LISC DC

Melanie Stern, LISC DC's Senior Lending Officer, recently visited Miami to learn more from the Connecting Communities and Capital (3C) Miami team and their small scale development initiative. Melanie was able to tour 3C Miami's key neighborhoods, North Miami and Little Haiti, and learn more about local projects. In addition, there were many opportunities for cross-city sharing and collaboration. We're excited to learn from the insights Melanie gathered at this convening and apply them to the 3C initiative that LISC co-leads in DC!

Proud to stand with LISC DC and our community partners once again in urging Congress to protect the HUD Section 4 program. This critical funding supports the revitalization of underserved neighborhoods, expanding affordable housing, creating jobs, and driving economic growth. Investing in our communities means investing in a stronger future.

HUD’s recent cancellation of Section 4 local capacity building grants is a severe blow to the nation’s infrastructure of #affordablehousing and, if sustained, will damage local economies for years to come. For over 30 years, LISC has leveraged Section 4 resources to help local organizations develop affordable housing, support local businesses, and create economic opportunities. These funds have empowered nonprofits to upgrade their operations, expand their reach, and foster long-term growth in both urban and rural areas. We’re appealing this cancellation and urging others to speak out as well. Your organization can join our letter to Congress to help protect this essential funding for communities. Please sign by March 19: https://lnkd.in/eHR_3-6m

The sun is out and spring is near... a perfect day for a groundbreaking! ?? On Tuesday,?Jubilee Housing broke ground on the King Emmanuel Baptist Church which will bring affordable housing for returning citizens in the heart of the city. This innovative project will feature an aquaponics farm and workforce model for its residents. LISC is proud to have supported this project at its early stages with an acquisition loan. We are excited to see this community thrive among many of Jubilee's adjacent properties! #affordablehousing

LISC DC is looking to retain the services of a communications/design consultant or firm to help our team create a logo for the Blue Line Corridor Coalition. Proposals will be accepted until March 21st, 2025. Please email proposals and qualifications to [email protected]. Visit our website or https://lnkd.in/e8EJMEE6 for more details. Tag or send to someone who may be a good fit!

"We've seen in the history of community development in the city and nationally what happens when stakeholders come together across common goals to shape their communities for the better." - Bryan Franklin, LISC DC Deputy Director Last month, LISC DC had the pleasure of hosting our 2025 Coffee Break Kick-off which convened partners, funders, and other stakeholders in the community development and affordable housing industries from across the DMV region. This space allowed us to discuss the achievements and challenges of the last year while painting a collective vision for 2025. Check out our recap video to hear about LISC DC's Project 100: Sights, Sites, and Insights initiative last year as well as from our amazing partners who are working on important projects and programs in our region.?https://lnkd.in/e6-ejpzv We are thankful to Wells Fargo, TD Bank, and Forbright Bank for their generous support of our 2025 Coffee Break Kick-off event, which would not have been possible without their contributions.

Applications for the 6th annual Oramenta Newsome Community Development Fellowship are live! This fellowship is a great opportunity for early to mid-career professionals who are interested in the community development field. Apply by March 7th. Visit our website to learn more or apply via Greenhouse https://lnkd.in/ek3DZVqq.

Guess WHAT?! ?? You're Invited! ?? #ECCDMV??: Are you a women-owned construction business ready to level up? Join Women Build DC, a five-week, no-cost program designed to empower you with expert training on green building, sustainability, and competitive business strategies ??. Apply now ??: https://buff.ly/4gv7vtb ?? When: March 4 – April 2, 2025 | Tuesdays & Thursdays ? Time: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm (EDT) ?? Location: Virtual (with in-person sessions on April 1st and April 2nd) ?? Application Deadline: February 26, 2025 ?? Priority for businesses in DC (Wards 5, 7, 8) MD, & VA

With a special election coming up fast, join CSG and RISE Prince George’s for "Building a Shared Prosperity for Prince George's," a discussion with County Executive candidates on linking economic development, housing, and smart growth. View via Zoom or attend in person in Riverdale. This event will take place on Tuesday, February 18th at 3pm at Solid Rock Church (5401 Good Luck Rd, Riverdale, MD). RSVP to attend in person: https://lnkd.in/emXG2CR4. Can't attend in person? Register to attend via zoom: https://lnkd.in/edRdbzmh Co-sponsoring non-profit organizations: RISE Prince George’s Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) Enterprise Community Partners Housing Association of Nonprofit Developers (HAND) Purple Line Corridor Coalition (PLCC) Housing Initiative Partnership (HIP) The Capital Market Coalition for Smarter Growth Sowing Empowerment and Economic Development (SEED) The sponsors are 501(c)(3) organizations and this is a permitted educational activity. By law, these organizations do not endorse or work on behalf of any candidate for public office. We hope you can attend or join us online.

Applications for the 6th annual Oramenta Newsome Community Development Fellowship are now live! This fellowship is a great opportunity for early to mid-career professionals who are interested in the community development field and supporting local initiatives in Washington, DC. Visit our website to learn more about this opportunity or apply at https://lnkd.in/ek3DZVqq. Repost and share with your networks! #InternshipOpportunity #CommunityDevelopment #WashingtonDC