Black Church Plans to Buy Back the Block
Summary
In May 2022, theGrio Politics shared a video about Mountain View Baptist Church’s effort to “buy back the block” in Newtown. The feature explained how our congregation’s long-term land-acquisition strategy creates an opportunity to pursue housing, economic development and cultural preservation in a neighborhood shaped by historic disinvestment and growing development pressure.
We believe community ownership is one of the strongest tools available for protecting both people and place. By stewarding land with purpose, we can help create opportunities for families, support locally rooted growth and ensure that Newtown’s future reflects the values and voices of the community itself.
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