Spotlight Innovators from the Valuing Homes in Black Communities Challenge, hosted by Economic Architecture and the Brookings Institution, will share new innovations and strategies in the housing equity space. Hear from Doug Ryan of Grounded Solutions Network, Tamara Knox of Frolic and John Haines from Community Investment Trust on how new approaches to sustainable homeownership […]
The Community Reinvestment Act (CRA), the federal law passed by Congress in 1977 as a response to redlining, is an important tool that we can use to help the communities we serve. CRA requires banks to meet the lending, investment, and banking services needs of the entire community, including low- and moderate-income (LMI) people. While […]
Are you making the most of your NCRC Membership? Do you know NCRC offers policy and research expertise? Join us to learn what resources, services, content and networking opportunities your membership includes and how being an NCRC member can help you in your fight for a #JustEconomy. NCRC staff share tips for making the most […]
As the fiscal year draws to a close, housing counseling and community service agencies must ensure their operations, reporting, and documentation are not just complete—but compliant and audit-ready. This timely session will help you sharpen your year-end strategy, avoid common pitfalls, and close out your fiscal year with confidence.Designed for HUD-approved housing counseling agencies and […]
Please complete the pre-assessment before the first session on 7/14/2025. Preparing for the HUD Housing Counseling Exam can be daunting when tackling it on your own. Research shows that working together in a collaborative environment allows individuals to learn the material better than when working alone. Join other housing counselors in this virtual experience where […]
When clients are facing both housing instability and food insecurity, meaningful support requires a holistic approach. This session explores practical strategies and tools housing counselors and community service providers can use to address hunger alongside housing needs. You’ll learn how to identify signs of food insecurity, connect clients to local and federal nutrition resources, and […]
Breaking into the corporate market can be a game-changer for small businesses, but navigating the complexities of B2B sales requires the right strategy. In this webinar, we’ll cover key insights on how to market and sell your product and services to corporate buyers.
The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the adoption of digital technology in financial services, transforming how consumers and small businesses access credit. Open banking—the secure sharing of customers’ financial data with third parties— offers a promising opportunity to expand credit access for underserved small businesses that have been shut out of traditional financial services due to the […]
Join NCRC CDF for the two-day virtual event, Get Funded: Financial Readiness & Capital Access, August 6-7, 2025. The event is designed to equip entrepreneurs with tools and guidance to become funding-ready, including the opportunity to hear directly from the contestants of our Get Funded: Pitch Competition. Day One will be an engaging, interactive event. […]
Growth is exciting - but it can also strain your finances if not managed wisely. As your business expands, so do your expenses, responsibilities, and risks. This webinar will explore how to maintain financial health while scaling, so you don’t outgrow your resources. You’ll learn how to: Whether you’re opening a new location, hiring staff, […]
The next three years will challenge housing counselors like never before. This course offers practical tools, strategic insight, and real-world examples to help you adapt, stay compliant, and continue serving your community in a changing landscape. Join us for Surviving the Next Three Years: A Roadmap for Housing Counselors and prepare your agency for what’s […]
Strategic collaborations can take your business to the next level, but knowing how to effectively leverage influencers and partnerships is key to maximizing your reach. In this webinar, we’ll explore: Measuring the impact of influencer and partnership marketing How to identify the right influencers and brand partners Best practices for building authentic collaborations Strategies for […]
