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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.

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About

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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Agenda

A Full Day of Insight, Innovation & Action

From visionary keynotes to federal briefings, project showcases, and interactive breakout sessions, the agenda is designed to spark collaboration and deliver practical next steps. 

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Meet the Speakers

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Keynote Speaker: David Bowers

VP and Market Leader, Mid-Atlantic and Sr. Advisor, Faith-Based Development Initiative

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Alyia Gaskins

Mayor of Alexandria, Alexandria, VA

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John Farden

EVP, Global Network Advancement and Operations

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Claude Richard Alexander Jr.

Bishop & Senior Pastor, The Park Church 

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Sandra L. Thompson

Former Director, Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA)

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Juliana Araujo

President, iiBIG

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A. Wayne Johnson

Founder and CEO, Presidential Cottage Homes

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Stacie Whisonant

Founder, Pay your Tuition Foundation

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Eugene H. Dibble IV (Gene)

Founder, Faith Opportunity Zone Initiative (FOZI)

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