Westside Housing Organization, Inc. (Westside Housing) was founded in 1973 and is the only community development corporation in Kansas City, Missouri that includes a significant focus on serving the Latino community.  Since its inception, WHO has served residents of the Westside and affiliated neighborhoods with direct investment of more than $35 million dollars through the following key program areas:

1. Affordable, quality housing and real estate development that creates welcomed housing and economic development opportunities in diverse neighborhoods. 
2. Property and asset management that provides housing opportunities affordable for working families and preserves the properties as assets in their communities.
3. Community services and organizing with a focus on safety, block-level goal setting and leadership, where residents take charge and create sustainable change on their own streets.
4. Homeowner resources, through the Home Improvement Program, that helps individuals make needed improvements to their homes and address codes issues, creating a better quality of life for everyone on the block.

Originally rooted on the Westside, Westside Housing has grown to serve many additional neighborhoods over the years, never straying from its focus on the residents and the individuality of each community it serves.  With strong partnerships, a cadre of resources and education, individual attention and leadership at the forefront, Westside Housing has created an unwavering organization that produces results.  

Please visit these links for more information on Westside Housing Organization:

• Board of Directors Roster
• Fast Facts
• Service Area Boundaries
• 2008-2011 Strategic Plan
• Case Statement
• Annual Report
• Employment Opportunities

For additional information, please contact Westside Housing Organization Executive Director Kathryn Walker at 816-421-8048, Ext. 103.

Vision Statement:

Westside Housing Organization envisions revitalized and sustainable neighborhoods that are safe, affordable, and diverse communities where people want to live, work and play.

Mission Statement:

Westside Housing Organization maintains and provides new and rehabilitated housing that is decent and affordable in the Westside and other targeted neighborhoods. 

Westside Housing organizes residents and other community stakeholders to address community issues and identify community opportunities.