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Project for Pride In Living
Project for Pride in Living (PPL) was founded in 1972 by former priest and social justice advocate Joe Selvaggio to create affordable housing and
revitalize central Minneapolis. PPL's mission is to build the hope, assets, and self-reliance
of individuals and families who have lower incomes by providing transformative affordable housing and career readiness services. PPL strives to be an
equitable and inclusive organization committed to elevating the voices of the communities we serve that are disproportionately affected by systemic
inequities.
revitalize central Minneapolis. PPL's mission is to build the hope, assets, and self-reliance
of individuals and families who have lower incomes by providing transformative affordable housing and career readiness services. PPL strives to be an
equitable and inclusive organization committed to elevating the voices of the communities we serve that are disproportionately affected by systemic
inequities.
Purpose
For over 50 years, PPL has helped nearly 7,000 individuals and families in the Twin Cities move into affordable housing, earn higher incomes, improve
their academic skills, and gain economic independence each year.
their academic skills, and gain economic independence each year.
Vision
PPL envisions safe, resilient, and equitable communities across the Twin Cities.
Mission
PPL Builds the hope, assets, and self-reliance of individuals and families who have lower incomes by providing transformative affordable housing and
career readiness services.
career readiness services.
Additional Culture Details
PPL strives to be an equitable and inclusive organization committed to elevating the voices of the communities we serve that are disproportionately
affected by systemic inequities.
affected by systemic inequities.
Values
- Race Equity
- Elevating community voice and modeling equity-driven practices as an intentional approach to community development.