Building Stronger Communities Through Affordable Housing
Eliminating Blight · Building Futures
Revitalizing Memphis neighborhoods by transforming blighted properties into safe, quality homes for families throughout Shelby County.
Our Mission
Moody Community Development Corporation is dedicated to eliminating blight, increasing affordable housing opportunities, and creating sustainable neighborhood growth throughout Memphis and Shelby County.
Affordable Housing
Creating quality, attainable homes for families across Shelby County.
Neighborhood Revitalization
Eliminating blight and restoring neighborhood pride one property at a time.
Community Partnerships
Collaborating with government, nonprofits, and private sector partners.
Homeownership Opportunities
Building generational wealth through sustainable homeownership programs.
Our Impact in Numbers
Real results, real families, real change in Memphis.
Featured Projects
Faxon Build
From groundbreaking ceremony to framing — documenting a full affordable housing build in Memphis.
Second Build
Rapid construction from framing to near-complete exterior — quality affordable housing in Memphis.
Wayne Moody
Wayne Moody is a dedicated community development leader with a passion for transforming blighted properties into quality homes for Memphis families. As founder and Executive Director of Moody CDC, Wayne has championed affordable housing initiatives throughout Shelby County, partnering with government agencies, investors, and community organizations to revitalize neighborhoods one lot at a time. His vision is to build not just homes, but generational wealth and community stability for Memphis families.
Building Memphis
Follow the journey as vacant lots become homes and neighborhoods are transformed one project at a time.
Building Memphis: Wayne Moody – Moody CDC
Wayne Moody shares his vision for transforming Memphis neighborhoods through affordable housing development — eliminating blight and building futures one home at a time.
Creating Lasting Community Impact
Every home we build, every lot we develop, every family we serve contributes to a stronger, more resilient Memphis. Our work creates ripple effects throughout Shelby County.
See Our ImpactAffordable Housing
We develop affordable single-family homes that give working families a path to ownership — breaking cycles of poverty and building stability.
Neighborhood Stability
By eliminating blight and developing quality housing, we restore neighborhood pride and property values in Memphis communities.
Economic Development
Our projects create local construction jobs, support small businesses, and attract further community investment.
Generational Wealth
Homeownership is the cornerstone of generational wealth. We help families build assets that will benefit their children and grandchildren.
Community Investment
Beyond housing, we invest in the community fabric — partnerships, programs, and initiatives that make neighborhoods thrive.
Partner With Us
We are building Memphis through strategic partnerships. Find out how you can be part of the transformation.
Government Agencies
Partner on grant programs, land disposition, and community development initiatives.
Investors
Fund community development projects with strong social and financial returns.
Contractors
Join our contractor network and build quality homes for Memphis families.
Community Organizations
Align your mission with ours to maximize neighborhood impact.
Volunteers
Give your time and talent to help transform Memphis neighborhoods.
Learn Community Development
Moody CDC is building an educational platform to teach others how to develop affordable housing and revitalize neighborhoods in their own communities.
Courses, resources, and a full Development Academy — coming soon.
Explore the AcademyAffordable Housing Development 101
Coming SoonProperty Acquisition Strategies
Coming SoonNeighborhood Revitalization Planning
Coming SoonSecuring Community Development Grants
Coming SoonLet's Build Stronger Communities Together
Whether you're a government partner, investor, contractor, or simply a Memphis community member, we want to hear from you.