1 HOME PRODUCTS & SERVICES 
The Gertrude Wood Community Foundation (GWCF) is a faith and community based, grassroots organization established in December 2005. The GWCF is an independent social service agency and community development corporation.
 

• The Mission of the GWCF is to provide opportunities that strengthen the Driving Park community.
• Our vision for the target community is to:
• Create a more vibrant, safer, healthier, educated community in the Driving Park area.
• Offer housing opportunities, structure that provides affordable housing options and education programs about homeownership and options.
• Contribute to the academic, social, and emotional development of Driving Park youth.
• Provide support that ensures both infants and seniors are happy and healthy.
• Become the Driving Park residents and stakeholders “go to” central resource for information to get their needs met and touch point for influencers, community, and political leaders.
• Become recognized as a national model for local community foundations, board members are sought after to make presentations and provide guidance to other foundation boards.

Supportive Housing Services
The 1 Home Credit Restoration and Community Relations Programs are designed to:

1. Assist individuals to increase their knowledge/understanding of their finances.
2. Repair/improve their credit score.
3. Learn basic home maintenance skills.
4. Promote Civic Involvement.

The programs afford individuals the opportunity to have access to the best financial products/services when making major purchases, increase wealth or become a viable force within their community. 
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The 1 Home goal is to educate, enlighten and empower individuals to become financially independent and informed neighborhood residents!

View or download the 1 Home brochure here.