Square One was founded in response to the growing challenges of housing affordability—rising costs, rental shortages, and limited homeownership opportunities—especially for low-income families.
We believe that when one civic challenge arises, it affects us all. Square One exists to address these interconnected issues by creating accessible pathways to affordable homeownership and community-centered living for everyday working Americans.
Our initiatives benefit veterans, single-parent households, traditional families, and individuals alike. Homeownership becomes not only a foundation for personal wealth-building but also a driver of improved health, civic engagement, and community cohesion.
Homeowners are more likely to invest in their neighborhoods, participate in local activities, and contribute to safer, more vibrant communities. By promoting stable homeownership opportunities, Square One helps attract businesses, enhance services, and build resilient neighborhoods.
Our partnership with local entrepreneurs, financial literacy programs, is central to our mission of wealth-building. Together, we prepare future homeowners with the tools and knowledge to build credit, become mortgage-ready, and grow generational wealth.
Square One will partner with local diverse construction companies to establish a mixed-use shopping precinct that includes healthcare facilities, retail, dining, and essential services.
These projects will:
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Square One will partner with local diverse construction companies to establish a mixed-use shopping precinct that includes healthcare facilities, retail, dining, and essential services.
These projects will:
Beyond economic benefits, this development will promote community stability, instill neighborhood pride, and create a shared sense of belonging.
Homeownership is directly linked to improved physical and mental health. Stable housing reduces stress, promotes healthier living environments, and lowers reliance on emergency services. Square One supports this through:
Homeownership is directly linked to improved physical and mental health. Stable housing reduces stress, promotes healthier living environments, and lowers reliance on emergency services. Square One supports this through:
With greater control over their living conditions, homeowners experience better health outcomes and improved quality of life.
Square One is committed to partnering with local construction companies to build energy-efficient homes and data centers that benefit both residents and the environment.
Homes are designed to:
Square One is committed to partnering with local construction companies to build energy-efficient homes and data centers that benefit both residents and the environment.
Homes are designed to:
Energy-efficient homes are not only more sustainable but also more affordable and healthier.
Children in stable home environments consistently perform better in school. Square One supports educational success by promoting homeownership and financial stability among parents.
In Memphis–Shelby County, where schools face low proficiency rates, Square One’s programs equip families with financial tools to reduce dependence on public as
Children in stable home environments consistently perform better in school. Square One supports educational success by promoting homeownership and financial stability among parents.
In Memphis–Shelby County, where schools face low proficiency rates, Square One’s programs equip families with financial tools to reduce dependence on public assistance and improve educational outcomes—laying a foundation for generational success.
Through our partnership with the Transitional Reentry Adult Program (TRAP), we also support justice-impacted individuals by offering construction apprenticeships—tuition-free, skill-building opportunities that lead to long-term employment and increased earning potential. This initiative strengthens reintegration, employment, and community reinvestment.
Affordable housing is more than just a place to live—it is a catalyst for economic mobility, health equity, environmental sustainability, and community resilience.
While Square One focuses on revitalizing local Districts within cities, our mission depends on partnership. We seek to collaborate with community leaders who champion, implement
Affordable housing is more than just a place to live—it is a catalyst for economic mobility, health equity, environmental sustainability, and community resilience.
While Square One focuses on revitalizing local Districts within cities, our mission depends on partnership. We seek to collaborate with community leaders who champion, implement, and sustain affordable housing initiatives. These leaders are key to shaping policy, attracting investment, and building trust.
Square One offers more than just shelter; we create the foundation for better futures. By investing in safe, energy-efficient, and affordable housing, we strengthen families, uplift neighborhoods, and drive lasting, inclusive progress.
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