On Apr. 22, Raleigh Rescue Mission unveiled “The Garden,” an innovative concept for women and children experiencing situational homelessness. In partnership with Lennar Homes, a campus will be built to serve up to 350 women and children. It’s designed to include family suites, a child learning center, a dining hall, gathering spaces, counseling centers, a salon, an outdoor park and a community garden to create a nurturing environment for residents.

This article originally appeared in the June 2024 issue of WALTER magazine