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Ascendant Neighborhood Development is excited to share a meaningful staff update as we begin the new year: Victor Filpo will be stepping into the role of Community Development and Engagement Manager, continuing his impactful journey with our organization and the East Harlem community.
Metro North Plaza Landscape Upgrades
$272.6 Million PACT Project to Renovate the Homes of Nearly 800 Residents at Metro North Plaza and Gaylord White Houses Moves Forward as NYCHA and Partners Close on Financing
Hello and Greetings from East Harlem! We’re bursting with excitement to share some incredible news: Our Las Raices project has officially closed! This means construction will soon be underway on 78 new, 100% affordable homes in East Harlem, plus over 10,000 square feet of community space. This Thanksgiving, we’re deeply grateful for the opportunity to […]
This Earth Day, Ascendant Neighborhood Development reaffirms its commitment to resilient environments and neighborhoods. We all share the same planet, and we must do our part to ensure that we do not take more than we give.
Carmen Villegas Apartments Receives NYSERDA Blue Ribbon of Design Excellence, spotlighting Zero Emissions Carbon Multifamily Buildings in New York State.
The Beacon, a collaboration between The Community Builders and Ascendant Neighborhood Development, receives NYSERDA Buildings of Excellence Award. Competition Highlights Model Projects to Bring Low-to Zero Carbon Multifamily Buildings to Scale in New York State.
Sending warm wishes to all our wonderful residents and valued community and development partners. May this festive season inspire joy, unity, and renewed hope for a brighter future in our neighborhoods.
We've been busy! Let us show you around: six new buildings + over 2100 affordable homes currently in our development pipeline!
Derek Gaskill 2023 via Micah O. Brown Photography
We are thrilled to announce the promotion of Derek Gaskill to Senior Development Project Manager. Derek has been an invaluable member of our team since he joined Ascendant as an intern in the summer of 2018.
Lucille M&G
This past Friday, June 16th, seniors at our Lucille Clark Older-Adult Residence enjoyed creating art with mural designs by artist, N. Carlos J.
This anniversary year, we are excited to honor incredible individuals who continuously push boundaries and make creative and innovative impacts in our community.

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