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Since 2001, we’ve empowered individuals across Atlanta’s Westside to achieve stability, growth, and hope,building stronger, more resilient communities for all.
At QuestCDC, we believe lasting change happens when housing, health, and opportunity come together. Our comprehensive community development model goes beyond bricks and mortar,integrating affordable housing, supportive services, financial empowerment, and neighborhood revitalization. By addressing the full spectrum of community needs, QuestCDC helps residents build stability, achieve self-sufficiency, and move their lives,and communities,forward.
What began in 2001 as a humble grassroots initiative focused on housing underserved individuals in Vine City has blossomed into a dynamic, statewide nonprofit making a meaningful difference across Georgia. Despite our growth and expanded reach, one thing has never changed: our unwavering commitment to being #ForTheCommunity, putting people first and building stronger, more inclusive neighborhoods every step of the way.

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QuestCDC Thanks Donors and Partners for a Successful Community Yard Sale

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25 Years Strong: QuestCDC Celebrates Two and a Half Decades of Westside Impact

Leonard L. Adams Jr. Named to Atlanta Magazine's 2026 "Atlanta 500" List of Most Powerful Leaders

25 Years Strong: Celebrating a Quarter-Century of Community Impact

Mercy Care to Expand Community Health Services at Heritage Village @ West Lake

Building Stronger Communities Together: How Fulton County Partners with QuestCDC's Supportive Services Team

Urban League of Greater Atlanta Brings Workforce, Financial Empowerment, and Economic Opportunity to Heritage Village @ West Lake

Celebrating 250 Years: Honoring the African Americans Who Built America—and Atlanta’s Westside

Atlanta Housing and QuestCDC — Building a Stronger Westside Together

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Leonard L. Adams Jr.

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Melissa Tyson

Grand Opening of Heritage Village @ West Lake - View Gallery: https://tinyurl.com/39d4dkrh

Heritage Village @ West Lake is a 102-unit affordable housing community in Atlanta’s historic West Lake neighborhood. Designed exclusively as one-bedroom residences, the development provides high-quality rental homes that support stability for individuals and small households seeking safe, attainable housing on the Westside.

CBS News Atlanta Spotlights Heritage Village at West Lake, a Green Book Hotel Reborn as Affordable Housing. Watch Video: https://lnkd.in/ePNXpgr5

Great things happen when a team breaks bread together. In mid-September, the QuestCDC family gathered for our Fall Team Potluck to celebrate each other and kick off the season ahead. Over shared dishes and plenty of laughs, we got energized for everything coming up: ribbon cuttings, community events, and more opportunities to serve the Westside.

Thank you for making our Community Yard Sale a success! Read the full article and see everyone we're celebrating: https://tinyurl.com/ywbtj72j

A huge thank-you to @bagel.rescue for their generous donation supporting our Community Yard Sale! Your support helps us keep investing in the Westside community we love. We're grateful for partners like you who show up for the neighborhood. #QuestCDC #WestsideAtlanta

QuestCDC is growing our Property Management team, and we're looking for driven, community-minded professionals ready to make an impact on Atlanta's Westside. Apply Now: https://tinyurl.com/QuestCDC-Sept2026

That's a wrap on National Wellness Month at QuestCDC. This month, we introduced you to the people behind the work — the case managers, house managers, peer specialists, and program nurse who show up for our residents every single day at Quest Cares and The Leonard House. We heard from Melissa Tyson on what wellness really means. From Tamekia Shumpert and Vincent Gray on what it takes to help someone get — and stay — housed. From LaKesha Simon on honoring the veterans in our care. From Tiajila Clemons, Jonathan Luckett, and Charles Rice on what recovery and stability look like at The Leonard House. From Primrose Wahome on the physical side of healing. And we welcomed Tanya Scott, the newest member of our Quest Cares team. Wellness isn't a monthly theme for this team — it's the work, every day of the year. Thank you to everyone on our Supportive Services teams for the care you bring to Atlanta's Westside. Here's to 25 years of showing up — and many more ahead. #QuestCDC25 #NationalWellnessMonth #QuestForStability #QuestForRecovery #MeetTheTeam

We're proud to share that our Founder, President and CEO, Leonard L. Adams Jr., has once again been named to Atlanta Magazine's Atlanta 500 — a list honoring the city's most influential leaders. This recognition comes as we celebrate 25 Years Strong, and it's a testament to Leonard's unwavering commitment to affordable housing and community empowerment on Atlanta's Westside and beyond. Congratulations, Leonard — this one's for the whole QuestCDC family and the communities we serve together. #QuestCDC25 #Atlanta500 #AffordableHousing #CommunityDevelopment #WestsideAtlanta

Please join us in welcoming Tanya Scott to the Quest Cares team as a new Case Manager of Supportive Services! In her role, Tanya will focus on promoting housing stability, well-being, and self-sufficiency for our clients — assessing individual needs, building personalized service plans, coordinating community resources, advocating for continuity of care, monitoring progress, and providing crisis intervention when it's needed most. Tanya brings more than 10 years of experience in advocacy, behavioral health, housing, and case management, along with the discipline and service-oriented perspective of a U.S. Army veteran and public safety experience as a Juvenile Correctional Officer. Welcome to the team, Tanya — we're glad you're here. #QuestCDC25 #NationalWellnessMonth #WelcomeToTheTeam #QuestForStability #VeteranHire

As a Certified Peer Specialist, Tiajila Clemons brings lived experience into every conversation at The Leonard House. This National Wellness Month, we're highlighting the power of peer support in recovery — because sometimes the most healing thing is talking to someone who's been there. The Leonard House is a no-cost, six-month transitional housing program for men in recovery. #QuestForRecovery #QuestCDC25 #NationalWellnessMonth #TheLeonardHouse #PeerSupport #RecoveryIsPossible

It's National Wellness Month, and no one understands what real wellness requires better than our Quest Cares team. Melissa Tyson leads the CARF-accredited supportive services that help residents move from chronic homelessness to lasting stability — because housing is the foundation, but wellness is the goal. 93% of Quest residents don't return to homelessness after coming into our care. That's what whole-person support looks like. #QuestCDC25 #NationalWellnessMonth #QuestForStability #SupportiveHousing #Atlanta

OPENING SOON HERITAGE VILLAGE @ West Lake A Historic Preservation Community on Atlanta's Westside Developed by QuestCDC & @columbiaresidential Residential

Proud partner in the Heritage Village @ West Lake development, standing alongside QuestCDC to advance equity, opportunity, and economic empowerment for residents and families across Atlanta's Westside. @ulgatl

Proud partner in the Heritage Village @ West Lake development, helping ensure residents have access to compassionate, integrated health care as part of a thriving, supported Westside community. @mercycareatlanta

Proud partner in the Heritage Village @ West Lake development, working alongside QuestCDC to connect vulnerable residents to housing stability and supportive services as part of Atlanta's coordinated response to homelessness. @partnersforhome

25 YEARS STRONG Today, we celebrate a quarter-century of community impact! From affordable housing to economic empowerment, QuestCDC has spent 25 years building stronger neighborhoods and brighter futures across our community. Here's to the individuals we've served, the partners who've walked alongside us, and the impact still ahead. The work continues — and we're just getting started. #QuestCDC25 #25YearsStrong #CommunityImpact

Today, we honor Juneteenth—a celebration of freedom, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of equity and justice. At QuestCDC, we remain committed to building communities where every individual has the opportunity to thrive. Freedom moves us forward. Together. #Juneteenth #QuestForward #CommunityDevelopment #EquityInAction

Resident Spotlight: Maekiel Pierre is running toward a new life — literally. Since joining the Back on My Feet program at The Leonard House, Maekiel has embraced recovery one stride at a time. Last weekend, he finished the Everybody vs Homelessness 5K in 19:54 — earning 2nd place in his age group! "Just like I can't jump into a marathon, I can't jump into life — I have to build." Read his full story: https://tinyurl.com/5y2x2z2w #QuestForward #BackOnMyFeet #ResidentSpotlight #RecoveryJourney

Happy Mother's Day from all of us at QuestCDC! To every mom out there — thank you for your strength, your love, and your endless dedication. You are the heart of everything you do, and today we celebrate YOU. Wishing all the incredible mothers in our community a beautiful day filled with joy and well-deserved rest. #HappyMothersDay #QuestCDC #MothersDay2026

Yesterday, we had the honor of attending the 2026 HouseATL Affordable Housing Awards Luncheon—an inspiring gathering of leaders committed to advancing equitable housing across Atlanta. A special congratulations to award recipient Dr. Christie Cade of Enterprise Community Partners, honored with the Exceptional Funder Award. Her leadership and dedication continue to shape innovative solutions that expand access to safe, quality, and affordable housing for communities that need it most. View Full Article: https://tinyurl.com/8jreu6ax #HouseATL #AffordableHousing #CommunityDevelopment #HousingEquity #ATLImpact #QuestForward

Yesterday we celebrated Administrative Professionals Day by recognizing someone who keeps everything running smoothly behind the scenes—our incredible Executive Administrative Assistant, Miss Tammi Flowers. From managing the details that keep our operations on track to supporting leadership with precision and care, Tammi’s dedication, organization, and professionalism make a daily impact across our entire team. Thank you, Tammi, for all that you do. Your work does not go unnoticed—and today, we celebrate you! #AdministrativeProfessionalsDay #TeamAppreciation #BehindTheScenes #Gratitude

Yesterday, we celebrated the birthday of our Founder and CEO, Leonard L. Adams, Jr.. His vision, leadership, and steadfast commitment to community transformation continue to inspire us all. Through his leadership—and alongside our valued partners—lives are being changed and stronger, more equitable communities are being built every day. Here’s to another year of impact, growth, and continued success. https://www.questcdc.org/leonard-adams #Leadership #CommunityImpact #QuestForward

Celebrating a major construction milestone, the Simpson West Top Out Party marks continued progress toward delivering 139 units of affordable housing and expanding opportunity on Atlanta’s Westside. #QuestForward —Learn More: https://tinyurl.com/yfczy3b4

We're proud to announce our next single-family affordable housing development! Quest Legacy Homes @ Historic Vine City, is a new single-family affordable housing development led by @questcdc Quest Community Development Corporation that brings high-quality, attainable homeownership opportunities to one of Atlanta’s most historic communities. Located in Vine City, this development represents Phase I of QuestCDC’s Home Ownership Initiative and will introduce 12 newly constructed single-family homes designed for families earning up to 80% of Area Median Income (AMI). This marks a significant step forward in expanding access to affordable homeownership—creating a pathway for families to transition from renting to owning, while staying rooted in the communities they know and love. #atlantahousing — #affordablehousing #singlefamilyhomes

We’re excited to celebrate progress in motion at The Simpson West Top Out Party—a key moment marking the structural completion of this transformative development on Atlanta’s Westside. Join H.J. Russell & Company and project partners as we come together to recognize the hard work, collaboration, and vision driving this project forward. This milestone represents more than construction—it reflects continued investment in community, growth, and opportunity. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eanR_ttw We look forward to celebrating with you! hashtag#QuestForward

Small and emerging developers are essential to the future of equitable housing. Last week, leaders from across the field convened for a powerful roundtable hosted by the Urban Institute to explore the policies, capital strategies, and capacity-building solutions needed to strengthen their role in the development ecosystem. We’re proud to share that our Founder & CEO, Mr. Leonard L. Adams Jr., was part of this important conversation—bringing insight shaped by decades of community development work and a deep commitment to equitable growth. This dialogue is just the beginning. The opportunity ahead is to align resources, remove barriers, and intentionally invest in the developers who are closest to community. Full Article: https://tinyurl.com/33tyk6fa #AffordableHousing #CommunityDevelopment #EquitableDevelopment #QuestCDC #QuestForward25

Honoring Recovery & Triumph! Tiajila Clemons, our incredible Lead Peer Specialist at The Leonard House, inspired graduates at the Paulding County Drug Court with her powerful story of resilience and hope. Her words reminded everyone that every step forward counts and that recovery is possible. #QuestForRecovery Read Full Article: https://tinyurl.com/nhz388tu

QuestCDC recently hosted a “Taste of Black History” event, bringing residents and staff together to celebrate Black culture, history, and community through food and shared storytelling. This year’s event featured catering from the historic Black-owned restaurant, Busy Bee Cafe. Read More: https://tinyurl.com/2zmu6pry

The QuestCares team joined the Metro Atlanta Point-in-Time Count with Partners for HOME, connecting directly with people experiencing homelessness and helping ensure accurate data collection. This annual effort fuels informed housing solutions and community support across our region. Read how collaboration strengthens our coordinated response and advances housing stability. #QuestForward

We’re proud to share this inspiring feature from @wsbtvcommunity on how QuestCDC is empowering residents and strengthening neighborhoods across Atlanta’s Westside. Take a look behind our work to expand affordable housing, supportive services, and opportunity for residents who need it most. For nearly 25 years, QuestCDC has been dedicated to creating stable, resilient communities through housing, comprehensive services, and collaborative partnerships — because everyone deserves a place to call home and a path to thriving. Watch the full story and join us in building stronger neighborhoods together: https://lnkd.in/eK_P3njU #QuestForward #AffordableHousing #Atlanta

Happy Holidays from the team at Quest Residences @ Grove Park! #GroveParkAtlanta #QuestForward

A First Christmas at Quest Residences @ Grove Park - Our newest Westside Housing Trifecta Development! #QuestForward #GroveParkATL

This Giving Tuesday, we highlight the leaders helping drive the QuestForward movement. Hear why each Board member gives and stands with our mission. https://tinyurl.com/32f9bvhn — questcdc.org/give

This season, we’re especially grateful for you—our donors and supporters—who make our work possible. Your generosity helps us move communities forward every day. From all of us at QuestCDC, thank you and wishing you a joyful Thanksgiving! #QuestForward

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