First Place
Clearinghouse CDFI provided financing for First Place®AZ—a first-of-its-kind, innovative center helping autistic adults gain community and independence. First Place-Phoenix includes supportive housing, a transitional learning facility, and a venue for nationwide experts to convene.
Development of First Place-Phoenix is thanks to the collaboration of nearly 100 public, private, and charitable organizations. Clearinghouse CDFI provided $8 million of NMTC allocation for construction. US Bank was the investor.
The new 81,000 sq. ft. facility offers 55 supportive housing units in a low-income area, near transit. First Place-Phoenix services include:
- First Place Transition Academy – a highly structured program building critical career-readiness skills
- First Place Global Leadership Institute – advances education/training of service providers, professionals, & physicians
- Wellness coaching, meal preparation, benefits counseling, & safety support/assistance
- Community/social integration & functional life skills development
Download the PDF: Just Funded – First Place
“Congratulations to all involved at Clearinghouse CDFI in getting this NMTC transaction funded. It was one of the deals that came through Loan Committee that really opened our eyes into what can be done with NMTC’s and other forms of financing all get together to make something good happen.”
–Glen Pacheco
Senior Vice President
Senior Relationship Manager
ProAmerica Bank
- Creation of a career readiness program and global leadership institute
- 55 supportive housing units in low-income area
- Community & independence for autistic adults
Construction of an innovative, first-of-its-kind center offering housing, healthcare, education, employment, and other supportive systems for autistic adults
