Breaking Ground at Edwins Place

Breaking Ground at Edwins Place is a non-profit organization that provides permanent, affordable housing for single adults in the under-resourced neighborhood of Brownsville, Brooklyn. Their state-of-the-art building, The Hegeman, offers studio apartments for formerly homeless individuals with special needs, persons with HIV AIDS, and low-income residents, with additional amenities such as a green roof, fitness room, computer lab, and outdoor garden space.

With a LEED Silver rating and multiple design awards, Breaking Ground at Edwins Place is committed to creating a sustainable and supportive community for its residents. Through partnerships with Sprout by Design, they also provide programming and access to a community garden, promoting a sense of belonging and connection for both tenants and neighborhood residents.

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