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One of the greatest challenges facing rural Iowa today is maintaining and expanding access to affordable, quality housing. On Talk of Iowa we took a look at why and at what some communities are doing to address the issue: https://lnkd.in/gwquFwjP

I'm a big advocate for building new housing. I've developed housing on church land in the past and I have a number of projects in the pipeline currently. Some of the churches in our RootedGood Good Futures Accelerator are developing affordable housing as a way to serve their community. BUT developing housing on church land is not a magic solution. It is far from easy. It isn't always the best idea for use of church land. And most of all, it is not the responsibility of churches alone to solve our nation's affordable housing crisis. This Bloomberg article takes a good look at some of the challenges that limit the extent to which churches can address affordable housing using their land. #goneforgood #goodfutures #affordablehousing #propertydevelopment

Join So They Can's 1inaMillion community and help us work towards a world where every child has access to quality education — a basic human right that opens the door to ending poverty and building a safer, fairer and more sustainable world. Today, 7 out of 10 of the world’s children living in extreme poverty are in Africa. Many will be denied an education, and instead be forced into modern slavery — including forced labor and child marriage. So They Can supports 33,000+ students living in poverty, in 51 schools throughout Kenya and Tanzania. For just $1 a month you can help us: • Train more quality teachers • Improve school infrastructure • Provide access to safe water and school lunches Be the 1inaMillion who helps children rise from poverty and empowers them to achieve their full potential. https://lnkd.in/g3kk92Db

Mayors in small Southern cities face big funding challenges. The Strong Southern Communities Initiative is here to help with practical support and grants. Check out success stories from MS, AL, LA, and AR: https://lnkd.in/gmmxBdn4

Today's episode of deep dive$ is brought to you by Current and joins a fundraiser for Invisible People. The topic: America's Housing Crisis. Watch now and donate if you can!

In this episode, Miriam Krehbiel, Deputy Director of Supportive Services, and John Roberts, Deputy Director of Community Needs & Services, share insights from the recent Kansas Housing Conference they attended. They explore the meaning of attainable housing, the importance of moving beyond emergency shelters, and the critical role case managers play in helping individuals overcome barriers to secure stable housing. From addressing common misconceptions about homelessness to understanding the complex challenges faced by those pursuing housing, Miriam and John discuss some of the many facets that it takes to provide real solutions. They also highlight successful models from other cities, discuss the need for affordable and safe housing, and remind us why everyone has a reason to care about this issue. By fostering collaboration and building relationships, they show that together, we can make a lasting impact on our communities. ( https://bit.ly/OCOM_239 ) 

It’s long overdue, but the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released new requirements for removing lead service lines in the U.S.    Access to safe and affordable water is fundamental to the health and wellbeing of our communities. It’s crucial to prioritize efforts to remove lead service lines, especially in rural and underserved neighborhoods that have historically been overlooked.    Read more about the new requirements here: https://lnkd.in/gHZ4frtZ 

➡️Local authorities are often at the frontline of crises. IIPP's Ryan Bellinson and Daniel Wainwright explore how local governments can tackle the cost of living crisis and the potential of community wealth funds in Camden. ✍️Read the blog here: https://lnkd.in/eXXuGJgu

Insightful report from @Jospeh-Rowntree-Foundation about neighbourhoods and communities and the crucial role played at the neighbourhood level to protect people from hardship, including charities like The Welcome Centre, food bank and more https://lnkd.in/epzsnUw7