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Back to School Drive yields more than 300 items
Donors contributed more than 300 items, from backpacks to water bottles to school supplies, to Avalon's Back to School Drive. The gear will be distributed to children living at Avalon Housing properties as they get ready for the upcoming school year. For more...
Michigan legislature approves $20 million for supportive housing services
In late June, the Michigan legislature passed a state budget that includes a historic $20 million for supportive services. The funding was championed by Senator Jeff Irwin, Representative Felicia Brabec, the Corporation for Supportive Housing (CSH), Avalon Housing,...
Avalon Housing statement on Grants Pass vs. Johnson ruling
Avalon Housing is disappointed and dismayed by today's U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Grants Pass vs. Johnson. The court ruled that cities can enforce bans on people sleeping outside when there is no shelter available. This decision essentially criminalizes the...
MSHDA board approves financing for development on Washington St. in Ypsilanti
The Board of the Michigan State Housing Development Authority approved financing for Avalon Housing’s project at 206 N. Washington St. in Ypsilanti at its meeting on June 20, 2024. The board approved a bond-financed construction loan of nearly $5.8 million, and two...
Meet Leroy Davis, Avalon’s Newest Board Member
What's up y'all, my name is Leroy Davis. I'm a New Yorker forever (at heart). While there since at least 10 years old, I've always been a part of helping the community or school or many things of that nature. So (being on the Avalon) board was almost...
Kickoff event for EV carshare service at Carrot Way set for May 30
A new electric vehicle carshare service is now located at Avalon Housing's Carrot Way community in Ann Arbor. The service is operated by Mobility Development, and is available to residents of Avalon's apartments and the general public. Avalon and partners in the...
Avalon, Ann Arbor Housing Commission break ground on Dunbar Tower
The Ann Arbor Housing Commission and Avalon Housing broke ground on a Dunbar Tower, a six-story, 63-unit development at 121 E. Catherine Street in Ann Arbor in April 2024. The development will expand supportive, affordable housing, while recognizing the history of the...
Avalon Welcomes Aaron Cooper, Affordable Housing Leader with Record of Success Across the Midwest, As New Executive Director
Washtenaw County’s leading provider of affordable, supportive housing starts a new chapter with a new leader while honoring the legacy of a long-time executive director. Avalon Housing is excited to welcome Aaron Cooper, a seasoned and respected leader with 17 years...