When it comes to revitalizing Atlanta’s historic Westside, transformation doesn’t just happen — it’s built, block by block, by those willing to roll up their sleeves and do the work. For Westside Future Fund, that work is made possible every day by a trusted partner: Integrity Home Solutions.
Founded in 2019 by two brothers with a shared vision, Integrity Home Solutions is more than a landscaping company.
“Our work is about transforming communities, one home at a time,” says Lenard Brown, Operations Manager at Integrity and a familiar face to many Westside residents. “We don’t just mow lawns. We clean up blight. We mentor young people. We’re invested.”
As Westside Future Fund’s primary property maintenance vendor, Integrity ensures that all vacant and blighted lots owned by WFF are clean, safe, and code-compliant. That means removing trash, boarding up unsecured windows, managing overgrowth, and maintaining landscaping on new and existing properties alike. The work might be behind the scenes, but the impact is seen — and felt — throughout the community.
“356 James P. Brawley is a great example,” says Brown. “That lot used to be a dumping ground. Now it’s a beautiful new development, and someone who lives there through Westside Future Fund’s program actually works with us full-time. That’s a full-circle impact.”
The Hands Behind the Help: Volunteer Events Powered by Integrity
Beyond ongoing property care, Integrity also supports on-site logistics and coordination for Westside Future Fund’s volunteer programs. Whether it’s large-scale corporate-sponsored projects or monthly community cleanups, Brown and his team serve as the boots on the ground — guiding volunteers, providing tools, and ensuring every activation runs smoothly.
They help bring hundreds of volunteers together each year — corporate teams, church groups, and local residents — working side by side to create cleaner, safer streets and stronger bonds among neighbors.
“From organizing supplies to showing volunteers how to use the tools and get involved, our role is to make it easy for people to help,” Brown explains. “It’s not just about getting a job done, it’s about building community.”
Investing in the Next Generation: Internships with Impact
One of the most inspiring pieces of Integrity’s partnership with Westside Future Fund is the youth internship program, launched in 2020. Thanks to funding from Georgia Natural Gas, the program employs young people ages 11 to 21 who live in the Westside and want to be part of its transformation.
“In 2020, we started our internship program… We currently have a guy on our team, Akeem Wright, who is a direct product of that internship,” said Brown. “For us, it’s always been our vision not just to be a family affair, but to give back to the community.”
These interns are more than just helpers — they are leaders in the making. Working directly with Lenard and the Integrity team, they assist with everything from neighborhood cleanups to large-scale volunteer events, gaining real-world job experience while developing a deep sense of purpose and pride.
“It’s about giving the younger generation a platform to do what I wish we had more of when I was growing up,” said Brown. “Programs like this — where you get paid to learn, personally and professionally — that’s what we want to grow.”
Their work is hands-on and high-impact: preparing and distributing resources for families in need, setting up for events like Ride for the Westside, assisting with community wellness projects, and beautifying streets that many of them have called home their whole lives.
These young leaders don’t just support the mission — they embody it. Their dedication, work ethic, and sense of responsibility are a powerful reflection of what the historic Westside can be when invested in from within.
A Model of What’s Possible
Through their partnership with Integrity Home Solutions, Westside Future Fund is not only remediating blight — they’re building a stronger community foundation. Whether it’s clearing a lot, guiding a volunteer, or mentoring a young intern, Lenard and his team are proving that real change starts with people who care.
And when those people are equipped with opportunity, leadership, and the right partnerships — transformation takes root.