St Johns Housing Partnership

What St Johns Housing Partnership does

St Johns Housing Partnership (SJHP) is a 501c3 nonprofit founded in 1996 (some sources cite 1998) and headquartered at 525 West King Street, St. Augustine, Florida, that develops, preserves, and rehabilitates affordable housing for low- and moderate-income residents, the elderly, the disabled, and veterans in Northeast Florida. The organization operates four core service lines: a rehabilitation and emergency repair program, a no-cost Weatherization Assistance Program funded by the U.S. Department of Energy and serving St. Johns, Clay, and Putnam counties, a rental program of approximately 80 multi-family and single-family properties, and HUD-certified first-time homebuyer counseling paired with down payment assistance through Florida Housing Finance Corporation's HOP program. SJHP also develops and owns specialized properties including Patriot Place (six units of veteran housing with solar energy systems and FGBC Gold/Florida Water Star certification), Southern Villas (USDA-subsidized senior/disabled housing managed in partnership with Dimension One and the St. Johns Council on Aging), Theodore Apartments, and the recently added Pinewood Apartments in Green Cove Springs.

The underlying technology and construction approach centers on licensed-contractor execution under SJHP's own license, paired with Florida Green Building Coalition and Florida Water Star certification standards covering energy performance, water conservation, site conservation, moisture management, and disaster mitigation. Solar panel systems donated by Everybody Solar, JinkoSolar, and Synergy Solar have been integrated at Patriot Place, with new homes reporting projected electric bills under $100 per month. Distribution is handled through direct application (sjhp.org and (904) 824-0902), partner referrals from USDA, Florida Housing Finance Corporation, the St. Johns County Continuum of Care, and the Veterans Council, and the 904lease.com rental portal.

SJHP is supported entirely by grants, government funding, and individual and corporate contributions, with no private equity or venture capital ownership. Revenue streams include DOE, USDA, and SHIP government grants; rental income from ~80 properties; charitable donations from individuals, corporations, and private foundations (notably the Snodgrass Family Foundation and Vested Metals International); and one-time home sale revenue from new construction ($299,500-$305,000 per unit). The organization is led by founder and Executive Director Bill Lazar, supported by a staff of 51-100 and a board including Don Mullinax, Bryan McCloskey, Ruth Stinson, Ken McClain, and Irene Arriola, with disaster recovery operations led by Long-Term Recovery Coordinator Gina Birmingham.

Name

St Johns Housing Partnership

Legal name

St Johns Housing Partnership

Website

https://sjhp.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

St Johns Housing Partnership is a 501c3 nonprofit in St. Augustine, Florida that develops, rehabilitates, and manages affordable housing for low-income families, elderly, disabled residents, and veterans across Northeast Florida via rehab, weatherization, rental, and homebuyer programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Affordable Housing Development and Services

NAICS

Residential Building Construction (23611), New Multifamily Housing Construction (except For-Sale Builders) (236116), Other Community Housing Services (624229)

SIC

Operators Of Apartment Buildings (6513), General Bldg Contractors - Residential Bldgs (1520), Services-To Dwellings & Other Buildings (7340)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Housing & Social Housing Development/Modernization Programs (FSALAKAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Residential Affordable Housing Development & Construction (IMAFABAI), Public & Affordable Housing Programs (Subsidies, Vouchers, Public Housing) (BPAIANAA), Affordable/Subsidized Independent Living (HUD/LIHTC) Communities (HLADAAAB), Senior Living Property Management (BPAJAGAI)

Keywords

• Affordable housing development
• Home rehabilitation services
• Weatherization assistance program
• Affordable rental housing
• First-time homebuyer counseling

Headquarters

HQ city

Saint Augustine

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Government Grants and Funding: SJHP receives funding from government sources including the U.S. Department of Energy (weatherization program), USDA, and State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) program for both rehab and new construction efforts.
2. Rental Income: SJHP owns approximately 80 rental properties priced for those whose income does not keep up. Rental income comes from multi-family and single-family properties throughout St. Johns County.
3. Individual and Corporate Donations: As a 501c3 charitable organization, SJHP relies on private donations from individuals, community groups, and corporations. They leverage donations through long-standing partnerships that provide materials and volunteer labor.
4. Private Foundation Grants: SJHP receives grants from private foundations including the Snodgrass Family Foundation and others for specific projects and programs.
5. Home Sales Revenue: SJHP builds and sells affordable homes to first-time homebuyers. Recent homes sold for $299,500-$305,000 with Energy Star appliances and green certification.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

St Johns Housing Partnership is a nonprofit affordable housing organization that acquires, renovates, and builds affordable housing; repairs and weatherizes existing homes; rents approximately 80 income-restricted properties; and provides HUD-certified homebuyer counseling and down payment assistance. It also operates specialized housing developments including veteran housing (Patriot Place) and senior/disabled housing (Southern Villas) with green-certified, energy-efficient construction.

Product overview

St Johns Housing Partnership is a nonprofit affordable housing organization offering a portfolio of housing-related services and property developments. The core services include a Rehabilitation Program for home repairs and accessibility modifications, a Weatherization Assistance Program for energy efficiency improvements, Rental Programs across approximately 80 owned properties, and First-Time Homebuyer Assistance with HUD-certified counseling. The organization also develops and manages specific housing properties including Patriot Place (veterans housing), Theodore Apartments, Southern Villas (senior housing), and Pinewood Apartments. Additionally, SJHP produces the Affordable Housing Matters Podcast as an educational outreach initiative. These offerings work together to address the housing spectrum from repair and weatherization to rental, homeownership, and specialized veteran housing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Southern Villas: Affordable apartment community for seniors and the disabled in St. Augustine
• Patriot Place
• Theodore Apartments
• Pinewood Apartments

Products and services

• Rehabilitation Program Home repair and accessibility modification service for homeowners with limited resources in Northeast Florida, including walk-in showers, wheelchair ramps, and critical repairs for seniors on fixed incomes.
• Weatherization Assistance Program No-cost energy-efficiency improvements for qualified homeowners in St. Johns, Clay, and Putnam counties, including air leak sealing, insulation improvement, and building envelope enhancements to reduce energy consumption and improve indoor air quality. Funded by the U.S. Department of Energy.
• Rental Programs (Multi-Family and Single-Family) Approximately 80 owned rental properties priced affordably for low- and moderate-income working-class families throughout St. Johns County, including multi-family and single-family units.
• First-Time Homebuyer Assistance HUD-certified housing counseling and down payment assistance (HOP program via Florida Housing Finance Corporation) to help low-income families achieve homeownership of SJHP-built green-certified homes.
• Emergency Repair Program Urgent home repairs for deteriorating roofs, leaking pipes, unsafe floors, electrical issues, and mobility challenges for income-qualified homeowners in need.
• Patriot Place
• Theodore Apartments New affordable apartments in St. Augustine with six apartment homes, certified green by the Florida Green Building Coalition.
• Southern Villas Affordable apartment community in St. Augustine serving elderly and disabled residents. USDA-subsidized multifamily property managed by Dimension One, with on-site Services Coordinator Claudia Marcus from the St. Johns Council on Aging providing support services.
• Pinewood Apartments Affordable apartment community in Green Cove Springs recently added to SJHP's affordable portfolio.

Quantifiable outcome

• 200-250 homes served annually through weatherization and rehab programs
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

21 partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Keller Williams Realty Atlantic PartnerscoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 14 May 2026Keller Williams RED Day 2026 brought approximately 25 agents, staff, and volunteers to Southern Villas for community celebration including lunch, bingo, music, and fellowship. RED Day stands for Renew, Energize, and Donate - KW's annual global day of service.
• MountainStar PartnerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMountainStar Partners, a real estate investor and developer, collaborated with SJHP on Patriot Place - a six-unit development for at-risk and homeless veterans. MountainStar committed over $500,000 for land acquisition and construction costs. CEO Chris Lazzara stated: 'Local veterans and heroes deserve our respect and Patriot Place is just one way we honor their service.'
• Everybody SolarcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEverybody Solar donated complete solar panel systems for Patriot Place to reduce energy costs for homeless veterans. Executive Director Myriam Scally stated: 'We are excited to partner with SJHP to help both their operations and support veterans.'
• JinkoSolarcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJinkoSolar donated solar panel systems for Patriot Place as part of the solar energy initiative to reduce operational costs and provide renewable energy for veterans.
• Synergy SolarcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSynergy Solar donated solar panel systems for Patriot Place as part of the solar energy initiative for the veteran housing development.
• UF Health Flagler Health+coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFlagler Health+ (now UF Health St. Johns) partnered on Patriot Place through Care Connect+ social health program linking veterans with resources like safe housing, food pantries, counseling services, workplace readiness, and transportation. The balance of veteran rent is subsidized through Flagler CareConnect.
• World Island BuilderscoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerRobert Marshall of World Island Builders served as the builder for Patriot Place, constructing the six-unit veteran housing complex at 79 Masters Drive in St. Augustine.
• St. Johns CountycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSt. Johns County collaborated on Patriot Place, marking the first time a density credit exchange for low-income housing was created and housing delivered to the community. County Commissioners Roy Alaimo and Henry Dean helped make Patriot Place reality. County Development Services Director Suzanne Konchan conceived the original idea.
• Florida Green Building CoalitioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFGBC certified Patriot Place as 'Florida Green' with Gold Certification. FGBC certifying agents Bill Kachman and Ralph Locke, both military veterans, waived their fee and volunteered their time. FGBC is the state's leading certifier of green projects.
• Florida Housing CoalitioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKody Glazer, Chief Legal and Policy Director of Florida Housing Coalition, appeared on the Affordable Housing Matters podcast. The Coalition provides technical and legal assistance to local governments and community organizations on housing-related issues including inclusionary housing policies and community land trusts.
• Brotherhood of St. Andrew (Trinity Episcopal Parish)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerKnown as the 'Ramp Squad,' this volunteer group has built approaching 300 wheelchair ramps for the elderly, disabled, and veterans since building their first ramp in October 1998. They take on 10-12 ramps per year, with members ranging from ages 10 to 88.
• Creekside High Engineering ClubcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerKevin Davenport's Creekside High Engineering Club has been volunteering with SJHP for 14 years, building ramps and helping rehab homes. The club's 'Live Generously' shirt-wearing students gain firsthand construction experience while making a difference in the community.
• Bartram Trail RotarycoreGTM or Marketing PartnerBartram Trail Rotary partners with SJHP on community projects including building wheelchair ramps and decks for disabled veterans. President Jose Gavarrette stated: 'Giving back to the community is a big part of what we do in Rotary.'
• Builders CarecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerBuilders Care partners with SJHP on volunteer projects helping elderly, disabled, and veterans with home repairs and modifications.
• Vested Metals InternationalcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerVested Metals International, a specialty metals and steels supplier, held a charity golf tournament raising $8,414 for SJHP in honor of colleague John Mark Leach. The company has been a strong supporter through active volunteerism on SJHP projects and aims to raise and donate $1 million to local charities over 10 years.
• Home DepotcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerHome Depot Store #6334 has donated materials and support for SJHP projects including Patriot Place and Make a Difference Day volunteer events.
• UF/IFAS Extension St. Johns County Master Gardener ProgramcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMaster Gardener volunteers spearheaded and supervised Patriot Place landscaping, providing expertise in design and Florida-Friendly landscape principles. They helped preserve a mature live oak on the property.
• St. Johns Council on AgingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCOA partners with SJHP at Southern Villas, providing on-site Services Coordinator Claudia Marcus who helps residents navigate issues ranging from technology to Medicaid, transportation, food stamps, and scam prevention. COA celebrated 50 years of service in 2024.
• Dimension OnecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDimension One is the on-site property management company for Southern Villas, accepting applications, maintaining the property, and keeping a long waiting list for the affordable housing community.
• St. Johns County VOAD/LTROcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSt. Johns County Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster and Long-Term Recovery Organization (48 organizations) coordinates disaster response and recovery efforts. Gina Birmingham serves as Long-Term Recovery Coordinator at SJHP, helping coordinate volunteers, donated goods, and financial resources during disaster response and recovery.
• Florida Power & Light (FPL)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerFPL volunteers (20+ volunteers) participated in Power to Care Day, painting exterior and landscaping for a senior SJHP homeowner. The 16-year-old program exemplifies FPL's dedication to empowering communities.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Mercy Housing: Large national nonprofit affordable housing developer and operator serving low-income families, seniors, and persons with disabilities. Comparable nonprofit-owned rental model, mixed-population developments, and HUD/LIHTC financing approach.
• Ability Housing: Florida-based nonprofit housing developer operating affordable rental communities for special needs, elderly, and homeless populations. Geographic and mission overlap with SJHP's Patriot Place and Southern Villas, including similar LIHTC/USDA-financed multifamily model.
• Habitat for Humanity: National nonprofit that builds, rehabilitates, and repairs affordable homes for low-income families, with affiliate offices running similar weatherization, rehab, and first-time homebuyer programs to SJHP. Closest large-scale analog in mission, volunteer-driven construction model, and affordable home sales.
• Rebuilding Together: National nonprofit focused on home rehabilitation, accessibility modifications, and energy-efficiency repairs for low-income homeowners and veterans. Directly comparable to SJHP's rehab program, ramp-building, and emergency repair services delivered via volunteer crews.
• Self-Help Enterprises: California-based nonprofit providing affordable housing development, homeownership programs, weatherization, and rehab services in rural and small-city markets. Closely parallels SJHP's Repair-Rent-Buy structure and self-help/rehab deployment model.

Broad incumbents

• Enterprise Community Partners: National nonprofit that invests, develops, and advocates for affordable housing with financing programs for local developers. SJHP's SHIP/USDA/HOP financing stack mirrors the LIHTC and subsidy tools Enterprise deploys, though Enterprise primarily operates as an intermediary funder rather than direct developer.
• The Salvation Army: Large national faith-based nonprofit providing emergency housing, transitional housing, and disaster recovery services. Comparable disaster recovery coordination and veteran/senior support overlap, though housing is one component of a much broader social services portfolio.
• Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC): National CDFI that finances and supports local nonprofit developers of affordable housing. Similar reliance on SHIP/public funding stack and rehab/new construction pipeline that SJHP uses, but LISC primarily acts as capital provider and capacity builder.
• Volunteers of America: National nonprofit with a broad services portfolio including supportive and affordable housing, veteran services, and community programs. Comparable veteran housing/recovery and senior housing offerings, but operating at much larger scale across many services beyond housing.

Regional players

• Northeast Florida Community Action Agency: Regional community action agency serving low-income households across the same Northeast Florida footprint as SJHP, with overlapping weatherization, housing counseling, and emergency assistance programs. Most direct local peer to SJHP's weatherization and HUD counseling services.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCyNsuilLExAsVexSrUGr4lA
• Facebookfacebook.com/StJohnsHousingPartnership
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/st-johns-housing-partnership

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles17 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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