For many people experiencing homelessness, the hardest part isn’t the cold nights or the bug bites — it’s the loneliness of living, and too often dying, without anyone by their side.
That’s why, when City Lights Village began building a community of triplex townhomes for those who’d gone without housing for a year or more, every step centered on connection and belonging.
“Housing alone won’t solve homelessness,” says Sarah Grounds, founder and executive director of City Lights. “It takes wraparound services and a community to be successful.”
City Lights Village is underway with Phase 1— 30 homes and a community center — having already raised $19 million of its $26.1 million goal. Phase 2 will add 45 more homes, with the project set for completion by summer 2026.
“We won’t move people in until the project is complete,” Grounds says, adding that this will ensure reliable housing and access to wraparound services onsite. “It’s not just about construction; it’s about stability, community and care.”…