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.