CityWorks works with community development corporations. This role varies based on the needs of the non-profit sponsor and the circumstances of project development. For instance, CityWorks may serve as a developer consultant, advising the non-profit’s project management staff, or the corporation may manage the project on a turnkey basis. Where appropriate, CityWorks may become a co-venture partner or develop projects on its own.
CityWorks administers a pool of funds for predevelopment costs, including property options, environmental assessments, architectural, legal and planning costs, and other up-front cash needs. Pre-development funds are supplied primarily from the S.E.E.D fund managed by the New Jersey Community Loan Fund.