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In this article, we explain nonprofits’ role in thriving communities, the amount of funding nonprofits receive from government sources, and the government funding challenges nonprofits were facing before the shutdown.
The FHFA’s New Tenant Protections Will Help Renters—but Are Just the First Step Additional protections would improve outcomes for renters and the GSEs.How Third Places Contribute to Thriving Communities Third places facilitate social connections that improve a person’s health, sense of belonging, and access to long-term prosperity, but these public spaces are in decline.If Social Security Runs Out of Money, Poverty among Older Adults and People with Disabilities Will Soar If the Social Security trust fund were depleted, the number of beneficiaries living in poverty would increase by more than 50 percent, and people of color and those with lower incomes would be most affected.How Cities Can Advance Equitable Climate Resilience Policies This proactive approach to policymaking is helping cities identify policy interventions in support of equitable climate resilience and health equity.Transit Stations along Highways Expose Riders to Pollution and Limit Development Opportunities Many transit stations across the country are built adjacent to highways, which can hinder transit uptake and transit-oriented development options near stations.Which Equity Tools and Resources Are a Good Fit for Your Community? By adopting a shared definition of equity across agencies, departments, and teams, local governments can identify resources tailored to their capacity and interests and work toward advancing equity in their community.
