HDC MidAtlantic is committed to partnering and working with companies that align with our values of racial equity, diversity, and inclusion. As a generator of economic opportunity in 17 counties in Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Maryland, we believe that we can do more to advance equity and extend opportunities to diverse-owned businesses.
Our Supplier Diversity Program is part of our commitment to racial equity and aligned with our organizational values of excellence, equity, collaboration, community, and integrity. The program is designed to generate economic opportunities for local, minority, women-led, and disadvantaged businesses.
Our goal is that by 2025, 25% of HDC’s discretionary spending supports Minority Business Enterprises (MBE), Women Business Enterprises (WBE), and special designation businesses in construction, real estate development, property management, and corporate expenditures. HDC only requires a self-affidavit from businesses asserting their status and will support their work toward certification.
HDC is committed to creating a positive impact in people’s lives through sustainability, resilience, well-being, diversity, inclusion, and research across the following categories:
| Appliance/Repair Parts Asphalt/Sealcoating Cabinet Supply/Installation Drain Clogs Drywall Duct Cleaning Electrical Service/Supply Elevator Engineering/Architecture Environmental Consulting Fencing Fire Alarm/Security System/Access System Flooring General Contracting Gutter/Window Cleaning/Pressure Washing Handyman Services HVAC Janitorial | Junk Hauling/Cleanup Lighting Locks Masonry Mower Sales/Repair Painting Pest Control Plumbing Roofing/Siding/Gutters Snow Removal Sprinkler System/Fire Pump/Backflow Prevention Translation Services Trees/Landscaping Tool Rental Tubs Windows/Doors/Glass Water Treatment |
Want to learn more? Email Tammie Fitzpatrick, HDC Chief Operating Officer, at tfitzpatrick@hdcweb.org.
Every voice matters. At HDC, we are committed to raising up resident voices and opening doors so that residents can actively participate in the democratic process, speak out on issues important to them and their communities, and communicate how policies affect their everyday lives. We believe it is important to make the time and space to listen, and to support resident leaders in effectively using their voices. We support resident advocacy opportunities through our Resident Academy of Leadership & Inspiration, Voter Registration Drives, and holding constituent meetings and tours with elected officials.
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Finding a place to live that meets one’s basic needs and budget can feel like a never-ending challenge. The complexity of lower-income families and individuals extend far beyond simply finding a safe, affordable, and welcoming place to call home. At HDC, we are committed to being an ally in speaking to issues, programs, and policies that improve quality of life of our residents. Issues that we know are important to our residents include:
We know we can’t solve the affordable housing challenge alone. We need champions to help change the conversation around what home means and why it matters. We are committed to educating elected officials to understand the needs and challenges of their constituents. We are here to provide solutions that work and offer affordable housing expertise that demonstrates the impact policy decisions have on lower-income families, seniors and those with disabilities. We work closely with and participate in alliances and coalitions to educate and advance shared policy priorities. Our advocacy partners include:
Wendy Smith serves as the Vice President of Property Management, responsible for the overall strategic direction for HDC’s management portfolio and the organization’s largest staff team. Previously, Wendy served as Asset and Operations Manager for a leading real estate firm based in New York City which owned over 11,000 affordable homes. Since 2008, Wendy has held roles in regional level operations for commercial and for-profit housing agencies. Wendy holds a degree in International Studies.
