Let’s Build Beyond Housing-Let’s Build Hope and Community
Discover more about Lofts on 6th project located in the Historical Sistrunk District and its future impact on Broward County
AN URGENT NEED FOR THE PEOPLE OF BROWARD
A Letter from The Pantry of Broward CEO
Dear Friends,
For decades, I have called Broward County home, and since helping to establish The Pantry of Broward, I have had the privilege of witnessing how this community comes together to care for one another. Today, I invite you to be a part of a truly transformative initiative to support our seniors, Lofts on 6th.
This $40 million project located in the Historical Sistrunk District will provide 90 seniors with stable housing, vibrant community spaces, and on-site support services that foster independence and connection. These are the parents, grandparents, and mentors who have shaped our lives, and they deserve the dignity of a safe and affordable place to call home.
The need is urgent! Over the past decade, housing costs in South Florida have skyrocketed by 80%, leaving many seniors struggling to afford even the most basic necessities such as food, shelter and medications. For 16 years, The Pantry of Broward has worked tirelessly to ensure food stability for our community’s most vulnerable. Now, with your help, we can take the next step: addressing the critical shortage of affordable housing.
We are just $5 million away from bringing this vital project to fruition, and your support will make a profound and lasting difference. As a token of our gratitude, significant contributions will be recognized on our Legacy Wall of Transformation, a permanent tribute to those who helped make this life-changing initiative possible.
Together, we can ensure fewer seniors in Broward County are not left without basic human needs. Let’s build beyond housing – let’s build hope and community.
Join us in this mission today.
With gratitude,
Maureen E. Luna
CEO, The Pantry of Broward
Lofts on 6th Project
A Visionary Solution
PROJECT OVERVIEW
Lofts on 6th is a $40 million+ strategic urban development designed to address the critical shortage of affordable senior housing in Broward County.
This is not just a building — it’s a comprehensive community network positioned at the intersection of urban innovation and social support.
KEY FEATURES
- An eight-story residential building
- Ninety affordable housing units exclusively for seniors
- Located in the Historic Sistrunk District, adjacent to Fort Lauderdale’s growing arts and culture district
- Co-developed by The Pantry of Broward and Green Mills Holdings, LLC
INNOVATIVE HOUSING MODEL
Premium amenities to enhance quality of life:
- Fitness studio
- Business center
- Game room
- Outdoor terrace
- On-site management and maintenance
One-bedroom units offered to residents earning up to 80% Area Median Income (AMI), with rents averaging 60% AMI
Projected Community Impact
Homelessness
Reduce by 15%
Reduce senior homelessness by 15% in Broward County
Food Insecurity
Decrease by 30%
Decrease emergency food insecurity by 30% among residents
Economic
Generate $2.5M
Generate $2.5 million in annual economic impact through reduced healthcare and social service cost
Unprecedented Opportunity
Executive Summary
Broward County stands at the precipice of a groundbreaking urban transformation — an unprecedented opportunity to redefine senior living, community support, and social innovation. This is a strategic moment for visionary leaders to reshape how we conceive community, aging, and urban development.
Current Landscape
- A total of 5.9 million older adults in the U.S. are living in poverty
- One in five seniors relies on Social Security for over 90% of their income
- By 2050, South Florida’s senior population will exceed 2.13 million, a 54.5% increase from 2021
- Between 2025 and 2050, approximately 520,000 seniors will be 85 years or older, representing a 133.6% increase
Our Impact to date
Since 2008, The Pantry of Broward has emerged as a pioneering force in community resilience. Over the past 16 years, the organization has developed a comprehensive network of support that proactively addresses community challenges. In 2023 alone, it:
- Strategically distributed over 261,000 pounds of food
- Provided services to more than 600 seniors in need
- Supported 75 grandfamilies, helping keep families together
- Ensured 100% of our clients maintained stable housing
New Facility for The Pantry of Broward
After working out of a converted automotive repair shop for the past 16 years, the new facilities for The Pantry of Broward will bring state-of-the art design and technology to better serve the ever-growing demand of food insecurity in Broward County. Some of these features include more convenient, covered parking for donations and food pick-ups, larger warehouse facilities for cold and dry food storage, and modern office space for the staff and volunteers to continue to provide the best care and hospitality to our seniors.