The Pillars of GHC
Our teams are the pillars that support you and your housing needs.
The ‘911’ of Housing in Greensboro
Greensboro Housing Coalition (GHC) is considered by many as the “911” of housing in Greensboro. We are a small but mighty people-powered organization that has been serving the Greensboro community for 37 years. We are ADVOCATES for fair, safe, healthy, and affordable housing for low-to-moderate income residents.
Our Impact
For over 37 years, GHC has been a staple in the Greensboro community for housing solutions.
Our community impact since 2020:
145k+
Housing Hotline calls handled
7.7K+
Households Served
800+
Healthy Homes inspections completed
300+
Community engagement events hosted
$5.7M
emergency rent and utility relief provided
Homeless/Rental Counseling
2026/2027 Impact: 4,100+ unique people impacted annually.
At GHC, our HUD-Certified Housing Counselors offer free housing counseling services dedicate
to assisting those experiencing chronic homelessness or struggling to maintain and improve
their current living situation. Our Homeless/Rental Counseling Team works with you to locate
affordable or supportive housing options tailored to fit your needs, providing a lifeline during
tough times.
GHC services provided:
- Housing Hotline
- A real-time assistance telephone line and monitored email to respond promptly to general, urgent and emergency housing issues
- Triage and connect callers to appropriate services or referrals based on their situation.
- Housing Counseling
- Perform Intake services to determine the overall scope of housing needs
- Offer personalized counseling for housing-related topics and questions
- Housing Searches
- Conduct and provide personalized housing searches based on client preferences
- Shelter Information
- Provide clients with listings and contact information of existing emergency shelters
- ETAP (Emergency Tenant Assistance Program)
- Support transition to ‘new’ housing for tenants facing displacement (e.g., due to fire, condemnation, or unsafe conditions); with relocation guidance
- Education & Referrals
- Provide education on tenant and landlord rights, housing resources, and the evictions process
- Connect individuals to legal aid, partner and community organizations and rent/utility assistance, if available
- Refer clients to available housing opportunities (e.g., Partnership Village)
With guidance and resources just a call away, there is hope for better days and a brighter
future. If you or someone you know is in need of housing assistance, don’t wait—reach out to
GHC on the Housing Hotline at 336.691.9521. Together, we will start your Intake and then begin
to take the next steps towards more stable and secure housing for you and your family.
Our Housing Hotline serves as the first point of contact for Greensboro residents seeking rental counseling, payment of housing expenses in arrears, or those facing immediate homelessness. Whether you are at the point of eviction or currently living in a vehicle, GHC provides a listening ear combined with valuable information and available community resources to stabilize your housing situation.
Healthy Homes
2026/2027 Impact: 500+ people impacted annually.
Is your home sick? Everyone deserves a home that’s healthy, safe, and supports their well-being
for all in the household. At GHC, our Healthy Homes Team is committed to helping residents
address health and safety hazards in their living environments.
GHC services provided:
- Home Assessments & Inspections
- Overall HQS Home Inspection
- HUD-certified for all systems in the home
- Rental Lease Review
- Offer a review of the tenant’s lease based on topics raised by the tenant
- Landlord/Tenant Mediation
- Mediation with landlords, property managers, and/or maintenance personnel to resolve tenant issues
- Partner with Community/Government Organizations for Action
- Leverage relationships with neighborhood organizations, the City of Greensboro, Guilford County, and Legal Aid to assist with resolving our clients housing needs
- Green Cleaning Kits
- Source, create, and distribute healthy cleaning kits for use by our Intake clients in need
- Provide instructions and recipes for using the products included in the ‘Green Cleaning Kits’
- Education & Workshops
- Provide education and workshops to promote and healthy housekeeping and “Green Cleaning”
By addressing these community issues, we strive to improve not just the condition of your
home, but also your overall quality of life. If your living space is not supporting your health or
safety, do not hesitate to reach out to the Housing Hotline at 336.691.9521. Together, we can
work toward a healthier, safer future for you and your family.
GHC is dedicated to ensuring that “affordable housing” is also “healthy housing.” We conduct over 300 HQS home inspections and environmental housing assessments each year to identify health hazards in the home. To empower families further, we strive to distribute over 200 self-sourced Green Cleaning Kits annually, helping residents maintain a safe and toxin-free living environment.
Mass Displacement Coordination & Assistance
2026/2027 Impact: 348+ people assisted in the first 6 months of 2026.
In partnership and collaboration with the City of Greensboro, Greensboro Housing Coalition has been selected to provide emergency housing and relocation assistance to households affected by mass displacement events.
GHC delivers immediate information, resources, and services to impacted residents when the Mass Housing Displacement Program (MHDP) is triggered by the City Council or City Manager’s Office. We stand ready to provide:
- Emergency hotel/motel housing coordination.
- Food replacement resources.
- Navigation toward permanent, stable housing solutions.
Community Engagement
2026/2027 Impact: 500+ people impacted through Resource Fairs and Advocacy.
Real, lasting change requires collective action and a united voice. The Community Engagement
Team at GHC is actively engaged in community outreach and advocacy to address systemic
issues that impact our neighborhoods and make attaining and retaining a home more
challenging.
GHC services provided:
- Neighborhood Engagement & Activation
- Partner with local groups to solve housing issues in their neighborhoods
- Assist communities in responding to mass displacement and housing emergencies
- Partnerships & Collaborations
- Support initiatives such as Collaborative Cottage Grove and Bingham Park Environmental Justice Team
- Advocacy/Speaker Series
- Developing NEW workshops designed to highlight relevant housing topics using internal and external speakers
- Create spaces for learning, networking, and planning better housing solutions (e.g. Build partnerships with residents, service providers, and other organizations)
- Housing & Non-Housing Resource Referrals
- Share housing resources at community events
- Share available resources and events on other household needs such as food, clothing, supplies, etc.
- Canvassing & Tabling
- Connect with canvassing, tabling to engage with clients and prospective clients at community events
- Community Workshops
- Partner with neighborhoods and communities to sponsor housing and community building events and activities
Through events, workshops, and a wealth of resources, we create spaces where community
members can better understand housing issues and discover tools to take action. Whether it’s
learning about tenant rights, developing financial skills, or connecting with local housing
programs, our initiatives aim to provide practical solutions that make a real difference.
Join us in making your voice heard. strengthening our neighborhoods and expanding your
knowledge about housing in our community. Explore our upcoming events, attend the
Advocacy Series, and take advantage of our non-housing resources today. Call the Housing
Hotline at 336.691.9521 today and together we can create lasting change!
We convene need-based Resource Fairs to provide our clients with real-world solutions from critical partners, including NC Legal Aid, Family Service of the Piedmont, and the Greensboro Housing Authority.
Environmental Justice Success: GHC coordinated the Environmental Justice Team (EJT) regarding the 13-acre Bingham Park/Hampton School site. This community-led effort resulted in a 2026 City Council commitment to a multi-year plan for full environmental remediation of the park and school areas.
