Supportive Housing
Maximizing the quality of life for homeless adults and seniors with quality housing and wraparound support.
“It’s how you apply yourself, because everything is in place for you, all you have to do is take advantage of it.”
Renea — Resident of Renaissance Apartments
About Us
The Renaissance Collaborative, Inc. (TRC) is a community-based 501(c)3 social impact organization that provides affordable housing, supportive services, workforce development, employment, and educational programming and solutions to the Bronzeville neighborhood of Chicago and its adjacent communities.
Workforce Development
Helping individuals facing barriers to employment obtain and maintain a job with a living wage.
“They opened the doors for me so much to try and help me make my life better that I just stayed with them, now I’m a supervisor.”
Jerry — Crew leader, Bronzeville Green Organic Landscaping
Mission
The mission of The Renaissance Collaborative, Inc. (TRC) is to promote self-sufficiency through an innovative and comprehensive network of supportive housing, employment, and educational services.
We believe that all individuals have value and they can better contribute to themselves, their families and their communities when provided the support they need.
Preserving Black History
Initially formed to rescue the Former Historic Wabash YMCA, TRC is committed to sharing its rich and inspiring history.
Remember the Past, Restore the Promise
The Renaissance Collaborative began as a way to save the Historic Former Wabash YMCA from demolition. This historic landmark was the Birthplace of Black History Month and had been a hub of Black civic and social activity in the early 1900s.
“(Carter G. Woodson’s) philosophy was that we must move past the study of just great men... He wanted to give voice to the ordinary black people who were doing extraordinary things to advance our history.”
Dr. Lionel Kimble — Professor of History at Chicago State University
Environmental Sustainability
Increasing equity in access to “green” jobs, clean energy, and reduced exposure to harmful chemicals.