Bread of Life Opens New Houston Housing Facility
The $13.96 million Knowles-Rowland House provides 31 permanent supportive housing units for residents.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Philanthropy
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Bread of Life Inc. has opened the Knowles-Rowland House at 2019 Crawford St. in Houston. This facility offers 31 single-room apartments to individuals experiencing chronic homelessness, incorporating essential on-site supportive services.
Why it matters
The project addresses critical housing needs by pairing residential units with stabilization services, including counseling and life skills training. It serves as a key initiative to help individuals transition out of long-term homelessness.
The Knowles-Rowland House features 31 single-room apartments, with 16 specifically designed for residents with mobility and sensory needs. The project represents a $13.96 million investment in Houston's permanent supportive housing infrastructure.
The players
Bread of Life Inc.
This Houston-based nonprofit organization has been providing social services and food distribution since 1992.
Temenos Community Development Corp.
This organization partners with housing providers to deliver essential social services like substance use treatment and counseling.
Coalition for the Homeless
This entity tracks and reports annual data regarding the population of people experiencing homelessness in the region.
The details
The building occupies a former youth center that sustained significant damage during Hurricane Harvey in 2017 and a 2021 fire. Through a partnership with Temenos Community Development Corp., residents gain access to case management, substance use treatment, and life skills training.
Timeline
Bread of Life Inc. was established in December 1992.
Hurricane Harvey damaged the original youth center building in 2017.
A fire occurred at the building site in 2021.
The nonprofit served 52,491 people in 2025.
The Road to 35 campaign seeks to reach its fundraising goals by August 2027.
Market Landscape
The project follows a pattern set by the region's ongoing efforts to cut homelessness that began in 2011. It reflects a broader trend of leveraging permanent supportive housing to address the complex needs of the chronic homeless population.
The facility provides direct housing and supportive services to 31 individuals in the Houston area. Residents and the local community benefit from the integration of specialized on-site counseling and life skills programs designed to foster long-term stability.
The takeaway
Access to dedicated supportive housing is a proven method for stabilizing the lives of those experiencing chronic homelessness. Interested community members can contribute to ongoing expansion efforts through the new fundraising campaign to reach additional residents.
What happens next
Bread of Life Inc. plans to open the new Rudy and Juanita Rasmus Food Distribution Center in winter 2028.
Further reading
Learn more about local charitable initiatives in the Houston Philanthropy section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by DefenderNetwork.
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