Delta Community Credit Union has secured a $1.25 million grant for City of Refuge to help fund the construction of 35 multifamily rental units in metro Atlanta.
The money was awarded through the Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta’s 2025 Affordable Housing Program General Fund. Delta Community, a member of the cooperative bank, facilitated City of Refuge’s application and serves as the administrator of the grant.
The planned affordable housing units represent the final phase of a major development project that City of Refuge says advances its work in “helping individuals and families gain economic stability.”
As part of the last phase, a total of 25 units will be constructed at 1343 Joseph E. Boone Blvd. NW, while an additional 10 units are to be built at 285 Burbank Drive.
Construction of all 35 units is expected to be completed sometime this year.
“We are grateful for Delta Community’s partnership and the Federal Home Loan Bank’s consideration,” said Bruce Deel, founder and chief executive officer of City of Refuge. “Their combined support has enabled us to raise the final $1.25 million of our $35 million goal for our ‘Breaking Barriers. Building Momentum.’ capital campaign, and we are excited to provide affordable housing for an additional 35 families each year.”
Delta Community previously supported City of Refuge through its annual community investment efforts, including a $10,000 grant that the credit union awarded through its Philanthropic Fund in 2024, as well as providing the nonprofit with an additional $10,000 through various sponsorships last year.
“We always welcome opportunities to work with non-profit organizations that strive to enhance the quality of life in the communities we are privileged to serve, particularly through public programming in the areas of youth development, responsible personal finance and home ownership,” said Hank Halter, chief executive officer of Delta Community Credit Union.
