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    Providing Basics to Those in Need

    At Rainbow Housing Assistance Corporation (Rainbow), we know that sometimes the access to basic needs may make a tremendous difference when helping a family or individual out of crisis. Giving the Basics does this by foc[...]

    Rainbow’s Money Management Skills Workshops Aided by CAAB

    WASHINGTON, D.C – Rainbow’s Money Management Skills Workshops Aided by CAAB Rainbow Housing Assistance Corporation’s (Rainbow) ability to improve the quality of life for residents of affordable housing across the country[...]

    Haverstock 2013 Luncheon

    On Tuesday, August 13, 2013, Rainbow Housing Assistance Corporation (Rainbow) hosted a luncheon to thank all of the coalition members whose continual support has made change a real possibility at Haverstock Hills Apartme[...]

    Haverstock Hills: Service-Enriched Results

    We are proud to present this video which details the tremendous impact that Rainbow’s service-enriched housing model has had on the Haverstock Hills community and thank you to all of the partners who engaged with Rainbow[...]

    Wells Fargo Donation Prepares Youth for School

    Silver City, NM – Wells Fargo Donation Prepares Youth for School Residents of Lintero apartments, a Rainbow Housing Assistance Corporation (Rainbow)-served community, received a generous donation from Wells Fargo for bac[...]

    Regulatory Compliance through a Service-Enriched Housing Model

    In August, Rainbow Housing Assistance Corporation’s Executive Director was published in Novogradac’s Journal of Tax Credits discussing the importance of providing a service-enriched housing model as a component in preser[...]

    OfficeMax Supports Houston and Phoenix Youth

    Phoenix, AZ – OfficeMax Supports Houston and Phoenix Youth Rainbow Housing Assistance Corporation (Rainbow) is proud to announce the generous support of local OfficeMax managers in two cities. OfficeMax joined in the Rai[...]

    Service-Enriched Housing Expands into Nevada

    Las Vegas, NV – Service-Enriched Housing Expands into Nevada

    Record Participation at Rainbow Housing 1st Annual Awards Banquet

    On April 25, 2013, Rainbow Housing Assistance Corporation (Rainbow) hosted its 1st Annual Awards Banquet honoring those in the affordable housing industry who are making a lasting impact and empowering social change. Ove[...]

    Delavan Townhomes in Kansas Hires Rainbow

    Kansas City, KS – Delavan Townhomes in Kansas Hires Rainbow Rainbow Housing Assistance Corporation (Rainbow) is proud to announce that beginning in April 2013 its service-enriched housing model will be deployed in Kansas[...]

    $6 Million Renovation Complete, Palm Lake Announces Grand Re-Opening

    Miami, FL – $6 Million Renovation Complete, Palm Lake Announces Grand Re-Opening

    Palm Lake Grand Re-Opening Announcement

    You are cordially invited to attend the Grand Re-Opening of Palm Lake Apartments. Located at 2615 NW 115th St in Miami, Florida, the program will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 30th, 2013.

    4th Annual Backpack Drive a Success

    Each year as summer comes to a close and schools prepare to educate, Rainbow Housing Assistance Corporation (Rainbow) kicks off its Annual Back-to-School Backpack Drive. In its fourth year, 2012 was the largest yet with [...]

    Community Helping Youth Prepare for School

    With back-to-school events in full swing, Rainbow’s Resident Services Coordinator (RSC) at a Rainbow-served Texas apartment complex brought school preregistration to the community. Residents attending nearby Summit High [...]

    Upcoming 2012 Conference Calendar

    Rainbow Housing Assistance Corporation’s (Rainbow) focus will continue to be on expanding the number of communities we serve with our award-winning, service-enriched housing model for the remainder of the year. As a resu[...]

    Rainbow’s 2012 Mid-Year Newsletter

    It is our pleasure to share with you the below mid-year report for Rainbow Housing Assistance Corporation (Rainbow). 2012 has already been a very busy year expanding existing partnerships, making several event appearance[...]

    Rainbow Partnership Secures Arizona Department of Housing LIHTC Award

    In January 2012, the Arizona Department of Housing put out a request for proposals for an acquisition/rehabilitation affordable housing project in Phoenix. Arizona-based Hope Development, LLC asked Rainbow Housing Assist[...]

    4th Annual Back-to-School Backpack Drive

    Rainbow Housing Assistance Corporation (Rainbow) understands the financial strain that may be placed on a low-income family when it comes to providing the proper and necessary tools for their children to attend school. T[...]

    Services on the Bayou, Welcome Louisiana

    Rainbow Housing Assistance Corporation (Rainbow) is proud to announce that services this week launched at two new communities. Both properties are managed by long-time partner J. Allen Management based out of Beaumont, T[...]

    HUD Proposes Simplified Section 202 and 811 Requirements

    The June 2012 edition of Novogradac’s Journal of Tax Credits features an interview with Rainbow Housing Assistance Corporation’s Executive Director, Flynann Janisse, discussing HUD’s proposed requirement changes for Sect[...]

    Affordable Housing Tax Credit Conference Wrap-Up

    As suggested by the name, this conference was filled with timely topics on affordable housing development and financing. The afternoon session was split into two tracks in order to address a wide variety of industry issu[...]

    Cooking Matters at Rush Creek

    On May 23, 2012, Rush Creek apartments’ residents were treated to the first of six “Cooking Matters” classes at the community. The hands-on educational program is sponsored by the Tarrant Area Food Bank and will be a wee[...]

    Nutrition Education at Pecan Grove

    The North Texas Food Bank has been busily visiting the Champion Townhomes at Pecan Grove community in Dallas this May, educating adults and youth alike. On May 15, 2012, North Texas Food Bank Nutrition Educational Manage[...]

    Lakeline Apartments Voted “Best of the Best”

    Each year, the Hill Country News in Texas publishes a special edition of their newspaper, identifying the best the community has to offer. Readers are treated to news on where to get the best of everything Cedar Park and[...]

    Leander Mayor Visits Lakeline Apartments

    On Saturday, May 5, 2012, Leander, Texas Mayor, John Cowman, visited the Lakeline Apartment community to discuss a variety of topics. The Mayor arrived with pizza and an open schedule to discuss community concerns with t[...]

    Rainbow’s “Community Investment Partner of the Year”, Centerline Capital Group

    Phoenix, AZ – Rainbow’s “Community Investment Partner of the Year” Awarded to Centerline Capital Group

    Rainbow’s “Partner of the Year”, United States Golf Association

    Phoenix, AZ – Rainbow’s “Partner of the Year” Awarded to United States Golf Association

    Resident Health a Top Priority at Caswyck Trail

    On April 10, 2012, Caswyck Trail apartments hosted a health fair for its residents. Organized by Rainbow Housing Assistance Corporation’s (Rainbow) Resident Services Coordinators (RSCs) and onsite were instructors from t[...]

    Technology For All Awards Rainbow Computer Equipment Grant

    Technology For All, a nonprofit organization located in Houston Texas, has chosen five Rainbow-served communities to receive computers and other related equipment through their grant giving process. Over the past month, [...]