2025 marks a milestone for Navigate Affordable Housing Partners—45 years of transforming lives, communities, and affordable housing.

This page is your go-to destination for all things related to our 45th-anniversary celebration. Explore our history, achievements, and vision for the future of affordable housing, and stay updated with special content throughout the year.


Our Journey: 45 Years of Impact

Navigate’s story began in 1980 with a mission to provide affordable housing for seniors in Tarrant, Alabama. From the first 100 units at Spring Gardens to overseeing 80,000 units across four states today, our evolution has been driven by a passion for making a difference.

  • 1980: Founded as Jefferson County Assisted Housing Corporation.
  • 1981: Completed Spring Gardens Apartments, setting the stage for decades of impact.
  • 2000: Became a Performance-Based Contract Administrator (PBCA), expanding our reach to serve thousands of families.
  • 2023: Administered over $800 million in HUD funds, ensuring compliance and excellence in affordable housing.

Anniversary Blog Series


Anniversary Stories

Lead Voucher Specialist DeAnna Baker tells us her favorite Navigate tradition.
Finance Accountant Tammy Cantrell discusses the Navigate Family.