About ETW
East to West Development Corporation strives to be a leader in providing quality affordable housing in the most challenging markets, while also aiming to create a foundation for a new beginning for individuals that face employment barriers.
Communities across the country are facing affordable housing shortages. The idea for this Corporation was birthed out of a sincere passion to carry out effective affordable housing solutions in practical ways. But beyond ideas, passion, and motivation, East to West Development Corporation purposes to provide real solutions. In so doing, the organization is committed to enhancing communities and neighborhoods where their development projects will be built.
As a not-for-profit corporation, ETWDC seeks to develop affordable housing units for both homeownership and rental. ETWDC will partner with local governments, faith-based organizations, banks, and other entities to secure land, funding, and other resources to advance its mission.
4 Pillars to Success
Organizational Experience
The Founder and CEO is a former City Manager and Community Development Executive with 30 years of public administration experience. Collectively, the leadership of ETW has over 150 years of practitioner experience in government, banking, and housing construction — bringing unmatched depth to every project and partnership.
Greater Agility & Responsiveness
As a focused, agile organization, East to West responds faster than large developers — adapting quickly to community opportunities, regulatory changes, and funding windows. Decisions are made at the highest level without bureaucratic delay, giving our partners a responsive and accountable collaborator.
Community Approach
East to West Development Corporation is sensitive to the communities where its development projects emerge. We engage residents, local leaders, and stakeholders throughout the process — ensuring that every project serves the people who will call it home and builds lasting community wealth.
Long Term Vision
East to West Development Corporation is pursuing a legacy — not just building homes, but establishing foundations for communities to thrive for generations. Our long-term vision drives every partnership, every project, and every decision we make in service of that mission.
"What if experience, capacity, perseverance, and divine providence work in favor of our vision? … For although the mission is great, inaction in the face of such a great need would be tragic."
— East to West Development Corporation
Our Leadership
East to West Development Corporation is well acquainted with the affordable housing industry. The organization's overall leadership leverages nearly 150 years of multifaceted experience in community/economic development, planning & zoning, residential construction, grant funding and banking.
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