Houston's Fifth Ward Community Redevelopment Corporation

09/03/2026

Fifth Ward CRC is a finalist.

We are honored to be named a finalist for the 2026 Mickey Leland Public Leadership Award at the Greater Houston Black Chamber’s 29th Annual Pinnacle Awards & Gala.

Named in honor of Houston’s own U.S. Congressman Mickey Leland, this award recognizes nonprofit organizations carrying forward his extraordinary legacy of fighting for equity, expanding access and serving our most vulnerable communities.

Those values are deeply connected to the work we do in Fifth Ward. Every day, our team works alongside residents and community partners to expand opportunities, strengthen our neighborhood and help create a more just and equitable Houston.

Being recognized among organizations doing this important work throughout our city is an incredible honor. We congratulate all of the 2026 nominees and thank our staff, Board, partners, supporters and Fifth Ward community for making our work possible. 💚

🎟️ Purchase tickets: https://ghbcc.com/pinnacle2026

09/03/2026

Funding Opportunity for Fifth Ward Organizations and Businesses.

The Fifth Ward Community Investment Fund Grant Program is accepting applications, with eligible applicants able to apply for grants of up to $10,000.

For Cycle 1, funding is focused on Workforce Development and Small Business Support.

There’s still time to register for today’s Virtual Information Session! Join us to learn more about the grant program, eligibility requirements, funding priorities, and application process.

📅 Today, September 3
⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
💻 Virtual

Register for today’s session:
https://tinyurl.com/CIFgrantinfo

Can’t attend today? Additional virtual information sessions will be held throughout September and October.

Apply for the grant:
http://fifthwardcrc.submittable.com/

Applications are open through October 27.

Questions? Contact Naseeka Cox at [email protected].

09/02/2026

Help us congratulate our very own Harrison Homer-Guy, Director of Arts & Culture for the 5th Ward Cultural Arts District.

Harrison is preparing for the world premiere of Dear Prairie View at the Wortham Center this Friday and Saturday and ESSENCE is shining a national spotlight on his work.

Dear Prairie View celebrates 150 years of Prairie View A&M University history, culture and legacy through dance, music, spoken word and storytelling.

We are proud to have Harrison as part of the Fifth Ward CRC family and excited to see his artistry and commitment to Black culture receive this well-deserved recognition.

Houston, let’s show up and support! 🙌🏾

🎭 Dear Prairie View
📅 Friday, September 4 & Saturday, September 5
📍 Cullen Theater at the Wortham Center

🎟️ Purchase Tickets:
https://tickets.performingartshouston.org/spahouston/website/ChooseSeats.aspx?EventInstanceId=110001&SeatingAreaId=9025&resize=true

📰 Read Harrison’s ESSENCE Feature:
https://www.essence.com/culture/harrison-guy-dear-prairie-view-hbcu-culture-wortham-center/

Congratulations, Harrison! 💜💛

09/01/2026

You Bought a Home. What Comes Next?

Purchasing a home is a major accomplishment, but receiving the keys is only the beginning. Fifth Ward Community Redevelopment Corporation invites you to attend our Hybrid Post Purchase Workshop to learn more about the responsibilities that come with homeownership.

During this workshop, participants will learn how to file a homestead exemption, protest property taxes, build savings, maintain and repair their property, and understand the importance of property inspections.

📅 Thursday, September 17, 2026
⏰ 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
📍 3303 Lyons Ave., Suite 205, Houston, TX 77020
💻 Attend in person or virtually via Zoom.

If you recently purchased a home, this workshop is an opportunity to gain practical information that can help you protect and maintain your investment.

🔗 Register here: https://tinyurl.com/fwhoppsignups

For more information, email [email protected] or call (713) 674-0175.

Please share this information with a new homeowner who may benefit from the workshop.

09/01/2026

WEATHER CLOSURE | Tuesday, Sept. 1

Due to Tropical Storm Edouard and the potential for street and flash flooding, the Fifth Ward Community Redevelopment Corporation office will be closed today, Tuesday, Sept. 1.

We encourage our 5th Ward community, neighbors, and partners to stay weather aware, avoid flooded roadways, and take the necessary precautions to stay safe.

Our team will continue to monitor email during the closure. If you need to reach us, please email [email protected], and we will respond as quickly as possible.

Please stay safe and weather aware today.

09/01/2026

Please take precautions and stay off roads.

08/31/2026

08/26/2026

Are you working to strengthen the Fifth Ward community? Grant funding of up to $10,000 may be available to support your work!

The Fifth Ward Community Investment Fund (CIF) Grant Program is officially LIVE, and we’re hosting our first Grant Application Information Session TODAY.

📅 Wednesday, August 26 | 2:00–3:30 PM
📍 The DeLUXE Theater | 3303 Lyons Avenue

Prospective applicants will learn about the grant program, eligibility requirements, funding priorities and application process, with an opportunity to ask questions.

Cycle 1 will focus on Workforce Development and Small Business Support.

Can’t attend today? Virtual information sessions begin tomorrow, August 27, with multiple dates available through October.

🎟️ Register for today’s in-person session:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/community-investment-fund-grant-program-in-person-information-session-tickets-1998453974635

💻 Register for a virtual information session:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/community-investment-fund-grant-program-virtual-information-session-tickets-1998454781047

💰 Apply for the Community Investment Fund Grant:
https://fifthwardcrc.submittable.com/

Applications are open through October 27.

Please share this opportunity with Fifth Ward businesses, organizations, community leaders and residents who may benefit.

Let’s get this funding into the community.

08/25/2026

Are you clear on the difference between a trust and a will?

There’s still time to register! Join Fifth Ward CRC TODAY from 12–1 p.m. for our FREE virtual Lunch N’ Learn focused on “The Difference Between Trust and Will.”

Guest speaker Élan Moore Jones, Staff Attorney with the Earl Carl Institute, will help participants better understand these important estate-planning tools and how they can help you plan for your family, property, and legacy.

📅 TODAY — Wednesday, August 26
⏰ 12–1 p.m.
💻 Virtual Webinar
💲 FREE

➡️ Register now: rb.gy/3nfu8y

Grab your lunch and join us! Please share this opportunity with family, friends, and neighbors who could benefit from this important information.

08/24/2026

We’re honored. Fifth Ward Community Redevelopment Corporation has been named a semi-finalist for the Mickey Leland Public Leadership Award as part of the Greater Houston Black Chamber’s 29th Annual Pinnacle Awards & Gala.

We’re proud to be recognized for our commitment to strengthening Houston’s historic Fifth Ward!

📅 Pinnacle Kickoff Reception: August 31, 2026
🏆 29th Annual Pinnacle Awards & Gala: November 14, 2026

Learn more and purchase tickets at www.ghbcc.com/Pinnacle2026.