IHFS was formed in 1985 as Immokalee Non-Profit Housing (INPH), a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization, with the dream that even the poorest of farmworkers need and deserve decent and affordable places to live and raise their families. In 1992, INPH completed the development of Sanders Pines, an apartment community that includes nine buildings with 41 housing units, two playgrounds and a community garden. In 1995, INPH completed construction of 34 single family rental homes in the nearby Timber Ridge development. IHFS through its affiliate, Florida Non-Profit Services, Inc., is developing Esperanza Place, an affordable rental housing project of 176 multi-family rental units being built on a 16 acre property. It is being built in three phases; a community center will be included during the second phase to provide social and educational programs for the residents. Phase I is complete. In addition to rental housing, IHFS provides supportive social and educational services to its residents, as well as those in the surrounding Eden Park neighborhood. These programs are conducted in the Carl J. Kuehner Community Center at Timber Ridge, construction of which was completed in 2008.

In 2009, in recognition of 25 years of service, we introduced a new name that better reflects our unique role in the community, IMMOKALEE HOUSING & FAMILY SERVICES. As we look to the future, we do so with the hope that you will join us in providing care and support to the children and families of the Eden Park neighborhood.

Children of IHFS celebrate the dedication of the Carl J. Kuehner Community Center with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

IHFS is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization that depends on rental income for its basic operations, the management and upkeep of the 75 rental units. Funds for the social and educational programs must be raised through contributions and grants. IHFS does not receive any form of government rental assistance. Your generous financial help is appreciated.