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4/1/2016

Location, location, location: county health rankings

In the last month, annual County Health Rankings were released that measure everything from high-school graduation rates, to obesity, to unemployment, providing a revealing snapshot of how health is influenced by where we live, learn, work and play. Read this interview to learn more.

3/25/2016

Help American workers start saving with myRA

More than 30 million full-time employees in the United States lack access to workplace retirement savings plans. What's the solution? Consider the U.S. Treasury's myRA program.

3/14/2016

When ‘zero’ is possible: How one state and two cities ended veteran homelessness

More than 20 cities and states across the country have declared an end to veteran homelessness. How did they do it? Read this post to learn how and what can be learned.

2/29/2016

Joining hands across sectors: developing community potential together

Missed the NeighborWorks symposium on collaborating across sectors to create economic opportunities for all? Read this for a summary of the most provocative insights from the plenary presentations.

2/22/2016

Living on $2 a day: the role of nonprofits

Reading “$2 a Day: Living on Almost Nothing in America” both reinforces the critical service provided by local nonprofits, and serves as a stark reminder of how much more is needed.

2/15/2016

Six tips for improving community safety

Alleviating public-safety concerns in a neighborhood need not require large budgets and years of work. Here are six steps community groups can take to increase residents' sense of security.

2/8/2016

FHFA’s proposed duty-to-serve rule: expanding opportunity in rural markets

Rural residents face significant barriers when it comes to securing a safe, decent, affordable housing option and access to credit. If you care about this population, take action between now and March 17, when comments will be closed on a long-awaited proposal called Enterprise Duty to Serve Underserved Markets.

1/29/2016

Debating diversity: delving deeper than definitions

"Diversity" workshops and training are ubiquitious these days. But that word is used so much--to the point of emptiness. What does it really mean? And do all those workshops have any impact? Read this and use it as a discussion starter at your next meeting.

1/27/2016

The millennial wave: 3 must-know traits

The millennial generation has some distinctive characteristics that are shaping the community development field. Here are three you need to know and understand.

1/15/2016

America’s disappearing affordable rentals: Emerging financing tactics that can preserve and protect

The stats are clear and stark. The demand for rental housing is skyrocketing, but the supply of options that are affordable for those with low and moderate incomes is nowhere close to keeping up, Here are some suggested solutions for financing the preservation of this vital national asset.

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