AHP Project Feature: Tistilal Village Redevelopment
last updated on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 in Affordable Housing
More than half of all renters in Oregon and a third of homeowners experience a housing cost burden, meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing costs.1
Portland, Oregon. In July 2025, the Advisory Council visited Portland, Oregon, where homelessness remains a critical challenge. During a visit to Tistilal Village, the Advisory Council saw firsthand how communities are leveraging the FHLB Des Moines Affordable Housing Program (AHP), not only to increase affordable housing but also to provide targeted supportive services that directly address local needs.
An Innovative Solution Focused on Cultural Connection
Serving Native American youth and their families throughout the Portland metropolitan area, the Native American Youth and Family Center (NAYA) has been providing housing services for decades and became owner and operator of affordable housing in 2008.
The Tistilal Village property was originally built in the 1970s and required extensive repairs. Rather than pursue costly rehabilitation efforts, NAYA chose to completely redevelop the property – its first project as lead developer.
The redevelopment transformed 34 outdated units into 58 modern, energy-efficient apartments designed specifically for Native American families, including those experiencing homelessness. Outdoor spaces include a plaza, play area, seating and community gardens, while interior communal areas and supportive service offices foster a trauma-informed, community-focused setting.
"When NAYA reached out through our AHP application, Standard Insurance Company quickly stepped in as our sponsor. They were a flexible, aligned partner and helped us secure the resources needed to move Tistilal Village forward and deliver more housing for the Native community.”
SKY WATERS
Community Development Director
NAYA Family Center
Project Details
AHP Award: $750,000
Completed: Spring 2025
Project Type: New Construction
Total Units: 58
FHLB Des Moines Member: Standard Insurance Co.
Project Sponsor: Native American Youth and Family Center
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This story was featured in our 2025 Advisory Council report as part of the 2025 Impact Report. Read the full report for more stories like this.
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1 Schrader, B. (2024). State of the State’s Housing. Oregon Housing and Community Services. https://www.oregon.gov/ohcs/about-us/Documents/state-of-the-states-housing.pdf
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