Last Chance To Register: Just Economy: Detroit September 24, 8am - 5pm ET
Join the Detroit Reinvestment Coalition, Community Development Advocates of Detroit (CDAD) and the National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC) for Just Economy: Detroit! [Register here]
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Neighboring Markets, Worlds Apart: Mortgage Lending In Detroit And Wayne County
By Jason Richardson
This creates a lending environment where White residents, despite their declining population share, have the largest access to financial resources and homeownership opportunities. Black, Hispanic, and Asian residents, on the other hand, remain on the fringes, struggling to secure the loans necessary to own a home. [Read more]
News
NCRC Statement On New Bank Merger Rules From DOJ, OCC, And FDIC
By NCRC
"I welcome these moves to better protect the public from harmful mergers, as community advocates have long called for, by ensuring that the needs of everyday people are properly considered in these vital decisions. The regulators’ determination is facing a stark test in the proposed Capital One-Discover merger, which would harm consumers and low-income communities if allowed to proceed."[Read more]
NCRC Launches Health Equity Investments Office Hours
By NCRC
Once a month, the National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC) will hold Health Equity Investments Office Hours, a new series of live open discussions hosted by NCRC Director of Health Equity and Impact Devin Thompson. [Read more]
Videos
Winning Strategies For CDFIs In Special Purpose Credit Programs
By NCRC
Join NCRC for Just Economy Conversations, a series of online discussions addressing America’s racial and socio-economic divides. Experts from NCRC and our network will share ideas and strategies to make a Just Economy a national priority and a local reality. The first in the series, “Winning Strategies for CDFIs in Special Purpose Credit Programs,” explored how SPCPs effectively address lending disparities. [Read more]
Your Membership, Your Benefits: A Closer Look at NCRC Membership, August 2024
By NCRC
Join us to learn what resources, services, content and networking opportunities your membership includes and how being a NCRC member can help you in your fight for a #JustEconomy. NCRC staff share tips for making the most of your membership and walk through NCRC’s newest member features. [Read more]
Events
Understanding the New Federal CRA Rules: Key Updates and Implications for Your Community
September 20, 2 - 3 pm ET
Join NCRC Senior Policy Advisor Kevin Hill at the Illinois CRA Coalition for a breakdown of the updated federal Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) rules. He will discuss what has changed with CRA and how it impacts you and the communities you serve.[Register here]
Becoming a HUD-Approved Housing Counseling Agency: Part 2 September 20, 2 - 3 pm ET
Thinking about becoming a HUD-Approved Housing Counseling Agency? This training will guide you through the key steps and considerations, from choosing the right HUD designation to crafting a solid Work Plan. Learn about the commitment involved, eligibility criteria and strategies for a successful application. By the end of the session, you’ll have a clear roadmap for navigating the HUD approval process and positioning your agency for success. [Register here]
In The News
Capital One-Discover Deal Hits Roadblock In Bank Merger Overhaul
By Evan Weinberger and Justin Wise, Bloomberg Law
The Fed hasn’t officially changed its merger policy. But even without a formal change, the central bank may ultimately apply tougher standards than in the past, when critics say the federal banking agencies were too quick to approve deals. “Historically, the agencies changed merger review policy by approving or denying mergers,” said Jesse Van Tol, the president and CEO of the National Community Reinvestment Coalition and an opponent of the Capital One-Discover deal. [Read more]
Fair Appraisals: New Jersey Passes Housing Discrimination Law
By Eric Kiefer, Patch
Leaders with several advocacy groups cheered the new law, including the NJISJ, the Housing & Community Development Network of New Jersey, New Jersey Citizen Action, the Fair Share Housing Center, the National Low Income Housing Coalition and the National Community Reinvestment Coalition. [Read more]
On Our Radar
AOC Proposes $30 Billion Social Housing Authority
By Kriston Capps, Bloomberg
Ocasio-Cortez and Senator Tina Smith of Minnesota introduced the bill on the steps of the Capitol on Wednesday. If it were to pass, the Homes Act of 2024 would enable the federal government to acquire real estate for permanently affordable housing, develop new subsidized homes and apartments, and finance deeply affordable projects for rent or purchase. [Read more]
Why Schools Are Ripping Up Playgrounds Across The US
By Anna Phillips, Washington Post
This summer, California’s governor and legislature agreed to place a $10 billion school bond before voters in November. If approved, a portion of it may be used to plant trees and reduce the amount of pavement around public schools. In Los Angeles, the school district has committed $500 million to greening projects, and the board has approved a $9 billion school facilities bond, its largest ever, of which about $1.25 billion could go toward planting trees, creating shade structures and removing asphalt. [Read more]
Resources
Work And Meet At The Just Economy Club It's aDC hubfor nonprofits and the social sector, around the corner from the White House. Move your team into a private office or host your meetings and events or hang out in the lounge. [Read more]
Learning & Training Hub Register for NCRC's catalog of professional development courses for community development leaders. [Learn more]
Research And Reports We have an extensive library of research and reports that dates back many years! [View all]
Sign And Share The Just Economy Pledge America should not only promise but deliver to all Americans opportunities to build wealth and live well. Sign and share the pledge to help us expand the movement for a Just Economy. [Sign and Share]
Fair Lending Tool Use our interactive tool to produce a report on mortgages, small business lending and bank branch networks for any city, county or metro area in the nation. [Access the tool here]
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