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NCRC Announces New SNAP E&T Workforce Development Training Series

The National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC) today announced a new Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Employment and Training (SNAP E&T) Workforce Development training series as part of the 3-year $1.3 million grant from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA).  The series will provide community-based organizations and job-training providers with the tools and resources necessary to build […]

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NCRC Opens New Housing Counseling Services Grant Application As Part Of Its Field Empowerment Fund

The National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC) today opened applications for a new Housing Counseling Services (HCS) grant application within its already well-established, multi-year Field Empowerment Fund (FEF).  Through a partnership with KeyBank, $2.5 million has been allocated for direct-to-client housing counseling services that will be awarded in three rounds:  2025 Round: $850,000  2026 Round: $850,000 

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Next Generation Of Community Development Leaders: Join NCRC For The Emerging Leaders Reception At The 2025 Just Economy Conference

The National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC) invites young professionals to join us for the Emerging Leaders Reception, March 26, from 5 to 6 pm ET during the 2025 Just Economy Conference. The conference schedule includes an array of sessions on organizing, policy advocacy, community and economic development with leaders working towards a just economy. NCRC’s Emerging Leaders Reception*

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NCRC Statement On Sec. Bessent’s Freeze Of CFPB

In reaction to reports that Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has frozen all activity at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC) released the following: “Stopping the work of the CFPB means inviting scammers and swindlers into working families’ bank accounts,” said Jesse Van Tol, President and CEO of NCRC. “It means

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Member Applications Now Open For NCRC Fellowship For Equitable Development

The National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC) is launching the fourth year of its transformative fellowship program that matches top-level master’s degree students with esteemed community development organizations.  The NCRC Fellowship for Equitable Development offers a unique opportunity for fellows to gain hands-on experience, kickstart their professional development and contribute to innovative projects. In return, organizations

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NCRC Announces 3 Winners in #JustEconomy Spirit Contest

Winners will receive a ticket to the 2025 Just Economy Conference in Washington, DC, March 26-27, as well as a two-night stay at the Washington Hilton.  Congratulations to Carolyn Conant, Moab Area Community Land Trust (MACLT); Amanda Clark, Dominican Center; and Jamie Frey, Finanta (formerly Community First Fund), our winners of The National Community Reinvestment

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Join NCRC’s #JustEconomy Spirit Contest and Win Exclusive Conference Access!

From January 7-17, post a memorable story from a past Just Economy Conference or Summit or a photo of Just Economy/NCRC logo merchandise* on social media with the hashtag #JustEconomy and you could win a free Just Economy Conference ticket. The National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC) launched a social media spirit contest to raise awareness

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NCRC Receives $1.3 Million USDA Grant For SNAP Workforce Development Programs

The National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC) received a $1.3 million, three-year grant from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) to provide workforce development programs, education and employment services under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program’s Employment and Training system (SNAP E&T). The grant will help NCRC’s network of more than 700 member organizations across the country

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NCRC Hires Roxana Smith as NCRC CDF Director of Relationship Development

Meet Roxana “Roxy” Smith, new Director of Relationship Development at the National Community Reinvestment Coalition Community Development Fund (NCRC CDF). Roxy will be instrumental in efforts to drive economic mobility and provide access to capital for underserved communities. Her work involves spearheading fundraising initiatives, cultivating corporate and philanthropic partnerships, developing new business opportunities and delivering

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Vote For Your Favorite 2025 Just Economy Conference Sessions

What would YOU like to see at the 2025 Just Economy Conference? We’ve opened up a selection of conference session ideas for public voting. Please vote and encourage your colleagues to do the same!  Voting will take place over the course of the next 10 days, opening today, November 7, and closing on November 15.

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