Lantern Organization is a nonprofit established in 1996 that focuses on strengthening New York communities by increasing the supply of affordable housing and providing on-site opportunities for personal enrichment and growth. They have developed 15 buildings with a total of 1,400 units in operation, and have an additional 3 buildings with 225 units in predevelopment or construction phases.
As a leader in the field, Lantern Organization is dedicated to creating permanent housing options for special needs and low-income populations, including families headed by adults living with HIV, mental illness, or other special needs, single adults with similar circumstances, young adults in need of affordable housing, and those recently aged out of foster care. They regularly partner with government agencies, banks, housing intermediaries, and community service organizations to ensure access to adequate housing for all.
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