power in determining their future.
Collaboration
We honor and engage diverse perspectives and experiences that inspire innovation and creativity to arrive at the best solutions for the greatest impact.
Community
We cultivate spaces that bring joy, meaning, belonging, and an overall sense of purpose.
Integrity
We are respectful, honest, and authentic in our ideas, decisions, and actions.
We believe…
- Housing is a human right in which every person has the right to a quality, affordable, and safe place to live that contributes to their overall health and financial wellness.
- People should be able to achieve their full potential in life, regardless of race, ethnicity, or the community in which they live.
- Residents have the power to make choices about their future.
- In providing excellent service to residents and communities, because they are at the heart of our mission.
- In treating every person with compassion, respect and without judgment.
- Every employee can influence, initiate and grow as a leader.
- A flexible, inclusive and supportive work environment motivates employees to do their very best.
- Innovation, adapting to change and effective stewardship of resources are keys to sustainability.
Every voice matters. At HDC, we are committed to raising up resident voices and opening doors so that residents can actively participate in the democratic process, speak out on issues important to them and their communities, and communicate how policies affect their everyday lives. We believe it is important to make the time and space to listen, and to support resident leaders in effectively using their voices. We support resident advocacy opportunities through our Resident Academy of Leadership & Inspiration, Voter Registration Drives, and holding constituent meetings and tours with elected officials.
Allentown, PA
Fredericksburg, PA
Lancaster, PA
Finding a place to live that meets one’s basic needs and budget can feel like a never-ending challenge. The complexity of lower-income families and individuals extend far beyond simply finding a safe, affordable, and welcoming place to call home. At HDC, we are committed to being an ally in speaking to issues, programs, and policies that improve quality of life of our residents. Issues that we know are important to our residents include:
We know we can’t solve the affordable housing challenge alone. We need champions to help change the conversation around what home means and why it matters. We are committed to educating elected officials to understand the needs and challenges of their constituents. We are here to provide solutions that work and offer affordable housing expertise that demonstrates the impact policy decisions have on lower-income families, seniors and those with disabilities. We work closely with and participate in alliances and coalitions to educate and advance shared policy priorities. Our advocacy partners include:
Wendy Smith serves as the Vice President of Property Management, responsible for the overall strategic direction for HDC’s management portfolio and the organization’s largest staff team. Previously, Wendy served as Asset and Operations Manager for a leading real estate firm based in New York City which owned over 11,000 affordable homes. Since 2008, Wendy has held roles in regional level operations for commercial and for-profit housing agencies. Wendy holds a degree in International Studies.
