News and Announcements

Development Day is an event that allows builders and developers to learn more about the process of working with the Houston Land Bank to build affordable housing. 

“Our 2025 accomplishments reflect the unwavering dedication of our team and board to meeting Houston’s evolving needs. From hosting Family Home Workshops that equipped residents with tools to preserve generational wealth, to expanding Sip & Sustain, our community-led brownfield engagement series, we prioritized purpose.“– Christa Stoneham, President and CEO. 

“Our accomplishments this year are a direct reflection of the unwavering dedication of our team and board to meeting the evolving needs of Houston. When Houston has a need, we don’t just respond—we proactively seek solutions, ask the right questions, and challenge ourselves to do more.”– Christa Stoneham, President and CEO. 

Houston Land Bank (HLB), in partnership with the Houston Community Land Trust (HCLT) and with support from Fannie Mae and CenterPoint Energy Foundation, is proud to announce the launch of the Finding Home Initiative. This ambitious multi-month project will create over 100 affordable and resilient homes in Houston’s underserved neighborhoods, including Acres Homes, Independence Heights, Near Northside, Fifth Ward, Third Ward, Settegast, Magnolia Park, and Sunnyside. 

This report is a testament to our collective resolve to confront and overcome the challenges facing our communities. It encapsulates the hurdles we’ve faced, the opportunities that lie ahead, and the strategies we’re implementing to navigate our path forward. From addressing economic mobility, health and environmental disparities, to enhancing affordability and accessibility to basic needs like housing, our report outlines our comprehensive approach to fostering sustainable community development.- Christa Stoneham, President and CEO.