About Us

Winder Housing Authority (WHA) is redefining affordable housing in Winder, GA. We’re committed to providing safe, high-quality homes while advancing self-sufficiency and community impact.

Our Mission

To promote adequate and affordable housing, economic opportunity and an enhanced living environment for our community.

Our Vision

Winder Housing Authority is an engaged organization providing for collaboration in the achievement of goals through empowerment, education, and motivation of all Tenants.

What We Do

WHA owns and manages multiple properties, develops new housing, and provides wraparound services that move residents toward independence. We lead through partnerships, innovation, and results.

Key Developments / Partnerships with KCG Development

  • The Exchange (2018): 120-unit mixed-income community
  • Wimberly Manor (2021): 73-unit senior housing
  • Sandpiper Terrace (2024): 86-unit family development

Winder Housing Authority completed a HUD RAD conversion, ensuring long-term stability through Project-Based Rental Assistance.

Future Developments

  • Cottages on Maynard (2025): 7 single-family homes (CHIP-funded) for sale
  • Future Projects: Mixed-income communities, cottage courts, ADUs, tiny homes, and land bank redevelopment

Resident Services

We go beyond housing. WHA offers programs that promote financial stability, employment, and well-being:

  • Wimberly Center for Community Development: Owned and operated by Winder Housing Authority, the Center impacts the community through the collaboration of resources, enabling self-sufficiency, by housing thirteen non-profits.
  • Wimberly’s Roots: Food education, commercial kitchen, ½ acre farm

Strategic Partners

We collaborate with trusted organizations like:

  • Barrow County Schools
  • University of Georgia (SPIA, Fanning Institute, College of Agriculture, and UGA Extension Program)
  • GA Dept. of Community Affairs
  • Local Foods, Local Places designation
  • Local banks, businesses, and nonprofits
  • Non- profits located in the Wimberly Center for Community Development with a shared vision of independence.

Progress & Innovation

  • Issue Revenue Tax-Exempt Bonds to fund mixed income communities through the LIHTC 4% and 9% through partnerships with developers
  • Georgia Dept. of Agriculture licensed Shared Kitchen for food entrepreneurs
  • National award winning Wimberly Center for Community Development

Our Core Values

Integrity | Honesty | Fairness | Safe Environment | Innovation | Excellence | Stability | Respect | Partnership

Join Us

We’re not just building housing—we’re building a stronger Winder. Whether you’re a resident, partner, or changemaker, there’s a role for you in our mission.

For more information related to our partnerships, visit: www.wimberlycenter.com.