Frolic

Come hear our co-founder Josh Morrison on The Good Work Hour talk about how the way we live shapes our environments and on how our environments shape the way we live.

Building Cooperative Homes with Josh Morrison of Frolic Community - Radio Kingston All the way from Seattle comes, Frolic Community, a radical model for creating beautiful, affordable, cooperative living spaces in neighborhoods that are at risk for gentrification.

One of our co-founders Josh Morrison recently spoke on a housing equity panel with Bree Jones at the National Interagency Community Reinvestment Conference in Portland this month!

Come visit Urban Black & Frolic's booth at the 2nd annual Summer Resource Festival!

📅 Date: August 19, 2023
⏰ Time: 11:00am - 3:00pm
📍 Location: 4242 144th St Tukwila WA 98168

Urban League has curated this Festival to provide to those we serve with a one-stop-shop opportunity to access important community resources like direct programming and services from both the Urban League, and a variety of other local organizations who share the same mission of empowering those most vulnerable.

Come visit our table to learn about...

🏠 Discover Building Co-Housing Communities: Learn about the transformative power of co-housing communities and how they foster connections, shared experiences, and support.

🏡 Low Down Payments for First-Time Homeownership: If you've ever dreamt of owning your own home, come find out about our low down payment options tailored for first-time homeowners.

🤝 Connect with the Community: Whether you're meeting old friends or making new ones, this event is all about building meaningful connections and creating a strong, vibrant community.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to have a blast while learning about co-housing communities, affordable homeownership, and engaging with your community.

The event also includes kid-friendly activities like caricature drawings, face painting, a live photobooth, and outdoor games. Feel free to bring along friends, family, and your cheerful spirit! ❤️✨

RSVP today to secure your spot at the most anticipated community event of the year. 🎉

📣 It’s TOMORROW!!!

☀ Are you coming to our second annual Summer Resource Festival? Meet us at Foster High School in Tukwila from 11am to 3pm, learn about local resources available to you, win prizes, and enjoy a great meal from local vendors. 🎟

👜 Want to do some shopping? We got that covered. Check out some of the local Black owned businesses tabling at the festival.

🎨 We’ll also have art classes for kids and a stamp card to enter a raffle!

This event is free and open to the public so bring the whole family!

☀ Summer Resource Festival
🗓 Tomorrow, Saturday, August 19
⏰ 11am-3pm
🗺 Foster High School | 4242 S 144th St, Tukwila, WA 98168

HUD will be hosting a House Party-Black, Indigenous, and People of ColorHomeownership Resource Fair Event! This exciting in-person event is a fantastic opportunity for BIPOC and New American (immigrants/refugees)individuals in the Seattle area to learn about resources and support available for homeownership and housing. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or looking to purchase a home in the future, this event is for you.

Date: Saturday, August 19, 2023

Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Pacific Daylight Time)

Location: 7054 32nd Avenue South, Seattle, WA 98118

Look forward to...

1. Information about downpayment assistance programs

2. Our partner Urban Black will be hosting a vendor table

3. Black Home Initiative that will provide outreach, pre-purchase counseling, and leanding for Black Homebuyers

4. Habitat for Humanity who will offer homebuyer education classes and provide information about their debt remediation program

Go support the festivities at New Holly. There will be food, refreshments and entertainment for families. So bring everyone to the House Party and make it a family event!



Seattle Housing Authority U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

This Saturday, discover homeownership opportunities for BIPOC and New American (Refugee/Immigrant) folks right here in King and Pierce Counties.

Send a message to learn more

Come visit Urban Blacks booth at the Annual United Way Community BBQ in partnership with Seahawks Legend Doug Baldwin!

Seattle Seahawks Kateesha Atterberry Corvidae Cohousing Community

📅 Date: August 12, 2023
⏰ Time: 11:00am - 3:00pm
📍 Location: Renton Memorial Stadium

Here's what you can look forward to:

🍔 Delicious Local Food: Indulge in mouthwatering BBQ delights from local food vendors. From sizzling ribs to savory vegetarian, vegan, and halal options, there's something for everyone's taste buds.

🏠 Discover Building Co-Housing Communities: Learn about the Corvidae Coop project! A vision between partners Ubarn Black x Frolic. Information on the transformative power of co-housing communities and how they foster connections, shared experiences, and support.

🎁 Fun Games & Prizes: Engage in friendly competition with entertaining games and have a chance to win exciting prizes.

🏡 Low Down Payments for First-Time Homeownership: If you've ever dreamt of owning your own home, come find out about our low down payment options tailored for first-time homeowners.

🤝 Connect with the Community: Whether you're meeting old friends or making new ones, this event is all about building meaningful connections and creating a strong, vibrant community.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to have a blast while learning about co-housing communities, affordable homeownership, and engaging with your community.

RSVP today to secure your spot at the most anticipated community event of the year. Feel free to bring along friends, family, and your cheerful spirit!

BBQ Eventbrite Page: https://rb.gy/3pi5x
Frolic Meet & Greet Informational Workshops: https://rb.gy/vyhut

Let's come together, share laughter, and make memories that'll last a lifetime. See you at the BBQ!

Send a message to learn more

🏡 Affordable Homeownership Opportunity Event! 🏡

Join Frolic for an exciting event where we will delve into the details of an incredible affordable homeownership opportunity! Whether you dream of owning a home, seeking cooperative homeownership, or want to build a vibrant co-housing community, this event is for you!

Date: Saturday June 24th 📆
Time: 11:00am – 1:00pm 🕑
Location: Beacon Hill Library 📍

At this event, we will shed light on three essential aspects

1️⃣ Cooperative Homeownership Program: Discover how our Cooperative housing can make your dreams of owning a home a reality. Learn about the benefits of cooperative ownership, including shared responsibilities and reduced costs.

2️⃣ Mortgage Financing & Down payment Assistance: Our expert team will explain various mortgage financing options tailored to suit your needs. We'll also discuss down payment assistance programs available to make your path to homeownership smoother.

3️⃣ Building Co-Housing Community: Explore the concept of co-housing and its numerous advantages. Find out how you can actively participate in creating a supportive and inclusive community while enjoying the benefits of shared spaces and resources.

In addition to gaining valuable knowledge, you'll have the opportunity to meet our passionate project team. Engage in meaningful conversations with community members who share your aspirations and values.

This event is open to everyone, whether you're a first-time homebuyer, seeking a cooperative living experience, or simply interested in learning more about affordable homeownership and co-housing communities with Frolic.

Don't miss out on this chance to take the first step towards your homeownership journey! Bring your questions, enthusiasm, and a friend along to join the excitement!

Event is free to all! RSVP today for our next info session. We can't wait to see you there! ⬇️
http://www.urbanblackllc.com/black-homeownership-initiative-projects

Frolic is excited to announce that we have been selected as a Top 10 finalist for the 2023 Ivory Prize for Housing Affordability, a national award to recognize ambitious, feasible, and scalable solutions to housing affordability. We are deeply honored to be a part of this group of inspiring finalists working to create systemic change in access to affordable and inclusive housing. We’re especially proud to be alongside our fellow Housing Lab company, The Kelsey, and the important work they are doing in advancing disability forward housing.

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Its been a busy few weeks at Frolic Community! Late February The Ivory Prize chose Frolic as one of their Top 25 Finalists for 2023. The prize funds innovative solutions to our nation’s housing affordability crisis, awarding organizations tackling different facets of the housing process whose work is “ambitious, feasible and scalable.” We’re honored to be among an amazing group of fellow finalists working to create new pathways to housing affordability, including our fellow Housing Lab companies- The Kelsey and Trust Neighborhoods. Later this spring The Ivory Prize will announce their Top 10 Finalists and the the Prize winners.

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