Dayton, Ohio – Dayton residents will soon have a chance to connect directly with key housing resources and support services during a community-focused event designed to bring help, guidance, and information under one roof. The upcoming Housing Resource and Connection Fair is set to take place on Saturday, April 25, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Greater Dayton Recreation Center, located at 2021 W. Third Street. Organizers have made the event free to attend, ensuring that all community members can participate without barriers.
The fair is being organized through a strong partnership that includes the Human Relations Council, Sinclair College Sociology Department, the Dayton Tenant Union, and the Miami Valley Fair Housing Center. Together, these groups aim to create a welcoming environment where residents can learn about housing options, understand their rights, and find support for ongoing challenges.
Connecting residents with vital housing support
The event is designed in an open-house format, allowing attendees to move freely between different booths and conversations. This setup gives residents the opportunity to speak directly with tenant advocates, legal aid providers, and fair housing organizations. In addition, programs that assist individuals returning to the community after incarceration will also be present, offering another layer of support for those in need.
A major focus of the fair is education. Attendees will be able to access helpful information about tenant rights, eviction prevention, and financial literacy. For those looking toward long-term stability, there will also be guidance on pathways to homeownership, helping residents better understand how to move from renting to owning a home.
The event is supported by sponsorship from the Kettering Foundation, which helps make additional benefits possible. Visitors can expect free lunch during the event, along with raffles and giveaways. These include practical items such as home essentials gift baskets and gift cards, adding an extra incentive for participation.
A wide network of organizations will be present, showing the depth of community involvement. Confirmed partners include the Dayton Tenant Union, the Miami Valley Fair Housing Center, Advocates for Basic Legal Equality, Dayton Energy Collaborative, Homefull, the Dayton Clerk of Court, Dayton Mediation Center, Dayton Public Schools through the McKinney-Vento Program, Fifth Third Bank, and the Montgomery County Veterans Service Commission, among others.
By bringing these groups together in one place, the Housing Resource and Connection Fair aims to make it easier for residents to access support, ask questions, and take meaningful steps toward housing stability.
