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At Gibson Lupus ARC, our mission has always been clear: to empower, support, and uplift individuals living with lupus and other chronic illnesses. Now, we are expanding that mission to meet one of the most urgent needs in our community—safe, affordable housing that supports wellness.
We are proud to announce that Gibson Lupus ARC is transitioning into a Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO)—a designation that allows us to build ARC Village Wellness Homes, a first-of-its-kind housing initiative in the Houston area designed specifically for individuals and families affected by chronic illness, disability, and financial hardship.
Why We’re Building ARC Village
Too often, people living with lupus and other chronic conditions are forced to choose between their health and stable housing. Medical bills, unemployment, and disability can make it nearly impossible to afford safe, consistent housing, let alone access supportive services.
ARC Village will change that.
This housing project will offer more than just a roof—it will offer restoration. Residents will have access to:
- Wellness services and education
- Transportation support
- Case management and resource navigation
- A community of understanding, hope, and healing
- It’s a place designed not only to house, but to heal.
️ Where Your Support Goes
We are currently in the planning and development phase of ARC Village and need your help to raise $800,000 for:
- Land acquisition & pre-development
- Architectural plans and permits
- Legal & CHDO certification costs
- Community outreach and engagement
- Operational support for program design and staffing
Every dollar brings us closer to breaking ground—and breaking generational cycles of illness and housing insecurity.
Why This Matters
This is more than a building project. It’s a movement toward equity in healthcare, housing, and hope. As someone who lives with lupus and knows the battles of navigating both illness and instability, I founded Gibson Lupus ARC to be the change I once needed. ARC Village is the next chapter of that vision—a community built by us, for us.
If you believe in wellness, dignity, and second chances, we invite you to sow into this dream. Let’s build healing homes together.
Organizer
Zuriel Gibson
Organizer
Houston, TX