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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.
State Community Development Block Grant Public Input Sessions
DATE/TIME PLACE Tuesday July 7, 2009 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Southwest Technology Center 711 West Tamarack Altus 580/477-2250 Thursday July 9, 2009 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Francis Tuttle Building 7...
Funds Available for Rural Development Housing Preservation Grants
Notice of Funds Availability for the Section 533 Housing Preservation Grants for Fiscal Year 2009The Rural Housing Service (RHS), an agency within Rural Development, announces that it is soliciting competitive applications under its Housing Preservation Grant (HPG)...
Oklahoma to receive millions in Community Development Block Grant funds
Oklahoma to Recieve Millions in Community Development Block Grant funds! On May 5, 2009 Secretary Donovan signed a letter to all CDBG-R grantees addressing the responsible use of CDBG-R funds. This letter is an extension of President Obama's March 20, 2009, memorandum...
Housing for the 55+ Market: Trends and Insights on Boomers and Beyond
Housing for the 55+ Market: Trends and Insights on Boomers and Beyond (PDF; 1.7 M)Source: MetLife Mature Market InstituteFrom press release (National Association of Home Builders): Most Baby Boomers, like their parents, are choosing to "age in place," but a large and...
Health Reform
Health Reform: "1/3 of farm and ranch operators with insurance purchased it directly through an insurance agent."Throughout rural America, there are nearly 50 million people who face challenges in accessing health care. Hard Times in the Heartland provides insight...