BIRMINGHAM HOUSING
Special Initiatives
Expanding Opportunity. Investing in Our Community.
Supporting affordable housing development and educational opportunities for Birmingham Housing residents.
AFFORDABLE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT
Magic City Housing
Development Corporation
Established in the early 2000s, Magic City Housing Development Corporation is a 501(c)(3) subsidiary of Birmingham Housing. It serves as the agency’s arm for real estate acquisition and new affordable housing development.
Real Estate Acquisition
Supporting the agency’s housing development work.
Affordable Housing Development
Creating new affordable housing opportunities.
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY
Naomi H. Truman
Scholarship Foundation
The foundation helps residents pursue further education when financial barriers stand in the way.
Naomi H. Truman
More Than $300,000
Awarded in scholarships to deserving residents
Who the Foundation Supports
Public Housing Residents
Housing Choice Voucher Participants
(Section 8)
Scholarships support education at an accredited college, university, or trade school/program.
Our Foundation’s History
2012
Foundation Established
Originally named the Housing Authority of the Birmingham District Scholarship Foundation.
2017
Renamed to Honor Naomi H. Truman
The Board of Directors voted to recognize the former executive director, who founded the organization and served as its first president.
Honoring a Legacy of Opportunity
Helping residents overcome financial barriers and continue their education.