Community Collaboration

Partner With NCGDI to
Expand Affordable Housing
Across North Carolina

We collaborate with public agencies, nonprofits, service providers, businesses, and community stakeholders to turn shared goals into measurable impact — expanding housing access, connecting residents to services, and building community-driven initiatives.

Who We Partner With

Partnership Opportunities

Every type of partner plays a critical role in expanding affordable housing and services across North Carolina.

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Government & Public Agencies

We partner with city and county housing offices, HUD, VA, and state agencies — including the City of Winston-Salem's Affordable Housing Development program and CoC Continuum of Care.

City of Winston-SalemHUD / CDBG / HOMEVA / GPDCoC Board
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Nonprofit Organizations

We collaborate with nonprofits providing recovery support, case management, behavioral health, workforce development, and re-entry services that complement our housing model.

Recovery ServicesCase ManagementWorkforce DevRe-Entry Support
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Corporate & Foundation Partners

Businesses, foundations, and philanthropic organizations can partner through direct funding, in-kind support, employee engagement, or grant partnerships aligned with housing and recovery.

Direct FundingGrant PartnershipsIn-Kind SupportEmployee Engagement
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Landlords & Property Owners

Private landlords, real estate investors, and property managers who want to expand affordable housing while earning guaranteed rent and receiving full management support.

Guaranteed RentTenant SupportFull ManagementSocial Impact
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Developers & Builders

Construction firms, developers, and real estate professionals who want to work alongside NCGDI on affordable housing development and community revitalization projects.

Affordable DevConstructionLand AssemblageRehab Projects
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Service Providers

Healthcare organizations, mental health providers, employment agencies, educational institutions, and community organizations that serve our shared resident population.

HealthcareMental HealthEmploymentEducation
Why Partner With NCGDI

The Case for Partnership

01

Government-Backed Programs

Our relationships with city, state, and federal agencies give partners access to CDBG, HOME, VA GPD, and HUD-VASH programs — reducing risk and increasing impact.

02

21+ Years of Expertise

Our leadership brings Fortune 500 program management discipline — ensuring every partnership is managed with precision, transparency, and accountability.

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Measurable Outcomes

We track and report impact metrics for every partnership — housing units created, residents stabilized, employment placements, and community outcomes.

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Established Community Presence

NCGDI has active relationships with Winston-Salem CoC, City Neighborhood Services, W.G. Hefner VAMC, and regional housing stakeholders — bringing your partnership into a trusted network.

Get Started

Ready to Build Something
Meaningful Together?

Whether you're a funder, service provider, landlord, developer, or community organization — there's a partnership model that fits your capacity and goals.

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Reach Out

Contact us to start a conversation about your goals and how NCGDI's work aligns with your mission or business objectives.

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Define the Partnership

We'll work with you to define the scope, structure, and expected outcomes of our collaboration — formal or informal, short-term or long-term.

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Create Impact Together

Launch the partnership with clear milestones, transparent reporting, and shared accountability for outcomes that matter to both parties.

Start Partnership Application →

Email: info@ncgrowth.org · Phone: (704) 266-2602

Ready to Get Started?

Submit Your Partnership
Intake Form

Our partnership intake form takes about 5 minutes and requires no commitment. Tell us about your organization, what resources you can contribute, and which projects interest you — we'll follow up within 2 business days to explore the fit.

Complete the Intake Form → Contact Us First
What to Expect
  • Form takes about 5 minutes
  • 🔒No commitment required to submit
  • 📞We follow up within 2 business days
  • 🤝We define scope together — no pressure
  • 501(c)(3) — contributions may be tax-deductible
Partnership Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of organizations does NCGDI partner with?

NCGDI partners with government agencies (HUD, VA, City of Winston-Salem), nonprofits providing recovery and case management services, corporate and foundation funders, landlords and property owners, affordable housing developers, and healthcare and workforce service providers across North Carolina.

Is there a cost or commitment required to apply?

No. Submitting a partnership intake form requires zero commitment. We use it to understand your organization's goals and capacity, then schedule a conversation to explore whether a formal partnership makes sense. Many partnerships begin with a simple referral or information-sharing agreement.

What federal programs does NCGDI participate in?

NCGDI actively participates in and applies for funding through HUD's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships Program, VA Grant & Per Diem (GPD), HUD-VASH (VA Supportive Housing) vouchers, and the City of Winston-Salem's Affordable Housing Development (AHD) program. Partners aligned with these programs gain access to a well-established government funding network.

How does NCGDI support its nonprofit partners?

We provide housing placements for clients referred by nonprofit partners, collaborate on grant applications, share impact data and reporting, and coordinate wraparound service delivery. NCGDI's housing-first infrastructure allows service providers to focus on what they do best while we manage housing stability.

Can a business or foundation partner with NCGDI?

Yes. Corporate and foundation partners can contribute through direct funding, grant partnerships, in-kind support, employee engagement programs, or sponsorship of specific housing units or programs. Contributions to NCGDI are tax-deductible under our 501(c)(3) status (EIN: 99-4545063). We provide impact reporting for all corporate and foundation partners.

What makes NCGDI a strong community development partner in Winston-Salem?

NCGDI has active relationships with the Winston-Salem Continuum of Care (CoC), City Neighborhood Services, W.G. Hefner VA Medical Center, and regional housing stakeholders. Our leadership brings 21+ years of Fortune 500 program management expertise — ensuring partnerships are managed with precision, transparency, and accountability. We bring credibility, government relationships, and operational discipline to every collaboration.

Community Development

Affordable Housing Partnerships in North Carolina

Solving North Carolina's affordable housing crisis requires a coordinated ecosystem of government agencies, service providers, funders, landlords, and developers working in alignment. NCGDI serves as the connective tissue — bringing partners together around shared housing and community development goals.

Our model is designed for partnership. We don't operate in isolation — every program we run is strengthened by the organizations, funders, and community stakeholders who work alongside us. Whether you're a nonprofit, a government agency, or a private funder, there's a role for you in NCGDI's mission.

Partnerships with NCGDI connect you directly to active federal housing programs — CDBG, HOME, VA GPD, and HUD-VASH — and to a growing network of housing-committed stakeholders across the Piedmont Triad and North Carolina.

Partnership Benefits

What Partners Gain

  • Access to Federal Funding Networks — Connect to CDBG, HOME, VA GPD, and HUD-VASH programs through an established nonprofit partner
  • Impact Reporting — Annual documentation of your partnership's measurable community outcomes
  • CoC & VA Network Access — Gain visibility within Winston-Salem's Continuum of Care and VA stakeholder community
  • Tax-Deductible Contributions — All qualifying contributions are fully tax-deductible under NCGDI's 501(c)(3) status
  • Flexible Partnership Structures — From informal referral agreements to formal MOUs and co-funding arrangements

Partner With Us to Expand Affordable Housing in North Carolina

Every partnership expands our capacity to house, stabilize, and empower North Carolinians in need.