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Neighborhood revitalization is by necessity a collaborative process, requiring the participation of individuals, private enterprise, government agencies, civic associations and other organizations. The business of community development is simply too complex for any one organization to master independently.
Partnerships with groups have enabled LISC to share resources, expertise and strategies on issues that could not be accomplished through the efforts of any single company or effort.
On a local and national level, LISC works together with government, business, finance, and community organizations, as well as other voluntary agencies - identifying resources and roles, sharing information, and finding innovative ways to respond to growing needs in the face of new challenges.
American Indian Community Housing Organization (AICHO) www.aicho.org
AICHO was created to provide supportive and affordable housing to American Indian households. They operate a five-unit transitional housing facility and an emergency shelter program for homeless women and their children. The facilities are located in the Central Hillside. Duluth LISC contributed to the expansion of the shelter and has provided Board training support. Sherry Sanchez Tibbets, Executive Director. Phone: 722-7225
Center City Housing Corp. (CCHC) www.centercityhousing.org
A housing developer providing affordable housing to low-income individuals and families. CCHC owns and manages 227 units of housing in the Central/East Hillsides, West Duluth and Duluth Heights. Involved in the “At Home in Duluth” initiative, CCHC preserved an existing 70-unit apartment complex, Windwood Townhomes with LISC support. They are working on development of the 70 unit New San Marco Apartments that will provide supportive housing for homeless and at risk individuals. CCHC has received extensive support from Duluth LISC for operating support, staff training and housing development and are involved in housing advocacy citywide. Rick Klun, Executive Director. Phone: 722-7161
Churches United in Ministry (CHUM) www.chumduluth.org
CHUM is a church-based organization, overseeing the Duluth Hunger Project and administering a daytime drop-in center, emergency shelter, emergency food shelf program and homeless outreach services. With Duluth LISC support CHUM expanded the drop-in center and emergency shelter. They also developed a business plan leading to the opening of LifeCyclers, an electronics recycling program that trains and employs CHUM clients. Jim Soderberg, Executive Director. Phone: 720-6521
Habitat for Humanity-Duluth www.habitatduluth.org
Incorporated in 1989, Habitat-Duluth has completed over 30 housing projects with others in the planning stages or under construction. In addition to Duluth, Habitat sponsors chapters in three areas outside the community: Proctor, Hermantown and Two Harbors. Habitat-Duluth has relationships with over 55 local churches and has actively pursued new funding options for housing development and staffing. LISC has provided training resources and recoverable grants. Daryl Yankee, Director. Phone: 722-3875
Hillside Business Association (HBA)
A neighborhood business organization revitalizing the Central and East Hillside Business Districts. HBA is part of the “At Home in Duluth” initiative. HBA focuses on economic development, crime prevention and safety, storefront renovation and business retention efforts. HBA has received operating support, training and project support from LISC. Phone: 940-4751
Life House, Inc. www.lifehouseduluth.org
Provides transitional housing, supportive services and youth center for homeless youth. Operates facilities in Proctor and Duluth. Life House purchased and rehabilitated a downtown building – Lifeline - that houses a youth center, emergency shelter, Teen Parent Program, and Health Clinic housing for homeless youth which is in collaboration with Lutheran Social Services. LISC provided predevelopment funds and gap financing. Kim Crawford, Executive Director. Phone: 722-7431
Lincoln Park Business Group (LPBG) www.lpbg.org
A neighborhood business organization revitalizing the Lincoln Park business districts. LPBG focuses on storefront renovation, streetscape improvements, marketing, business retention and other initiatives designed to improve the business community. Duluth LISC provides operating support and training resources. They are part of the LISC Commercial Corridor Improvement Program and “At Home in Duluth”. Heath Hickok, Executive Director. Phone: 727-6573
Neighborhood Housing Services of Duluth (NHS Duluth) www.nhsduluth.org
Created to promote housing and neighborhood reinvestment, NHS Duluth is active in the Central/East Hillside, Endion and Lincoln Park neighborhoods. They operate a revolving rehab loan fund, provide purchase/rehab financing, homeownership counseling and training, exterior renovation matching grants and other housing and neighborhood improvement initiatives. NHS Duluth administers HHIP and HOPE in Lincoln Park programs and the “At Home” Storefront Enhancement Pilot Program with support from Duluth LISC. They have initiated a Purchase/Rehab/Resale program with Duluth LISC support, are developing the Lake View Condominiums and are a lead partner in the “At Home in Duluth” initiative. Duluth LISC provides operating support, technical assistance and project funding to NHS Duluth. Cliff Knettel, Executive Director. Phone: 727-8604
Northeast Entrepreneur Fund, Inc. (NEEF) www.entrepreneurfund.org
A business development service to help start, stabilize or expand small businesses. They provide extensive counseling and technical support, as well as low-interest loan programs and a Women’s Business Network. Based in Virginia, MN serving Northeast MN and Douglas County, WI. Duluth LISC has provided funding for their “Growing Neighborhood Businesses” loan program. Mary Mathews, President. Phone: 726-4793
Northern Communities Land Trust (NCLT) www.landtrustduluth.org
NCLT was created to acquire and permanently hold land for the benefit of the community’s low-income residents. Their focus is the creation of affordable homeownership having assisted over 90 homeowners. NCLT’s HOMELAND Program includes purchase and rehabilitation. NCLT also provides affordable homes through new construction in partnership with the Lake Superior College Construction Program, Women in Construction and other builders. They are a partner of the “At Home in Duluth” initiative and have recently created an affiliate, Common Ground Deconstruction Program and Reuse Center. Duluth LISC has provided training, technical assistance, operating support and project funds to NCLT. Jeff Corey, Executive Director. Phone: 727-5372
Spirit Valley Citizens' Neighborhood Development Association (SVCNDA) www.westduluth.org
Founded by West Duluth residents in 1979, SVCNDA is initiating housing, civic and economic development projects in West Duluth. SVCNDA’s projects include: the West Duluth Home Start Program, which has resulted in 34 new single-family homes; the Exterior Matching Grant Program, the Storefront Enhancement Loan program, oversight of West Duluth plan implementation and development and implementation of the Ramsey Village and West Duluth Business District plans. SVCNDA has secured extensive training, technical assistance, operating support and project funding from Duluth LISC. Kris Ridgewell, Executive Director. Phone: 624-2317
Women’s Community Development Organization (WCDO) www.wthc.org
Created in 1988, WCDO, formerly known as, Women’s Transitional Housing Coalition, has a dual mission of building a woman’s self-confidence and the development of a range of affordable housing options for and with low-income women. WCDO was recently selected as the new name and Parent Corporation for the organization to more accurately reflect the diversity of the organization’s housing services. The organization has developed 98 units of housing. They developed the Women in Construction Training and Women in Construction Company to provide low-income women with the skills necessary to become self-sufficient. WCDO provides development assistance to other organizations interested in the provision of affordable housing. WCDO has received training, operating support and project funding from Duluth LISC. JoAnne Axtell, interum Director. Phone: 728-6437
Women in Construction Company (WiCC) www.womenworking.org
WiCC and Women in Construction Training Program (WiCTP) was established by WCDO as a 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation in 1994. WiCC has three primary goals: 1) Teach women the skills needed in construction; 2) Utilize women crews on renovation or new construction projects; and 3) Assist women in entering jobs that pay livable wages. The training program it developed includes 400 hours of hands-on training on all aspects of construction. WiCTP has expanded to include Lindy’s DreamBUILDERS, a construction business that works with WCDO and WiCTP to build and renovate housing for low-income families. Home Girls provides outreach and education to girls about construction as a career, providing them with hands on experience. Michelle LeBeau, Executive Director. Phone: 733-1451.
Fit City Duluth www.fitcityduluth.com
Fit City Duluth is a public/private community initiative designed to change the social and physical environment of Duluth to encourage active, healthy lifestyles. Through information and advocacy, we aim to prevent and reduce chronic health issues and to facilitate healthy built environments that reinforce human powered and public transportation. Fit City Duluth is the area’s information resource center for health and fitness.With our focus on youth, older adults, public policy, transportation, infrastructure and workplace environments, we are actively advocating to improve the quality of life for the residents of Duluth.This cutting edge, progressive initiative has been recognized by both the State of Minnesota Department of Health and the Centers for Disease Control. Fit City Duluth may have the opportunity to serve as a model for other cities throughout the state - and potentially the nation. Please join us and offer your support to Fit City Duluth so we may lead Minnesota into health and wellness. For more information on Fity City Duluth, send us an e-mail at
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or contact the Executive Director, Mimi Stender at 218-390-7533.
Duluth Housing & Redevelopment Authority of Duluth (Duluth HRA) www.duluthhousing.com
The Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Duluth will strive to ensure that decent, safe, affordable housing conditions are available to all residents of the community. The HRA will work to achieve excellence in the property we own and manage, and in the programs and services we provide. Through the efforts of its board, staff and clients, the HRA will take pride in being among the best and highest performing housing agencies in the nation. The application process begins with a phone call to 218-529-6300. From there, applicants will be directed to the personnel, resources and guidance they need to complete their application for housing assistance.The application process includes personal meetings with a housing representative, verification of the applicant’s information, and a housing needs assessment. Once the application is finished and approved, our housing staff will work with you to see that your individual needs are met as quickly and thoroughly as possible.
Community Action Duluth www.communityactionduluth.org
Our mission and vision come to life through our programs. They are where community partnerships are formed and low-income people find the support, resources and relationships they need to help them overcome the economic, racial and cultural barriers that prevent them from establishing and maintaining self-sufficient and connected lives in Duluth. Our programs mobilize low-income people and the broader community to build assets that prevent poverty, create equality and strengthen our social fabric. Angie Miller, Executive Director, 218-726-1665
United Way of Greater Duluth www.unitedwayduluth.org
Our Mission is to lead a united effort to strengthen our community by mobilizing resources to improve people's lives. United Way is committed to improving the quality of life in the Greater Duluth area. We work together with organizations and individuals to achieve positive and lasting change in our community. Learn more about our critical focus areas by visiting our site. We are a leader and partner in understanding our area's most pressing human service needs and identifying the best approaches for addressing those needs. United Way mobilizes people within our region to invest in quality programs and high-impact initiatives that achieve results. United Way of Greater Duluth supports many agencies in our area. Through your generous investments in our community, we are working to better the community through our work.
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