Brightwood Homestead
Situated on four acres in Durham County, B.A.G & Company's homestead and community garden is a cornerstone of our commitment to food justice and community empowerment. This dynamic space is a primary source of fresh, locally grown produce, a research hub for holistic sustainability practices, and a hands-on training facility for regenerative agriculture. Beyond cultivation, the homestead is a welcoming venue for community events and educational programs, fostering connections that transcend economic barriers. Through these integrated efforts, the homestead is vital in advancing our food security initiatives and nurturing a resilient, inclusive community.
Brightwood Homestead For ALL
TRULY A HOMESTEAD FOR ALL!
Creating a Purposeful, Walkable, and Equitable Community
we are reimagining 3.52 acres to establish a vibrant, mixed-income neighborhood that demonstrates a new approach:
one where the benefits of land ownership extend to everyone, not just a select few.
· Affordable Housing: 14 to 16 homes will remain permanently affordable through the Community Land Trust, ensuring lasting accessibility for future generations.
· Farmland Protection: 1.69 acres will be preserved indefinitely for agriculture, safeguarding vital green space.
· Supportive Services: Through a partnership with the ReCity Network, we offer wraparound resources for vulnerable members of the community.
· Shared Spaces: operational farmland and ancillary businesses, greenspaces, and a Community Building provide a welcoming place for neighbors to gather and connect.
Our Commitment
Land policies of the past have often led to inequality and displacement. While we cannot undo history, we can shape a more just future. By offering innovative ground lease homeownership, Community Land Trust rentals, and land conservation, we champion:
· Economic Opportunity: Homebuyers using ground leases can build $50,000 to $75,000 in equity, while keeping homes affordable for future owners.
· Racial Healing: Our mixed-income community encourages genuine relationships, moving beyond segregated affordable housing.
· Stewardship: Farmland will be cared for with both environmental and spiritual responsibility.
· Sustainability: The financial model is designed to be self-sustaining and scalable to other neighborhoods in Durham and beyond.
Who We Serve
Our residents include teachers, nurses, service professionals, seniors, and families—members of Durham’s workforce who have been priced out of homeownership. Recity’s proven vetting process allows us to also welcome individuals in recovery, those pursuing workforce training, and people reintegrating after incarceration, all seeking stability and support. At Brightwood, we affirm that housing should be a human right, not a speculative asset.
Our Vision
Brightwood Homestead is more than homes and farmland—it’s a sanctuary for healing, reconciliation, and service across generations. Here, personal growth is tied to community action, and land becomes a source of legacy rather than exploitation.
The ideal moment to advance equity was twenty years ago. The next best moment is today.
Brightwood Homestead: Equitable Land Use. Lasting Affordability. Building Wealth for the Community.
Our holistic model integrates:
EMAIL LANDLEGACY@BAGNCOMPANY to schedule a meeting with the team!