Michaels Organization

The Michaels Organization is a national real estate company based in Camden, New Jersey, specializing in the development, construction, financing, property management, and investment of residential communities. Founded in 1973, the company operates in 39 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, managing over 47,000 housing units across more than 380 projects. Its focus includes affordable, mixed-income, military, student, and workforce housing, serving over 140,000 residents. The Michaels Organization is vertically integrated, offering a range of services through its subsidiaries, which include Continental Mortgage Corp. and Michaels Development Company. This structure allows the company to manage all aspects of residential real estate, from development to ongoing property management. The organization emphasizes sustainable community development and resident well-being, operating with a mission-driven approach aimed at "Lifting Lives." Additionally, it supports educational initiatives through The Michaels Organization Educational Foundation, which provides scholarships to residents pursuing higher education and vocational training.