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As part of our consulting services for our nonprofit, government and business clients, we share research, articles and resources about the challenges and trends in affordable housing and community services today. It is our hope that our take on these issues will give you new ideas and inspire you to continue making a difference in your community.
HUD Announces Publication of Final Rule Implementing VAWA Reauthorization Act of 2013
On November 16, 2016, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s final rule regarding the implementation of housing protections authorized in the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2013 (VAWA) was published in the Federal Register. This final...
DOJ-HUD guidance on exclusionary zoning
Throughout the Fair Housing Act's history, one of its core applications has been to exclusionary zoning and other practices that raise unnecessary barriers to housing choice - from Senator Mondale's concern over "the refusal of suburbs and other communities to...
7 Things You Should Know About Childhood Poverty
This five-minute video from the Urban Institute briefly discusses important facts related to child poverty. For instance, poverty affects children of all races, but in terms of persistent poverty, the racial gap is more apparent. The video concludes by providing...
Help seniors get savvy about their money
Help seniors get savvy about their money NCOA updated the Savvy Saving Seniors® toolkits. Each one includes everything you need to host a financial education workshop for seniors in your community—including a presentation, facilitator’s guide, handouts, flyers, and...
Crowdfunding platform helps people experiencing homelessness and human service agencies find support
HandUp focuses specifically on raising funds for individuals and families struggling with homelessness. The site, which launched in 2013, has raised more than $1.6 million for roughly 2,000 people. The Huffington Post (11/01) Thanks to BoardSource SmartBriefs for this...