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Over the past 50 years, the Community Development Block Grant program has significantly improved community well-being. Since 1974, HUD has issued over $160 billion in grants, helping meet the housing needs of 1.9 million households between 2005 and 2023. Beyond the numbers, CDBG has driven tangible change, from rehabilitating homes to improving infrastructure, helping build stronger, healthier communities nationwide. Read more about the accomplishments and future of CDBG: https://hubs.la/Q02Q6b7-0

Investment is one of the keys to building stronger, more resilient communities. That's why housing programs funded through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) are essential to improving Michigan's whole housing ecosystem. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4cGBMn8

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The YIMBY Act would give planners another tool to identify local regulatory barriers to affordable and market-rate housing development and to build support for local reform through reporting requirements for communities receiving Community Development Block Grant funds. YIMBY Act Finds New Support in Congress https://hubs.ly/Q02-lmmL0

Want to learn more about the impact of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program? 👀 CDBG plays a crucial role in enhancing low-and moderate-income communities by upgrading infrastructure, preserving affordable housing, offering essential services, and promoting economic growth. NCDA is preparing the 2025 CDBG Impact Report for Congress. This report will help educate Congress on CDBG’s benefits and the need for more resources. If you’ve completed CDBG-funded projects in the past three years, please share them with qcomstock@ncdaonline.org to contribute to the report! You can find the 2024 report here: https://lnkd.in/gzfWfSpk

Welcome to day three of our "ABCs of Affordable Housing" series! Today, C stands for Community Development Corporation (CDC), an influential player in shaping resilient and inclusive communities. Community Development Corporations are nonprofit, community-based organizations focused on revitalizing the areas they serve, primarily in underprivileged neighborhoods. CDCs engage in a wide range of activities including economic development, education, community organizing, and particularly, affordable housing development. By fostering partnerships with public and private entities, CDCs not only build homes but also strengthen community ties and stimulate local economies. These organizations are pivotal in driving sustainable community growth. They work by identifying local needs—such as affordable housing, improved infrastructure, or enhanced services—and developing projects that address these needs in meaningful ways. Moreover, CDCs often help in managing properties and providing crucial services to residents, ensuring that developments truly benefit the community. Stay tuned for more enlightening posts as we decode the alphabet of affordable housing. Remember to like, share, and tag your friends to spread the word about the critical role of Community Development Corporations in building better neighborhoods! #AffordableHousing #HousingPolicy #CommunityDevelopment #SocialImpact #HousingCrisis #PolicyChange #AffordableLiving #HousingLaw #ABAForum #AffordableHousingForum #CommunityDevelopmentCorporation

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Did you know we have been serving rural communities as a certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) for over two decades? As a CDFI, we're committed to providing financial services and support to communities in need, fostering economic growth and opportunity for all. Learn more about our reach and impact with the link. https://lnkd.in/g5D_8dsM #DakotaResources #RuralDevelopment #ThrivingCommunities #RuralLeadership #EconomicEmpowerment

Reminder: when you become a member of the NCDA, you gain a national voice to protect program funding and advocate for housing and community development issues. Learn more about the benefits of membership here: https://lnkd.in/dZs_DmTb