About the Housing Opportunities Collaborative

What We Do

 

Due to an extremely expensive rental market in Fairfax, it is challenging, if not nearly impossible, for the individuals and families we work with to locate safe, stable, and affordable housing that fits their budget. On top of that, the stigma of homelessness creates additional challenges when looking for housing. The Collaborative is designed to meet these needs by assisting in the recruitment of landlord partners in the community who are willing to rent to our clients. In exchange, the Collaborative offers an incentive program and other supports to help make the partnership effective.

For information about the Housing Opportunities Collaborative landlord services offered, send an e-mail to:  HOC@Cornerstonesva.org

The Collaborative is also focused on providing training and professional development opportunities to frontline staff who work with individuals and families experiencing homelessness, understanding that it is only with strong, educated, and fully equipped frontline staff that the challenging job of ending homelessness will be realized.

 

Who We Are

John Bobby

Manager, Housing Opportunities Collaborative

John recently retired from Freddie Mac after 33 years.  He successfully managed various processes such as risk management, mortgage purchase and structured transactions.   He volunteered for many Cornerstone activities including training clients on budgeting and food drives.  John has in depth experience in all aspects of property management.

As the manager of the Housing Opportunities Collaborative, John leads efforts to establish relationships with landlords and other permanent housing providers for the explicit purpose of increasing housing opportunities for people who are homeless and at risk of being homeless.