Father's House Oroville: Community Land Trust

AFFORDABLE HOUSING &
HOMEOWNERSHIP FOR ALL

The Father’s House Oroville Community Land Trust (CLT) is a non-profit that transforms our communities by partnering with community members, residents, investors, institutions and real estate developers to bring affordable housing and increased affordable homeownership opportunities to residents. We keep housing affordable by owning the land and putting limits on the values landlords can rent homes and apartments for, as well as working with impact-focused mortgage lenders and grant-givers, so that low-income residents have long-term housing stability, lease-to-own options, a voting voice on what goes on in their community, and access to financial, business and wellness support.

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BENEFITS

Universal Member Benefits:

May vote on CLT board changes and nominate potential board members
May participate in training programs, such as credit and vocational skills, and participate in workforce opportunities created through our partners and developments
First notice on housing availability and funding for programs including new innovative housing such as tiny homes, loan forgiveness programs, etc.
Participate in uplifting your community, experience deeper fellowship and relationship, and greater sense of belonging and purpose

Resident-Only Member Benefits:

All of the universal member benefits as well access to new affordable rental, homeownership and lease-option opportunities. All residents on CLT-owned property are considered resident members.

Membership cost:
$100 annually or 4 hours of annual volunteer service

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Funding & Development

Funding comes from public and private funders, donors, and joint ventures with developers and property owners. Funders support property acquisition, development, overhead, and essential programs like credit and homeowner training, loan forbearance and education.

Father’s House Oroville Community Land Trust has hired CMG Revival Partners as its asset manager. Partnering with CMG allows us to launch hands-on community development financing vehicles such as the Q1 2025 launch of the Father’s House Restoration Opportunity Fund, designed to help investors obtain federal opportunity zone capital gains tax benefits (see data room below).

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Frequently Asked Questions

A Community Land Trust is a nonprofit organization that develops and stewards affordable housing and community assets for the benefit of the community. It aims to provide long-term affordable housing options and promote community development.

The CLT focuses on creating affordable housing, community programs, and sustainable development. It aims to empower low-income families and provide pathways to homeownership, stability, and community engagement.

The CLT will offer various housing options, including:

Standard rental opportunities for affordable housing.
Mortgage options for ownership within the community.
Lease-to-own programs that allow for affordable payments towards homeownership.

Developing sustainable affordable housing options and homeownership opportunity.
Creating community programs that support low to lower-income families and provide credit, homeownership and vocational skills training and job creation.
Building partnerships with local organizations and investors to enhance community development.
Ensuring long-term stability and growth for the Oroville community through effective management and investment strategies.

Membership is open to individuals who wish to support the CLT’s mission. To become a member, you need to pay an annual fee of $100 or contribute a minimum of four hours of volunteer service.

Members of the CLT will have voting rights, primarily concerning board member elections and other significant decisions. Each member’s vote is equal, and there is no cap on the number of members.

While membership is generally open, the board reserves the right to refuse membership based on specific criteria, particularly if a member engages in egregious behavior.

The CLT will seek funding through various sources, including grants, donations, and investments. It aims to attract both local and institutional investors interested in community development.

In the event that the president is unable to continue, the board will appoint a new president. The board is responsible for the overall governance of the CLT.

Yes, the CLT can apply for grants to support its programs and initiatives. These funds can be used for community development, affordable housing, and other related projects.

The CLT will maintain transparency through regular meetings and updates to its members. The board will be responsible for setting policies and ensuring that the CLT meets its goals and mandates.

The Board of Trustees is responsible for governance, including making decisions about investments, housing developments, and overall strategic direction. Members will have the opportunity to nominate and elect board members. Our founding Board has 150+ years of experience across real estate development and finance, community and economic development, civic advisory and engineering, investment banking, marketing, communications, and faith and non-profit advisory.

The CLT is committed to its mission and will work collaboratively to address challenges. The board and members will engage in open communication to navigate any obstacles that arise.

Yes, individuals from abroad can become members of the CLT, provided they meet the membership criteria, of which the criteria they could qualify under is being a community member of Father’s House Church internationally.

You can get involved by becoming a member, volunteering your time, or contributing financially. Additionally, you can participate in town hall meetings and provide input on community initiatives.

For more details, please fill out the form on this page and attend upcoming town hall meetings in person / virtually to learn more about its initiatives and how you can participate. Tune in to this page regularly for updates as well!

An Opportunity Zone (OZ) is a designated area that encourages investment and development through tax incentives. The program was established by the federal government to stimulate economic growth in underserved communities. Its goals include attracting private investment, creating jobs, and fostering sustainable development in these areas.

CMG (Conscious Markets Group) has a strong track record in community development and investment strategies. For detailed information about the leadership team and their backgrounds, please visit the CMG leadership page.

ABOUT FATHER’s HOUSE RESTORATION MINISTRIES

Father’s House Restoration and Steve Orsillo over the last 3+ decades helped transform the City of Oroville through clearing up over 150 tons of trash and building residential properties, faith-driven programs, and businesses such as Yoville Yogurt and the Lord’s Gym which’s sole mission are to provide financial sustainability to community-focused non-profit programs.

This includes over 100 beds of low-income housing, a food bank , a school of transformation for recovering addicts and those coming from trauma situations, a park for community festivals holding 30,000+ attendees annually, investing in micro-businesses and sustainability projects founded by community members such as horse mentoring program, community garden, farming, solar-powered water pumps, restoration sheds & more.