Mission First Housing Group is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization committed to ensuring everyone has a safe, affordable house to call home. Mission First's mission is to develop and manage affordable, equitable, safe, sustainable homes that support residents and strengthen communities.

What began more than 30 years ago as a joint venture between the City of Philadelphia, HUD and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation has become a full-service, nonprofit affordable housing organization developing high-quality, green community assets across the Mid-Atlantic region. Mission First’s original purpose was to provide for the housing needs of adults living with chronic mental illness. 

Over the course of our history, Mission First employed a number of key strategies and innovative practices to support its expansion, including incorporating an affiliated nonprofit entity to lease, manage and maintain its properties and coordinate resident services; leveraging funding to acquire property; assembling complex financing sources; and developing a successful model for utilizing mergers, acquisitions and friendly take-overs to help stabilize troubled affordable housing projects and expand its portfolio.

Having developed a successful model for providing safe, quality, affordable housing for a particularly vulnerable population, Mission First sought to expand its model to new geographies and serve others in need. Mission First’s footprint is now the entire Mid-Atlantic region and it now serves a diverse resident population that includes families, veterans, survivors of domestic violence, seniors and individuals with disabilities.

Today Mission First provides safe, affordable, sustainable homes to more than 5,500 people in over 4,000 units. Our vision is to be a premier partner in expanding affordable, equitable, safe, sustainable home options in the Mid-Atlantic region.

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Mission First Housing Group

Mission First Housing Group's headquarters in Philadelphia, PA, United States

This department oversees the management and optimization of investment assets to maximize returns and minimize risks.

Asset Management

The Accounting and Finance team at Mission First Housing Group plays a crucial role in ensuring the fiscal health and sustainability of the organization. They manage budgeting, financial reporting, and accounting functions, oversee grant funding, and facilitate complex financing for development projects. By ensuring accurate financial management and compliance, this team supports Mission First’s mission to provide safe and affordable housing, ultimately enhancing the organization’s ability to serve diverse communities across the Mid-Atlantic region.

Accounting and Finance

The Leadership Team at Mission First Housing Group plays a critical role in shaping the organization's strategic direction and operational effectiveness. Comprising senior executives with expertise in real estate development, finance, fundraising, and property management, this team collaborates to ensure the successful delivery of affordable housing initiatives, optimize resource allocation, and enhance community impact. Their collective vision and leadership drive the mission of providing safe, sustainable homes for diverse populations throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.

Leadership Team

The Legal and Compliance team at Mission First Housing Group ensures that all operations and initiatives comply with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. This team is responsible for providing legal counsel on housing development and management, overseeing compliance with funding and regulatory requirements, and managing the organization's risk exposure. They play a critical role in safeguarding Mission First's mission by facilitating sustainable practices that support the well-being of residents and communities.

Legal and Compliance

The Real Estate and Property Management team at Mission First Housing Group is responsible for overseeing the development, acquisition, and management of affordable housing properties. This team works to create sustainable, high-quality living environments by coordinating complex financing, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing exceptional property management services. Their efforts are aimed at enhancing community strength and expanding access to safe housing for diverse populations across the Mid-Atlantic region.

Real Estate and Property Management

This department focuses on managing and supporting housing services and community life for residents.

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