Can smart applications of financial technology give small businesses a competitive edge? Check out innovative products that allow small businesses to more efficiently manage capital flow and to provide valuable benefits to their employees with minimal cost. Hear from the entrepreneurs behind these products directly, and consider how they might help the businesses you serve. […]
Join NCRC for a members-only deep dive on the recently released Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) rule. We asked you what you needed from NCRC around the final rule, and we’re using your input to help shape this conversation. Join us as we discuss: Speakers: Kevin Hill, Senior Policy Advisor, NCRC Catherine Crosby, Chief of Community Engagement […]
Join NCRC member Community Reinvestment Alliance of Florida for an empowering workshop designed to deepen your understanding of the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA). NCRC's Senior CRA Analyst Catherine Petrusz will be presenting. Here's what you can expect: Understand the history of CRA. Understand how CRA is implemented, and some issues with enforcement. This section will […]
Citizens on tribal lands live starkly different lives from Americans living in other areas, with limited quality-of-life necessities like electricity, fresh water, sanitation and heating and cooling systems for housing. Learn how tribal areas have been cut out of the financial system, and what can be done about it in our webinar "Redlining the Reservation" […]
How do we build regional economies rooted in community ownership? As Stacey Sutton wrote to introduce an NPQ article series last fall on "Solidarity Economies—Building Community Power," the growth of solidarity economy organizations across the country over the last decade has been “somewhat astounding.” In this webinar, cosponsored by the New Economy Coalition, we build on the contributions from that […]
Instructor: Siddeequah "Sid" Alvarado 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 peer discussion, exploration of the six […]
Habitat for Humanity's 2024 Affiliate Conference is March 4-7 in Atlanta, Georgia. NCRC's Senior Policy Advisor Kevin Hill will be speaking on the panel, "The Community Reinvestment Act (CRA): What is it? How Can Affiliates Use It to Increase Production?" Panel DescriptionThe Community Reinvestment Act, or CRA, is a federal law designed to encourage commercial […]
Looking to take your business to the next level with secure funding? Join the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta and Small Business Majority for a free webinar focused on funding options for small businesses. Their expert speakers will guide you through the various funding options available, helping you determine the right choice for your business. […]
In today's dynamic business landscape, entrepreneurs often face unique challenges. "The 5 Steps to Freedom" webinar offers a roadmap for success. Attendees will learn to envision their dream business, create a solid strategy, master marketing and branding, build strong customer relationships, and embrace adaptation and innovation. This interactive webinar provides actionable insights through engaging presentations […]
Join NCRC President and CEO Jesse Van Tol on Wednesday, March 13 from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET at Asset Founders Network's webinar, "Changes to the Community Reinvestment Act: An Opportunity for Asset Building Philanthropy," to hear about how the impending changes to the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) can enhance wealth-building initiatives for low- […]
Join the Nonprofit Quarterly for the next installment in their Remaking the Economy series. What are the economic policies the nation needs to build thriving communities in which Black Americans can thrive? As Amara Enyia wrote in the introduction to a recent NPQ series on The Vision for Black Lives: An Economic Policy Agenda, “the Black radical tradition has […]
Are you prepared to elevate your business? Join us for an engaging webinar featuring Lucretia Freeman-Buster, a former banker and small business expert, as she demystifies the intricacies of business financing. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or an experience business owner, this session is designed to equip you with the knowledge and resources necessary to […]
