Neighborhood Revitalization

At Parker Street Ministries, “The Word became flesh and moved into the neighborhood” is not just a clever mantra – it’s the truth of God and a way of life. Here’s how we do it.

Home Ownership

Moving renters to home owners is a long term strategy for Parker Street Ministries. Home owners are less transient and more financially stable. Parker Street Ministries partners with the Midtown CRA, Keystone Challenge Fund, Habitat for Humanity and the City of Lakeland to revitalize the Parker Street neighborhood through home renovation and neighborhood beautification. The rationale behind PSM’s ownership of two homes is to sell these homes to neighborhood residents. This results in residents fostering a sense of ownership and pride in their home, thereby reducing the high turnover rate within the neighborhood. Check out these photos of houses that are a part of this initiative.

 

Saturdays are often revitalization days in our neighborhood with many churches and community organizations providing volunteers to work on homes and general neighborhood projects. Find out how you can be a part of our housing initiative by contacting admin@parkerstreetministries.org.