Jim and Patty Rouse

Congratulations to the 2008 Jim and Patty Rouse Award Winner!

Lawrence Community Works, Lawrence, Massachusetts
“A Community Network, Powered by People”
Lawrence CommunityWorks is "dedicated to the sustained revitalization of Lawrence through the creation of a growing network of residents and stakeholders who are building family and community assets, providing each other with mutual support, and engaging in collective action to rebuild the city."
Read the case study (PDF, 29K)

Program Overview
Established in 2002 to honor Enterprise’s founders, the Jim and Patty Rouse Award celebrates the important work being done by community-based and regional nonprofit organizations and eligible Tribal entities that engage in affordable housing development and comprehensive community revitalization. The award is sponsored by Enterprise’s Network Advisory Board, a 24-member panel of leaders in the affordable housing and community development industry.

An award of $10,000 (in unrestricted funds) is presented to a member of the Enterprise Network who develops and provides quality affordable housing and has a strong record of strategic planning and community building and excellent resident and community services. The winner also receives publicity via a press release and case study.

Award Review Process

Past winners

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