Building a stronger, more equitable future for Fort Lauderdale’s historic Sistrunk neighborhood through housing, economic opportunity, arts and culture, and community-driven investment.
What We Do
Invest Fort Lauderdale, Inc. (IFL) is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing equitable neighborhood revitalization and community wealth-building throughout Fort Lauderdale, with a special focus on the historic small capitol Sistrunk neighborhood.Â
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Working alongside residents, businesses, nonprofit organizations, developers, philanthropic partners, and public agencies. IFL serves as a catalyst for transformative investment that expands opportunity for existing residents while preserving the neighborhood's history, identity, and culture.
Our Focus Areas
Housing & Community Development
Supporting the development and preservation of affordable and workforce housing that strengthens neighborhoods and create pathways to economic mobility.
Capital Access & Investment
Connecting projects and organizations with the resources needed to create lasting community impact.
Promoting local business growth, entrepreneurship, and commercial corridor revitalization.
Small Business & Entrepreneurship
Arts, Culture & Placemaking
Celebrating the history, culture, and creative assets that make Fort Lauderdale’s neighborhoods unique.
Featured Projects
Sistrunk Apartments
A mixed-income housing development helping expand housing opportunities while supporting long-term neighborhood revitalization.
Latest News
Developing new partnerships and programs that advance economic opportunity and neighborhood prosperity.
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Invest Fort Lauderdale transitions to an independent nonprofit organization.
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Strategic Plan adopted to guide future investment and neighborhood development.
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501(c)(3) application submitted to the Internal Revenue Service.
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Groundbreaking celebrated for Sistrunk Apartments.
Emerging Community Initiatives
Developing new partnerships and programs that advance economic opportunity and neighborhood prosperity.