I am often asked why I do this work and why I am so passionate about building homes in urban and marginalized communities. My answer is simple: I firmly believe that every person, regardless of creed, color, nationality, or income, deserves to live in a community free from blight, disinvestment, and systemic poverty. With this principle at the heart of our mission, Beulah Land Development Corporation (BLDC) was founded to improve the economic and social conditions of New Haven—specifically through the creation of vibrant, sustainable neighborhoods where homeownership and permanent housing are accessible to underserved communities.

What makes BLDC unique is our commitment to operating from a faith-based perspective in every aspect of our work. Since our inception 30 years ago, BLDC has been instrumental in transforming the Dixwell community into a revitalized area that reflects both renewed housing and a thriving culture where families can live, work, and play. Our efforts have created a community of choice for those who have long been overlooked.

Through these revitalization efforts, BLDC has played a critical role in ensuring that the families and residents of historically distressed neighborhoods are not left behind as New Haven grows and prospers. We take pride in our approach, one that is deeply rooted in community engagement, and where we lead by example as a hands-on, stakeholder-driven organization.