Community Partners for Affordable Housing

What Community Partners for Affordable Housing does

Community Partners for Affordable Housing (CPAH) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1992-1993 in Tigard, Oregon, that develops, owns, and operates affordable rental housing across Multnomah and Washington Counties in the Portland metro area. The organization manages 12 apartment communities comprising 642 housing units plus six single-family homes, serving more than 1,000 residents and reporting over 2,500 lives positively impacted. Its portfolio includes general affordable housing for households at 30%-60% of Area Median Income (AMI), permanent supportive housing for formerly homeless individuals (notably The Joyce, a 66-unit conversion in downtown Portland), and senior housing under the Thriving in Place program.

CPAH's operating model integrates three functions that are typically separated in the affordable housing ecosystem: real estate development, long-term property management, and on-site resident services. Resident services encompass youth programming, leadership development through the Resident Advisory Committee, community-building, eviction prevention, and case management delivered through partnerships with Cascadia Behavioral Health, Cascade AIDS Project, Native American Rehabilitation Association NW, HAKI Community Services, Urban League, Community Action, and New Narrative. Approximately 30% of apartments in new projects are set aside for formerly homeless individuals.

Revenue is generated through a layered capital stack typical of mission-driven affordable housing developers: below-market rental income from regulated units, government grants and service contracts (Metro Housing Bond, Metro Supportive Housing Services Levy, Portland Housing Bureau, Oregon Housing and Community Services, Multnomah County, Home Forward Section 8, Joint Office of Homeless Services), Low-Income Housing Tax Credit equity (syndicated via Red Stone Equity Partners), senior and construction debt (Columbia Bank, Umpqua Bank), and philanthropic contributions (Meyer Memorial Trust, individual donors, annual HomeWord Bound fundraiser). CPAH has an active development pipeline of 265 additional units across Jamii Court, Woodland Hearth, and Meadowlark Place. Executive Director Rachael Duke has led the organization since 2015 and overseen a doubling of staff during her tenure.

Name

Community Partners for Affordable Housing

Legal name

Community Partners for Affordable Housing

Website

https://cpahoregon.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Community Partners for Affordable Housing (CPAH) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1993 that develops, owns, and operates 642+ units of affordable rental housing across Portland, Beaverton, Tigard, Tualatin, and Hillsdale, Oregon, serving low-income families, seniors, and formerly homeless individuals with integrated resident services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Affordable Housing Services

NAICS

Lessors of Residential Buildings and Dwellings (531110), Lessors of Residential Buildings and Dwellings (53111), Other Residential Care Facilities (623990), Rental and Leasing Services (532)

SIC

Operators Of Apartment Buildings (6513), Services-To Dwellings & Other Buildings (7340), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Affordable & Subsidized Housing Property Management (LIHTC, Section 8) (BPAJAFAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Affordable Housing & Community Development (Housing, Community Land Trusts) (BPAGALAC), Affordable Housing Property Management (BPAJAGAJ)

Keywords

• Affordable housing development
• Permanent supportive housing
• Low-income housing tax credits
• Resident services programs
• Nonprofit housing operator

Headquarters

HQ city

Portland

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Affordable Housing Rental Income: Revenue from renting affordable housing units to qualifying residents at below-market rates set by income guidelines (typically 30%-60% AMI).
2. Government Funding and Grants: Funding from government sources including Metro Housing Bond, Metro Supportive Housing Services Levy, Portland Housing Bureau, Oregon Housing and Community Services, and Multnomah County.
3. Tax Credit Programs: Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program which is described as 'the engine that pulls along 90% of the nation's affordable housing development.' Combined with Section 8 to provide lower rents.
4. Donations and Charitable Contributions: Individual donations, foundation support (Meyer Memorial Trust mentioned), and community fundraising events like HomeWord Bound fundraiser.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

CPAH develops, owns, and operates affordable rental housing communities across Multnomah and Washington Counties in Oregon, providing subsidized homes for low-income families, seniors, and formerly homeless individuals. The organization integrates property management with on-site supportive resident services, including youth programming, senior supportive services, community building, leadership development, and housing stability and eviction prevention services. Its portfolio spans 12 apartment communities plus six single-family homes (over 600 units), with additional new developments in the pipeline targeting families, seniors, and supportive housing.

Product overview

Community Partners for Affordable Housing (CPAH) is a non-profit affordable housing developer and operator offering a portfolio of housing communities and resident services. The organization manages 12 apartment communities with over 600 homes plus six single-family homes across Multnomah and Washington County, Oregon. CPAH's portfolio includes both general affordable housing communities (such as Cedar Grove, Greenburg Oaks, Metzger Park, Plambeck Gardens, Spencer House, Oleson Woods, Red Rock Creek Commons, The Barcelona, The Knoll at Tigard, The Watershed at Hillsdale, and Village at Washington Square) and permanent supportive housing (The Joyce, which serves 66 formerly homeless individuals). The organization also has new developments in the pipeline including Woodland Hearth (63 units in Tigard), Jamii Court (98 units in Portland), and Meadowlark Place (104 senior units in Beaverton). Beyond housing, CPAH provides comprehensive resident services including youth programming, Thriving in Place senior services, leadership development through the Resident Advisory Committee, community building activities, and housing stability/eviction prevention services. CPAH integrates property management with on-site supportive services to create stable housing communities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Cedar Grove 44-unit affordable housing community in Beaverton featuring family-sized units and on-site resident services for households at various income levels, including community spaces and amenities.
• Greenburg Oaks Affordable housing community in Tigard serving households at various income levels with on-site resident services and community programming.
• Metzger Park Affordable housing community in Tigard providing homes for residents with access to resident services and community-building activities.
• Plambeck Gardens Affordable housing community in Tualatin developed in partnership with the Plambeck family, providing homes with on-site supportive services including for residents exiting homelessness.
• Spencer House Affordable housing community in Beaverton serving residents with on-site resident services and community support programs.
• Oleson Woods Affordable housing community in Tigard with wetland restoration features, providing homes for families with on-site resident services. Currently undergoing rehabilitation with Preservation Pool funding from OHCS.
• Red Rock Creek Commons Affordable housing community in Tigard offering homes for families and individuals, including units set aside for formerly homeless residents with on-site supportive services provided in partnership with service agencies.
• The Barcelona Affordable housing community in Beaverton providing homes for residents with access to community services and resident programming.
• The Joyce 66-unit historic building renovation in downtown Portland providing single room occupancy permanent supportive housing for formerly homeless individuals, with on-site supportive services, wellness activities, care coordination, and crisis intervention in partnership with Cascadia Behavioral Health, Cascade AIDS Project, and Native American Rehabilitation Association NW.
• The Knoll at Tigard Affordable housing community in Tigard serving residents with on-site resident services and community amenities.
• The Watershed at Hillsdale Affordable housing community in Hillsdale providing homes for residents with access to community services and programming.
• Village at Washington Square Affordable housing community providing homes for residents with on-site resident services and community support.
• Youth Programming Resident services and programming including after-school programs, summer programming, homework club, annual backpacks and school supplies distribution, and winter coat drives for children and youth living at CPAH properties.
• Thriving in Place Program helping residents aged 55 and older live independently as long as possible through supportive services and resources tailored to seniors.
• Leadership Development (Resident Advisory Committee) Resident Advisory Committee (RAC) program established in 2017 that represents resident voices, creates leadership opportunities for residents, and coordinates building activities and service priorities.
• Community Building Community-building activities coordinated at each housing site, bringing residents together, providing community space, and supporting a broader network of resident connections and community engagement.
• Housing Stability and Eviction Prevention Services Services connecting residents with housing stabilization assistance to keep them safe in their housing and avoid evictions, including rental assistance and support services.

Quantifiable outcome

• 642 affordable homes managed across 12 communities
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Cascadia Behavioral HealthcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 February 2022Service partner providing supportive services at The Joyce property. Cascadia offers wellness activities, care coordination, and crisis intervention for formerly homeless residents.
• Cascade AIDS ProjectcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 February 2022Service partner at The Joyce providing supportive services for LGBTQ+ community members.
• Native American Rehabilitation Association NWcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 February 2022Service partner providing culturally-specific supportive services at The Joyce for Native American residents.
• HAKI Community ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for Jamii Court development; will provide resident services and lead outreach efforts for the 98-unit family housing development.
• Urban LeaguecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for Jamii Court providing case management and Supportive Housing services for families.
• New NarrativeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMental health services provider working with residents at Red Rock Creek Commons, helping connect residents with case management services.
• Community ActioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner providing on-site supportive housing services for residents at Plambeck Gardens.
• Here TogetherminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization that helped promote Housing Forum event and managed Q&A session.
• Bremik ConstructionminorOthersGeneral contractor for The Joyce construction project.
• Homebuilders FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner helping with wetland restoration at Oleson Woods property during rehabilitation.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Innova (formerly Innovative Housing Inc.): Portland nonprofit providing permanent supportive housing and integrated behavioral health services for people experiencing homelessness; comparable PSH operating model and resident population overlap.
• REACH Community Development: Portland-based 501(c)(3) affordable housing developer and operator with a comparable model of developing, owning, and managing multifamily affordable housing in the Portland metro area, often using LIHTC and Metro bond financing.
• Habitat for Humanity Portland Region: Portland-area nonprofit developing and stewarding affordable and homeownership housing for low-income households, with a similar mix of new construction, rehabilitation, and resident support services.
• Northwest Housing Alternatives: Oregon-based nonprofit affordable housing developer and service provider operating multifamily communities and supportive housing across the Portland metro, with a comparable integrated development-plus-services model.
• JOIN (Portland): Portland nonprofit focused on housing placement, eviction prevention, and supportive housing for people experiencing homelessness; overlapping with CPAH's housing stability and Aloha Inn PSH operations.
• Catholic Charities of Oregon: Oregon social services nonprofit providing affordable housing, supportive housing, and resident services — a direct functional peer in combining housing development with social services across the same geography.

Broad incumbents

• Home Forward: Multnomah County's housing authority and the largest provider of affordable housing in the Portland region; a major CPAH partner (Section 8 vouchers) and a broader portfolio operator with regulatory authority that exceeds CPAH's.
• BRIDGE Housing: Large West Coast nonprofit affordable housing developer and operator with a comparable LIHTC-driven development model and integration of resident services, but operating at significantly greater geographic scale than CPAH.
• Mercy Housing: National nonprofit affordable housing developer/operator combining LIHTC development with resident services across multiple states; comparable integrated model but at materially larger scale than CPAH.

Others

• Cascadia Behavioral Health: Core CPAH service partner at The Joyce providing on-site behavioral health, wellness, and case management for formerly homeless residents; an enabling/ecosystem partner rather than a direct housing competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCj4c5a93e6a2d9e8b3f5c8a1
• Xx.com/cpahoregon
• Facebookfacebook.com/cpahoregon
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/community-partners-for-affordable-housing-oregon

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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