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Houston, TX

Supporting a community-owned commercial kitchen and food hub to empower local entrepreneurs and preserve neighborhood character.

• Community-owned initiative: 90% of founding investors are local residents.
• Multi-functional campus: Includes commercial kitchen, event spaces, and co-working areas.
• Immediate tenant demand: Letters of intent signed with local food and beverage businesses.
• Sustainability-focused development: Eco-friendly materials and waste reduction practices.
• Economic inclusion: A model that keeps wealth within the community.

Magnolia Fund HTX is raising funds to establish Houston’s first community-owned commercial kitchen and food-maker hub in the city’s culturally rich East End neighborhood. This innovative project aims to transform 50,000 square feet of property into a vibrant campus that includes a 2,000-square-foot commercial kitchen, event spaces, co-working areas, and a community courtyard. By providing affordable shared facilities for local food entrepreneurs and artisans, the project seeks to create a sustainable ecosystem that fosters economic growth and preserves the unique character of the neighborhood.

The funds will be used to complete renovations, secure necessary equipment, and expand into additional buildings on the property. With 90% of the founding investors being local residents, this initiative promotes economic inclusion and ensures that wealth generated remains within the community. Magnolia Fund HTX’s multi-functional campus is designed to generate sustainable revenue streams while supporting local businesses, artisans, and organizations. This investment offers a rare opportunity to directly contribute to community-driven development while helping to create long-term economic stability and ownership for residents.

Company Info

Magnolia Fund HTX is a community-owned commercial kitchen and food hub in Houston’s East End, fostering local growth through sustainable development and inclusive economic opportunities.

Magnolia Fund HTX is transforming 50,000 square feet in Houston’s East End into a community-owned commercial kitchen and food hub. This campus will feature a 2,000-square-foot commercial kitchen, co-working spaces, event areas, and a community courtyard, providing a space for food entrepreneurs, artisans, and residents to connect and grow. Magnolia Fund HTX emphasizes sustainable development practices, using eco-friendly materials and waste reduction strategies, while fostering local economic growth and ensuring long-term community benefits.

The project aims to create multiple revenue streams through kitchen rentals, event spaces, and food and beverage leases, all designed to support a financially self-sustaining business model. Magnolia Fund HTX’s innovative approach allows neighborhood residents to become investors, ensuring that wealth generated by the development stays within the community. With plans for future expansion into additional services and partnerships, Magnolia Fund HTX is setting a new standard for community-driven economic inclusion.