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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.
OCC Publication Focuses on Bank Investments in Opportunity Zones
WASHINGTON—The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) published the latest edition of its Community Developments Investments newsletter, “Strengthening Communities With Opportunity Zone Investments.” This edition of Community Developments Investments explains...
Now Available 2020-2025 Edition of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA), updated every five years, provides science-based advice on what to eat and drink to promote health, help reduce risk of chronic disease, and meet nutrient needs. Visit DietaryGuidelines.gov for summaries, videos, & more...
FCC Seeks Input on Providing Broadband Service and Devices to Low-Income Households by February 16
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking to provide broadband service and devices to low-income households. The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 directed the FCC to create the program, which would reimburse participating companies for providing...
Mega Trends and Rural America from e2 Entrepreneurial Ecosystems
Check out e2’s updated paper, Top 10 Mega Trends in 2021 Influencing the Future of Rural America. (source: 1/13/21 Newsletter; http://www.energizingentrepreneurs.org)
Youth Job Training; Young Parents and Families Insights; Social Enterprise Leaders
Job Training for Youth with Justice Involvement: A Toolkit, December 2020 This toolkit offers steps on how the juvenile justice and workforce development systems can collaborate to serve youth with justice involvement. The toolkit includes a review of evidence-based...