Historic Community Empowerment & Progress
Creating Resiliency
Since 2001, QuestCDC has been transforming Atlanta’s Westside by creating intentional communities that empower residents to build stable, sustainable futures.
Through innovative and supportive housing solutions, QuestCDC provides the resources, partnerships, and opportunities that help individuals and families thrive—turning vision into lasting impact.
2001-2006
Laying the Foundation
Founded in 2001 by Leonard L. Adams, Jr., Quest 35, Inc. began with three employees and one bold mission — to provide stable housing as a path to transformation. The organization’s first program, The Leonard House, offered transitional housing for those rebuilding their lives, supported by Street to Home, United Way, and public partners.
2007-2013
Expanding Affordable Housing
​Under Adams’ leadership, Quest introduced Permanent Supportive Housing and Representative Payee Services, helping residents achieve independence and stability. The organization added Property Management as a business unit and developed Quest Village & Quest Veterans Village and the Home Office/Commercial Building, backed by Shelter Plus Care and government funding.
2014-2017
Building Partnerships and Places
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Quest’s focus expanded to community facilities and strategic collaborations. The organization completed Quest Complex I & II and attracted national talent to strengthen its mission. Partnerships with Westside Works and CHRIS 180 deepened Quest’s impact in workforce development and shared service delivery.
2018
Shifting To Affordable Housing
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A major strategic shift toward affordable housing and commercial development began. Quest completed Quest Complex II, rehabilitated 603 James P. Brawley Drive, and acquired Heritage at West Lake, the former Job Corps site. Partnering with Habitat for Humanity, Quest built new homes and raised $1.2 million in grants to expand its reach.
2019
Scaling Development Impact
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With $29 million in total development costs, Quest managed five projects under construction and four more in pre-development. Over $10 million in construction work was already underway — a clear sign of Quest’s growing presence as a trusted housing developer on Atlanta’s Westside.
2020
Resilience in a Pandemic
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Amid COVID-19, Quest maintained its momentum under Adams’ steady leadership. The organization raised $1.6 million in operating support and $1.3 million in capital funding, leveraging NMTC and LIHTC to sustain progress and protect residents through a challenging year.
2021
20 Years of Impact
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Quest celebrated its 20th anniversary by opening the Quest Westside Impact Center, becoming a NeighborWorks America affiliate, and securing $1.5 million in grants. The year culminated with the opening of Quest Commons West, a 53-unit affordable housing community symbolizing two decades of progress.
2022
Empowering Community Voices
Quest launched a Community Engagement Division and debuted the Westside Wise Podcast, powered by AT&T, to elevate stories from the Westside. The organization received $10 million through Georgia Invests in Housing and $590,000 from The Beloved Benefit, marking one of its most successful years to date.
2023
Forward in Partnership
Quest hosted The Westside Housing Trifecta at the HomeDepot Backyard with the mayor and community leaders, marking the groundbreaking of three projects totaling $110M. The organization also led a solar incentive roundtablewith the U.S. Treasury Deputy Secretary and partnered with the EPA to bring remediation training to the Westside.
2024
Building and Moving Forward
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Quest hosted its annual Block Party with health and recovery, community partners for 200+ Westside residents, co-hosted the 3rd Annual Ride for the Westside with Westside Future Fund, and began construction of Quest Residences at Grove Park Development with H.J. Russell & Company.
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2025
Celebration and Service
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Quest continued the restoration of The Simpson West Development, scheduled to open in the 4th quarter. The organization also held the Ribbon-Cutting at Quest Residences @ Grove Park, hosted a volunteer pantry event sorting over 6,000 pounds of goods, welcomed the NFL Alumni team for a town hall, and launched the 1st Community Partnership Link & Learn for QuestCares.
