Key2 Realty Donation Creates Opportunities for Tenants

Key2 Realty has donated $5,000 to Pacific Link Housing to help fund programs that give social and community housing tenants practical opportunities to build independence, stability and connection.

The funding will go towards three Pacific Link Housing programs: the Education Support Program, Learner Driver Program and Health and Wellbeing Program. Together, they help tenants access things that may otherwise be out of reach, including study equipment, driving lessons and community activities.

As Pacific Link Housing’s social enterprise real estate agency, Key2 Realty reinvests a portion of its profits into programs for tenants. This means the agency’s property management work contributes directly to initiatives that can improve people’s day-to-day lives and future opportunities.

One recent participant, Ryan, accessed ten professional driving lessons through the Learner Driver Program. With limited transport options in his area, gaining his licence opened up new employment opportunities.

After passing his driving test, Ryan secured a delivery job and now works full time delivering flowers to hospitals, aged care homes and local residents. Without a licence, this type of work would not have been possible.

“It meant a lot to receive assistance through the Learner Driver Program. Being able to contribute to the family and ease the pressure on my mum has really changed things for us. Thank you.”

Pacific Link Housing Group CEO Ian Lynch said contributions from Key2 Realty help remove some of the practical barriers tenants can face.

“These programs can make a real difference at an important point in someone’s life. Whether it is helping a tenant gain a licence, continue their education or take part in activities that improve their wellbeing, the focus is on creating opportunities that can lead to longer-term outcomes.”

The $5,000 donation is a practical example of Key2 Realty’s social enterprise model in action, turning property management income into opportunities for Pacific Link Housing tenants across the Central Coast and Hunter regions.