A safe place for Indy’s un-homed population is on the horizon.
What
Circle City Village — a neighborhood of tiny homes on the city’s west side — has been an idea since 2016. The village was inspired by successful projects in other cities, such as Eugene, OR, Austin, TX + Madison, WI.
In an interview with WTHR, CCV’s Leon Longard said, “Where we are as a society only increases as we are able to bring the people who are most marginalized up to a place of experiencing human dignity.”
Where
Lynhurst Baptist Church owns the 1.64-acre lot at 1318 S. Lynhurst Dr. where 18 homes with plumbing are planned to be built. The area was chosen due to its access to public transit, public utilities + size.
Who
CCV is comprised of a collective that includes:
- Those who are formerly homeless
- Pastors
- Social workers
- Architects
- Mental health caretakers
- Bankers
- Retirees
- Substance use recovery specialists
When
Here’s where you come in. If you’re interested in being a part of this project, there are opportunities to donate + volunteer.
Circle City Village has a goal of raising $200,000 by Wed., June 1. You can contribute monetary or in-kind donations for building materials + volunteer labor. To learn more about what you can give, contact the Village.
CCV hopes to break ground by the end of the year, depending on if they reach their fundraising goal.
