Faith-based organizations collectively control over 2.6 million acres of underutilized land in the U.S., which could create approximately 800,000 new homes for those in need. The Yes in God's Backyard (YIGBY) movement aims to counteract Not in My Backyard (NIMBY) opposition by repurposing this land for affordable housing. LEAP Housing, a nonprofit in Idaho, guides churches in transforming their land into housing solutions while maintaining community involvement and ensuring permanent affordability through strategies like ground leases and community land trusts.
In the midst of America's housing crisis, faith-based organizations are repurposing their underused land for housing initiatives, creating opportunities for affordable living.
The Yes in God's Backyard movement aims to counter Not in My Backyard resistance by converting land owned by religious institutions into affordable housing.
Faith-based organizations in the U.S. own over 2.6 million acres of underutilized land, which could potentially accommodate up to 800,000 new homes.
LEAP Housing in Boise partners with churches to help them transform their land into affordable housing, ensuring community engagement and long-term sustainability.
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