Last week, at the ULI mid-summer gathering in Oklahoma City, local officials and ULI members shared the remarkable story of the city's resilience and rebirth. From the harrowing moments of the Oklahoma City Federal Building bombing to the efforts to revitalize downtown, the panel shared their experiences on how a community overcame tragedy and rebuilt from the ground up. The panel included members of ULI’s 1995 Advisory Service Panel— Jim Klingbeil (Chairman of Klingbeil Capital Management and former Chair of the ULI Foundation) and Lynne Sagalyn (Professor Emerita at Columbia Business School)—who played pivotal roles in developing strategies for reconstructing the downtown core. Their insights, combined with the expertise of industry leaders from Oklahoma City—A J Kirkpatrick, AICP (ADG Blatt), Ronald Bradshaw (Colony Partners), and Cathy O'Connor (COalign Group)—provided a profound understanding of urban resilience and community strength, honoring the past while moving forward. ULI’s Advisory Services remain one of the most important ways for urban development professionals to give back to communities through donating their professional time and providing creative and holistic solutions that cities need today and tomorrow. Learn more about ULI’s advisory services here: https://lnkd.in/eqEj_ZdH Urban Land Institute (ULI) Oklahoma #UrbanDevelopment #CommunityResilience #commercialrealestate
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The power of collaboration of between American Leadership Forum senior fellows: In a heartening display of community spirit, Habitat for Humanity Merced/Stanislaus Counties (senior fellows Anita Hellam & Ashlee Williams) has partnered with PG&E Corporation Foundation (senior fellow Michael Gaffney), Calvary Assembly of God Church, and local organizations to address the housing crisis following the severe storms and flooding that ravaged Merced and Stanislaus counties earlier this year. Habitat for Humanity Merced/Stanislaus Counties CEO Anita Hellam emphasized the devastation in various regions, with many survivors still residing in damaged structures or transitional housing. To support the long-term volunteers working on reconstruction projects, a unique collaboration emerged between Habitat for Humanity and the Calvary Assembly of God Church, led by Pastor Juan Ochoa. A grant from PG&E Corporation Foundation has made it possible to renovate a church-owned property in Merced, transforming it into temporary housing for volunteers. Michael Gaffney, Division Operations Representative of PG&E's Central Valley Region, celebrated the partnership and its reflection of shared values in fostering compassionate, resilient communities. This remarkable joint effort also includes contributions from Habitat for Humanity California, Habitat for Humanity International, First 5 of Merced County, and donations of materials and supplies to the Habitat ReStore. The project aims to provide a comfortable living space for dedicated volunteers traveling from across the nation to assist in rebuilding efforts over the next three years. #ALFseniorfellow #americanleadershipforum #collaboration #community
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9 Community Builders & Books that every community builder should know. 1️⃣ - Jane Addams: Pioneer social worker. Advocate for the marginalized. Founded Hull House. Her legacy? Priceless. 2️⃣ - Saul Alinsky: Master of neighborhood organization. Gave power to the people. Community organizer legend. 3️⃣ - Dorothy Day: Catholic Worker Movement founder. Served the poor and led with personal sacrifice. 4️⃣ - Wangari Maathai: Green Belt Movement orchestrator. Empowered women. Planted trees. Nobel Peace Prize winner. 5️⃣ - Abby Rockefeller: Philanthropist with a heart for community. Open spaces in New York? Her work. 6️⃣ - Ross Cappy: Affordable housing advocate. Strengthened community in NY. A true coop hero. 7️⃣ - Grace Lee Boggs: Detroit's grassroots change agent. Bottom-up revolution was her forte. 8️⃣ - Rob Hopkins: Transition Town creator. Building local resilience? Check his Transition Handbook. 9️⃣ - John McKnight: ABCD co-founder. Mapping assets in distressed neighborhoods? His genius. 📚 Must-Reads for Community Builders: - Bowling Alone by Robert Putnam: A deep dive into the decline of "social capital." - The Abundant Community by McKnight & Block: A definitive guide to building community from the ground up. - Tactics for Hope by Mark Warren: Get inspired by everyday leaders who made a difference. - Building Communities from the Inside Out by Kretzmann & McKnight: The toolkit for transforming neighborhoods. Learn from the best Be a part of change. Because community building isn't a job; it's a calling. #CommunityBuilding #RoleModels #Resources
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Part 2 of the zoning blog series is up on our News and Events page! Part 2 focuses on the complicated history of zoning that most people don’t know. Religious and racial restrictions, class, and social conditions all played a part in defining Central Ohio zoning codes. Click the link to read Glennon Sweeney's editorial piece on the history of zoning. https://lnkd.in/gyMxkShc #buildingworthingtonsfuture #growwithbwf
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This article will give you a sense for the call I heard and the great work being done by so many in North County (and now me).
Something truly special is happening in North St. Louis County. Read Beyond Housing CEO Chris Krehmeyer’s new article in St. Louis Magazine on some of the many organizations helping to create real change for our region and why building on this momentum is critical for the future of St. Louis. https://lnkd.in/gmAdT7rN
How North St. Louis County is achieving a critical mass to move the region forward
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This video is a true testament of why the work that New Jersey Community Capital does is so very important. We are creating economic and financial opportunities to traditionally underserved communities through lending, real estate and community development and making a true difference in the lives of many people and families. Please watch this video when you have a chance to learn more - https://ow.ly/bLRP50Qg69J. #cdfi #cdfis #communitydevelopment #financialgrowth #economicdevelopment #economicgrowth
Due to an unforeseen power outage, New Jersey Community Capital was forced to cancel its 35th Anniversary Celebration. We apologize for any inconvenience to our supporters as we were excited to celebrate this milestone year with all of you. Please join us in congratulating our award winners! • Funder of the Year – PNC Bank • Developer of the Year – GonSosa Development, Inc.: A. Gonsosa Enterprises and R. Gonsosa Development • Community Organization of the Year – The Children's Home Society of NJ • Small Business of the Year – JAS Group Enterprise, Inc. Since 1987, New Jersey Community Capital has facilitated the investment of over $914 million into underserved communities, supporting the creation and preservation of 13,514 affordable housing units, 34,295 education seats, 9,601 early care seats, and 21,945 jobs. Here are a few testimonials highlighting our important work over the past year: https://ow.ly/bLRP50Qg69J We look forward to seeing you all at our Spring 2024 Gala – stay tuned for details regarding our next event! Sincerely, Bernel Hall President & CEO, New Jersey Community Capital Richard K. Bynum, William Best, Alberto Goncalves, RICARDO SOSA, Michael Sawyer, Dawud Bey, Raul Cabrera
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A recent report from the Minneapolis Fed sheds light on a promising trend that could mean great news for affordable housing. Findings from the report reveal that for every 100 new market-rate units, 70 vacancies open up in lower-income neighborhoods. Data from Detroit's Housing and Revitalization Department reveals since 2018, more than 2,000 housing units have been developed for diverse income levels, while more than 9,500 units have been "preserved" for our residents. This isn't just about buildings; it's about building a better future for Detroit residents. https://bit.ly/3U2z5Wo #HWF #detroit #foundation #philanthropy #affordablehousing #equity
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I believe that something truly special is happening in North St. Louis County. The progress that is taking place here is not just because of our own organization’s work—it’s the result of many organizations coming together to form a critical mass. Please read my latest article in St. Louis Magazine on some of the organizations helping to move the needle for our region and why building on this momentum is critical for our region's future. https://lnkd.in/gMF_EKJZ
How North St. Louis County is achieving a critical mass to move the region forward
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Explore the future of housing at Housing Leadership Day with the 'Social Housing in my backyard' workshop. Learn how social housing can tackle California's housing crisis. Register now at
Housing Leadership Day 2023
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Empower Missouri has been working to deeply listen to and understand not just the struggles and imminent needs of tenants, unhoused and housing insecure individuals, but also their vision for the future. We are clear that investment in the leadership of those most impacted by the housing crisis is of the highest priority, and that's why we're launching the Housing Justice Fellowship, in partnership with Springfield Tenants Unite. Read more about how and why we're investing in the leadership and skills of impacted community members in our Weekly Perspective: https://lnkd.in/g_a3NQJc
Deepening Our Commitment to Building Power Together - Empower Missouri
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We’re pleased to share a new impact report for the East Metro Main Street Economic Revitalization Program, which supported 42 Saint Paul nonprofits and businesses that faced immense challenges the past four years due to the pandemic, civil unrest and other obstacles. With support from F. R. Bigelow Foundation and other funding partners, the Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development granted $3.7 million to nonprofits and $3.3 million to businesses in the Snelling-University-Rice Cultural District, the East Side community and along West Seventh Street in Saint Paul. 100% of the funded projects serve communities that have been historically under- and dis-invested by traditional funding, and 85% of the projects are owned or led by people of color. We’re proud to have been a partner in this program and support the vitality of East Metro communities. Read more about the projects and their impact → https://hubs.ly/Q02x4vmn0 #EastMetroMainStreet #SaintPaul #CommunityDevelopment #StPaulMN
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Also be sure to watch this video from Urban Land Institute (ULI) Oklahoma on the Advisory Service Panel's involvement in the rebuilding and redevelopment of downtown OKC - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sdr6ZHyQe7s