Records of Action-Housing, Inc., 1957-1992.

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Records of Action-Housing, Inc., 1957-1992.

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This collection contains records from ACTION-Housing, Inc., which specifically deal with the urban development of the Homewood-Brushton area, an African-American neighborhood. Types of records in the collection include anniversary booklets, annual reports, plans of operation, reports on neighborhoods, and applications for grants.

1 cu ft. (1 box)

University of Pittsburgh

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University of Pittsburgh

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Action-Housing, Inc.

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ACTION-Housing, Inc. was founded by Richard King Mellon in Pittsburgh on May 22, 1957 in order to provide affordable housing for those in need. Their mission is "to empower people to build more secure and self-sufficient lives through the provision of decent, affordable housing, essential supportive services, asset building programs, and educational and employment opportunities." When ACTION-Housing was first founded it faced an enormous challenge. There were only three staff members and an annu...