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New Jersey's Neighborhood Revitalization Tax Credit (#NRTC) program provides a unique funding method for community development organizations. By offering a 100% tax credit to businesses that fund nonprofit revitalization plans, NJ focuses on the ability to plan and execute comprehensive community projects rather than adhering to strict #CDC definitions like in #SC or #MA. Should more states offer flexible funding procedures to enhance community development efforts? https://bit.ly/3Run2ji #CommunityDevelopment #UrbanDevelopment #SocialGood

#HousingOpportunityFund Rally Recap: Last Week, BiSHoP rallied with SF Community Organizers in support of subsidies that address the hardships of extremely low-income (ELI) seniors, working families, and disabled individuals. The fund would provide rental subsidies to bridge the gap between very low-income and ELI rent levels. For less than 1% of San Francisco's budget, this subsidy would make 700+ units affordable to ELI households by 2026, and 2,800+ households by 2031. Thank you to our fellow city organizers who joined us in this rally, including Senior and Disability Action, Self-Help for the Elderly, Chinatown Community Development Center, Young Community Developers, and Mission Economic Development Agency. Join us in supporting this crucial initiative to ensure inclusive and equitable housing opportunities for all San Franciscans, regardless of income level. Stay tuned for updates on the measure's introduction and upcoming hearings. #HousingForAll #AffordableHousingForAll #EquityInHousing #SanFrancisco #SFNonProfit #BayAreaHousing #HumanRights #AffordableHousingMonth

There is a growing conversation about the role Community Land Trusts can play in municipal housing planning. Strong collaborations between local nonprofit CLT organizations and city, county, and state organizations supporting housing options for Washington communities are essential. This blog post explains why.

🌟 It Starts With You! 🌟 Building strong communities doesn’t happen overnight—it starts with each one of us. Every effort, no matter how small, contributes to our collective strength. Whether it’s volunteering, participating in local events, or simply spreading positivity, your involvement is crucial. Get involved with the Mattapan Community Development Corporation today and be a part of something bigger. Together, we can create a resilient, vibrant community. Let's make a difference, one action at a time! 🚀🌍 #GetInvolvedMattapan #StrongCommunities #CommunityBuilding #MattapanStrong #EveryActionCounts #Volunteer #LocalEngagement #MakeADifference #CommunityStrength #BeTheChange #UnityInCommunity #ActLocal #CommunityPride #TogetherWeCan #Mattapan

CDCs, or Community Development Corporations, have a rich history of addressing economic and social challenges in disinvested neighborhoods. Over time, these organizations have evolved from informal grassroots groups to highly structured nonprofits, gaining better access to funding and recognition. In some locations, access to funding and recognition has become tied to these organizations’ certifying as community development corporations (CDCs). How does this benefit them? Find out in this piece from our Under the Lens series—Moving Community Development Forward: https://bit.ly/3Run2ji #CDCs #NonprofitDevelopment #SocialImpactInvesting

See the post below to learn more about the amazing work that BFN member organization, East Bay Community Foundation, is doing! ✨

🌟 We're Excited to Introduce ECHO – Equitable Connections to Housing Opportunities 🌟 At ECHO, we’re on a mission to make affordable housing accessible for all working individuals and families in Los Angeles. Founded by two women with a combined 30 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, ECHO enters into Limited Partnerships with affordable housing developers to manage properties, lease units, and provide vital services to residents. 🏡 Our mission is simple: Empower communities by creating equitable access to affordable housing, educating both landlords and tenants, and fostering strong partnerships with developers. We’re not just about housing — we’re about building thriving communities. From conflict mediation to consultation services for property managers, ECHO is committed to ensuring that every Los Angeles resident has a place to call home. ✨ Why ECHO? 1) We partner with developers to manage properties and ensure quality services for tenants 2) We educate landlords and tenants on their rights 3) We provide mediation services and foster community engagement We believe that housing is the foundation for a brighter future, and we’re here to make it possible. Follow us for updates on our journey to revolutionize housing in Los Angeles and beyond! 🌍 #AffordableHousing #LosAngeles #Nonprofit #CommunityImpact #HousingForAll #ECHOMission

By leveraging partnerships with local communities, non-profits, and government agencies, BAR aims to create sustainable housing solutions that cater to diverse needs. Through community development programs and financial literacy initiatives, BAR empowers individuals and families to achieve homeownership and long-term financial stability. #raisingtheBAR #communityreinvestment #nationalhomeownershipmonth #justeconomy #financialstability

I admire Catherine Furness for creating my community’s third place. When I moved into my current neighbourhood back in 2018, I threw myself into community building through our residents association. I took on a leadership role, organizing clean-ups, garden tours, summer parties, and community meetings. Fast forward to 2024, I am now a dad to an incredible toddler. Every day, he wants to go to the playground up the street to ride the slide and see his toddler buddies. Despite living here for years, it was only recently that I became curious about the park's name and its origins. I discovered that the park exists because Catherine Furness donated her home and land to the city of Halifax in perpetuity. She didn't leave it to family, sell it, or rent it out; she donated it to enhance the quality of life for her community for generations to come. What a hero. Because of this park, I know dozens of neighbors and their kids. We invite each other to barbecues and birthday parties. Our lives are insurmountably richer because of her generosity. A third place is a space outside of home or office where you see familiar faces repeatedly. This consistent familiarity breeds deeper bonds and relationships. As we build LAUFT, we think about the concept of the third space and what it means for people. How can we make people feel more welcome? How can we break down barriers? How do we help people connect? Catherine Furness is a huge inspiration to me and continues to influence my work in creating a new kind of third place for people with the freedom to work from anywhere. #MakeSmartWork #WorkFromAnywhere #DistributedWork #RemoteWork #HybridWork #RTO #Community #ThirdPlace

ICYMI, Tram Hoang from PolicyLink shared powerful insights in a timely discussion on "Remaking the Economy: How Policy Can Help Tenants Purchase Their Homes," hosted by Shelterforce and Nonprofit Quarterly. She highlighted, "Housing and land exclusion are racialized in nature, sewn into the very fabric of our institutions, policies, and value systems. And we are in a fight to allow renters - who are disproportionately Black, Indigenous, and people of color - to collectively own property. So we are not just up against a billion dollar lobby, we are also working to shift paradigms of race and property ownership." Watch it here: https://lnkd.in/gvFvywtH #HousingJustice #HousingFutures #TenantPropertyOwnership