We work with local groups on both sides of the river to help neighbors transform communities into great places to live, work, do business, and raise families.
The new #housing initiative will help unlock millions of dollars in equity and contribute to closing the racial wealth gap in under-resourced communities in the region. Learn more: lisc.org/our-stories/story/l… [2/2] @LISC_Cincy
Thank you @DonovanEnergy , @LISC_Cincy , @CinDevFund , Kaiker Development Co. , Stephen Brown and all of our partners who helped to put together today's speakers series on how Cincinnatians can access the billions available in funding for green projects.
Youth in under-resourced communities deserve quality, safe spaces for sports! If you are a #nonprofit looking to improve the physical environment for youth sports, apply by September 5 for a grant from LISC The @DICKS
Foundation. Learn more: lisc.org/our-initiatives/spo…
Over the past 3 years, LISC and Foot Locker Foundation have awarded grants to 50 youth-serving nonprofits nationwide. Could your #nonprofit be next? Learn more about the Community Empowerment Program and apply for grants up to $100K by Sept 30: lisc.org/our-initiatives/spo…
Tiffany turned her family's Southern recipes into a thriving #smallbiz during the pandemic. With flavors like sweet potato pie, and help from The Greater Cincinnati Microenterprise Initiative - supported by @usbank Foundation @LISC_Cincy - she expanded to a commercial kitchen!
We’re thrilled to work with The @DICKS Foundation on the Game On-Community Places to Play Initiative! 🥎🥍🏈⚽️ If you're a #nonprofit looking to build or renovate sports facilities for youth in under-resourced communities, apply for a grant by September 5: lisc.org/our-stories/story/l…
Hamilton County Commissioners announce the launch of their $5.3 million Lead Safe Ohio program to help eligible homeowners afford home repairs. Learn more here: - hamiltoncountyohio.gov/about…
80% of homes built before 1978 contain lead based paint. Long term exposure to can impact mental and physical health. We are announcing that we received $5.3 million from the state to create an abatement program for eligible homeowners. Call 513-366-4697 to determine eligibility.
We're thrilled to share that the #WhatsPossible project is available for download! The free book brings together experts from the climate, finance and #commdev sectors and offers actionable solutions to build more #resilient, #sustainable and #equitable communities. [1/2]
Meet Jasmine Davis, Founder/CEO of Sweet Jazz Treats Bakery in Cincinnati, Ohio.
With the help of @KevinHart4real’s Coramino Fund, Jasmine was able to hire more bakers, increase inventory and create internships within her community.
More at @Forbes: forbes.com/sites/jeffconway/…
We’re publishing a book! Counting down the days until LISC x @EnterpriseNow's #WhatsPossible, a timely critical collection of essays on the relationship between climate resilience and community development, rolls off the presses. lisc.org/our-stories/story/l… @LISC_BOSTON @LISC_Phx
LISC’s SVP for Policy, Matt Josephs, will take part in the @SenateBanking hearing to examine proposals that address #housing affordability availability. Watch the live stream on 3/12 at 10am ET here:
banking.senate.gov/hearings/…
📢 Join us for a #CVIPI webinar! Discover how municipalities agencies prioritize resources for community violence intervention or #CVI. Explore traditional vs. nontraditional data sources strategies to minimize bias. Don't miss this crucial discussion! lisc-org.zoom.us/webinar/reg…
Happy Women's History Month! This month, and every day, we recognize and celebrate the remarkable contributions women have made in community development. From advocacy to entrepreneurship, their dedication shapes brighter futures for us all. Stay tuned for more! #WHM
Tenant Right to Purchase Act (#TOPA) coupled with #commdev investment is creating security and opportunity for communities threatened by gentrification in DC and across the country.
Here are free resources on TOPA and much more: lisc.org/our-resources/insti…
“In DC, #TOPA has preserved over 16,000 affordable units.” — Julia Duranti-Martinez of @LISC_HQ shares the findings of LISC’s recent report.
TOPA would be an important tool to preserve affordable housing for New Yorkers concerned about housing costs.