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Our Mission

Our mission is to preserve, develop, steward and manage permanently affordable real estate to positively impact lives and communities in Colorado.

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Who We Stand For

ULC’s vision is for underserved populations and those at risk of displacement to be able to live and thrive within vibrant, diverse neighborhoods that have physical assets and resources necessary for individuals to enjoy a high quality of life. These assets and resources include but are not limited to:

  • Affordable housing
  • Transportation
  • Office space for nonprofits
  • Childcare
  • Job training
  • Good schools
  • Health care
  • Other support services
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Our Story

Founding a Legacy of Equitable Real Estate

In the early 2000s, philanthropist Sam Gary saw that Denver had a need for an urban land bank that would acquire, create and preserve community-serving real estate assets. He founded ULC for the express purpose of uplifting underserved communities and families through the use of innovative, equitable real estate practices.

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Co-creating places where Coloradans thrive.

Partner with ULC and make an impact in your community.