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In this interview with Chicago radio station WVON 1690 AM, NJCC President and CEO Bernel Hall discusses the impact of Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs). Bernel shares his passion for empowering underserved communities through sustainable economic development and provides valuable insights into the world of CDFIs. Watch the full video to learn: - The Real Purpose of CDFIs: Discover how CDFIs bridge the gap in access to capital left by traditional banks, focusing on social and economic impact over profit. - Bernel Hall’s Personal Journey: Hear Bernel's inspiring story of rising from a single-parent household to leading NJCC, driven by a mission to help black communities achieve wealth creation. - Commercial Real Estate as a Wealth Builder: Understand the benefits of commercial property ownership and how NJCC supports black and brown business owners in acquiring income-generating properties. Don't miss out on this conversation that highlights the critical role of CDFIs in fostering financial inclusion and economic empowerment. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/e6SeBXB #CommunityDevelopment #CDFI #WealthCreation #FinancialInclusion

Hi Morgan No we are not Proud of Mayor Lucas. Repealing NEW ORDINANCE TO CODE BOOKS ORDINANCE NO. 230401 Amending Chapter 3, Code of Ordinances, by repealing Section 3-431, “Setting Goals for Individual Contracts” and enacting in lieu thereof a new section of like number and subject matter regulating the application of numeric MBE/WBE goals on certain projects leased for development or receiving economic development incentives or tax abatement. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF KANSAS CITY: 2. Ignoring the letter from The Kcmo Fairness Board Chairman & Fairness Committee regarding Civil Rights violations ? Harrasment of minority contractors ? inadequate reporting from Kcmo CREO department ? No Disparity report for 9 years and more ? 2016 Disparity Report below: Department of I think 1.2 minority [participation] and 2.5 WBE [participation], when there was adequate availability of minority and women contractors to meet the City’s standard kind of goal of 15 [percent] and 7 [percent]. They’re diluting the opportunity for minority and women contractors when it comes through the statutory business development organizations, all of whom have different sets of rules..… There ought to be a uniform code that is incorporated in all the development agreements which people in our community never see.… There’s a disconnect. And I realize they’re trying to change some of that now but the insulting part of it was there was more money spent through statutory agencies last year for contracting activities than there were through City departments.… It’s obviously developer driven. By the time we see it the development agreement has already been executed. Caused lack of capital for Jackson County schools and libraries. Mayor Lucas and Insult to African Americans everywhere?

Explore the future of housing at Housing Leadership Day with the 'Social Housing in my backyard' workshop. Learn how social housing can tackle California's housing crisis. Register now at

Let's celebrate Tyler and Kristina, two of our exceptional Community Association Program team members! Get to know Tyler Grauberger and Kristina LeGrand in this spotlight video below 👇 #communityassociations #hoainsurance #insuranceteam

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Discover "our why" and what it means to "Thrive for Generations" through the eyes of our incredible team members. Meet Stephanie Larscheid, the Executive Director of Prairie Family Business Association. Stephanie shares the importance of the association's work alongside business families and her passion for helping family businesses live on for generations. It is her "why" that reveals how rewarding it is to see families transform after engagement with Prairie Family Business Association and make things happen within their families and their family businesses. Discover your Why PFBA. fambus.org/membership Thrive for Generations. #PFBA #familybusiness #familyowned #familyenterprise #PFBAmembership #familybusinessgrowth #successionplanning #governance #nextgeneration #familydynamics #familycohesion #buildingalegacy #OurWhy

The Community-Based Public Safety Collective: Discovering Our Vital Roles 📹 Watch as we unveil the heart of CBPS Collective and what we stand for. When we think about addressing violence within our communities, our minds often turn to law enforcement. But here's the truth: "You can't have public safety without the public." To truly make a difference, we must work with those within the community. At its core, CBPS Collective is about investing in black and brown leadership in communities impacted by violence across the country. These leaders have long been under-resourced and deserve our support. Our dedicated team members discuss our mediation process and guide individuals in creating a culture of peace within neighborhoods. We actively seek out organizations in need and provide the funding they require. We're here to do the work, to help people save lives, and to empower leaders within the community. Public safety, to us, means fostering a presence of well-being to support victims and survivors. 💪 With the funding we provide, communities can hire new members, build infrastructure, and scale their programs. Join us as we share our stories and insights that showcase our commitment to building capacity and strengthening communities. Family, we are creating a new approach to safety-- one that recognizes the vital role of community leadership. Join the movement, and let's make our communities safer and more resilient. www.cbpscollective.org #CommunitySafety #CBPS #Empowerment #InvestingInLeadership #ViolenceIntervention #PublicHealth #cvi #publicsafety #CommunitySafety #blackandbrownunity #nonprofitlife #grants

Voice of San Diego's Politifest -- happening this Friday and Saturday -- is a fantastic place to learn about local housing issues. The agenda includes: 🏘 SB10 and an Unaffordable City: San Diego was the first city to try to implement SB 10 but it provoked a resistance that led the mayor to pause one of the moves he hoped would address the housing supply and affordability crisis. Explore SB 10 and the political limits of policies like it that would make it easier to build in neighborhoods that the city has, so far, reserved for single-family homes. 📈 What We Know About Homelessness A conversation with Dr. Margot Kushel of UC San Francisco about drivers of homelessness. 💰 Is the Rent Too Damn High? Why is the rent so damn high? Sustained rent hikes in major metro areas like San Diego are now driving up housing costs in formerly more affordable cities like Fresno, Bakersfield and Santa Maria. Will these trends continue, or is relief in sight? 💔 What It’s Like Being Homeless: Life without a home is often a life spent in survival mode. Speakers will talk about the daily struggles of living unsheltered, challenges they faced getting off the street, police interactions and more. ⚖ Housing Laws Explained: Laws that increase available housing in California are difficult to pass. This panel considers why it's so hard to pass legislation to build more housing in a state with an acute shortage. These sessions include an impressive array of local and statewide experts, including Margot Kushel, UCSF Benioff Homelessness & Housing Initiative; Lisa Halverstadt; Sahanti Singh, Tenants Together; Corey Smith, Housing Action Coalition ; Tina Rosales, Western Center On Law & Poverty; Gilberto Vera, Legal Aid Society of San Diego, Inc.; Neil Chase, CalMatters; Ricardo Flores, LISC San Diego; and Tigist Layne, VOSD. Learn more and register at https://lnkd.in/gHjai9wV #sandiego #housing #affordablehousing #homelessness #publicpolicy #sandiegoevents

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A Cut Above: WRMC’s AAMC Designation Being one of the select few in Texas with an AAMC designation isn’t just a title; it's a promise to our clients. 🔹 Excellence in Management: This designation by CAI represents the highest standard in association management. 🔹 Assurance to Clients: With WRMC, you’re choosing a partner dedicated to the highest levels of service and community stewardship. #AAMCExcellence #WRMCDifference #TrustedPartner #AssocationManagement