Opportunities for homeownership across all races and ethnicities in Pennsylvania is uneven at best. According to the Urban Institute, the homeownership rate of PA’s black and brown families is below 50%, compared to white families which stands a little over 75%. The wide gap in homeownership is the result of the obstacles underrepresented families encounter that stand in the way of them owning a home. This systemic bias is unacceptable and needs to change.

That’s why our agency, Color & Culture, focused on leveling the playing field in all aspects of life, has developed the “Adios, Renting” homeownership initiative. Our team realizes the full gamut of inequities experienced by our marginalized neighbors here in PA that must be addressed — access to quality health care, opportunities for education and employment, and affordable housing. And we’ve put our hearts and souls into this project.