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Insights for affordable housing developers and nonprofit organizations that want to thrive
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.
Demand for 2010 HOME Funds Exceed Homebuyer/Rental Set Aside
In the first round of 2010 HOME funds, 13 organizations submitted 22 applications to the Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency. Requests for Homebuyer/Rental dollars totaled $3,776,084 exceeding the estimated set aside for the activity by $1.8 million. Six applicants...
Easy Method to Monitor Federal and State Legislation on Food Policy and Obesity
If you are interested in federal and state legislation regarding food policy and obesity, you will want to check out Yale’s Rudd Center for Food Policy and Obesity. The Center recently launched a comprehensive legislative database that tracks legislation related to...
Job Scams: How to Spot and Avoid
The Federal Trade Commission has produced a new video warning consumers: "Don't Pay for a Promise." The video, which you can find at ftc.gov/jobscams and in Spanish at ftc.gov/estafasdeempleo, features details on how people can spot and steer clear of job scammers,...
Oklahoma Resource Survey: Physical Activity and Nutrition Efforts
The Division of Strong & Healthy Oklahoma is conducting a 12-question survey to capture current physical activity and nutrition efforts across the state to be included in the Strong & Healthy Oklahoma Resource Inventory! If you are an Oklahoma based...
OK Women Business Owners or Wannabe’s -Last Day for Early Bird Discount $35
Women Entrepreneurs Inspire Conference Are you a woman business owner? Or a woman who wants to start a business? The Women Entrepreneurs Inspire Conference is for you! This one day event will help you start a business, grow your established business, and learn how to...