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### Restoring Hope and Building Opportunities.

# Faith, Housing, Partnerships, and Models of Success for Community Transformation.

##### February 24, 2026 I Mary M. Gates Learning Center I Alexandria, VA, 701 N. Fairfax Street Alexandria, VA 22314

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## Restoring Hope. Reimagining Community. Rebuilding Opportunity.

Faith-owned land holds one of the greatest untapped opportunities for community transformation in America. This national forum brings together faith leaders, policymakers, investors, and innovators to explore how mission-driven partnerships can turn underused churches assets into attainable housing, economic mobility, and long-term community prosperity.

Through real-world models, Opportunity Zone strategies, and cross-sector collaboration, this event charts a bold path to scale faith-based development nationwide.

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Mayor of Alexandria,VA

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### Curtis H. Johnson, Jr.

VP, Housing Strategy, Catholic Charities USA

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Vice President, Community Resilience Strategy, United Way Worldwide

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Founder & CEO, BrightUp (Upward Wealth, Inc.)

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SVP at Navy Federal Credit Union

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Senior Pastor, The Park Church, Charlotte, NC

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### Rev. James Clark

Managing Director, Mission Real Estate Development, Trinity Church Wall Street (NYC)

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