Community Development
Community Development is a key priority for local and state government agencies, focusing on improving the quality of life in communities through economic growth, housing, and social services. By fostering strong, vibrant communities, governments can address poverty, unemployment, and access to resources. This directory provides articles on community development and related topics like Economic Development, which explores strategies for job creation and attracting investments that drive regional growth.
First responders across the country joined Lexipol in highlighting wellness themes focused on fitness, mental health, peer support and connection
The program offers funding ranging from $5,000 to $20,000 per project
IHCDA’s CreatINg Places program funds will be used to expand the festival with new signage, banners and talent costs
The grant will create the North Texas Handle With Care Network to identify and support at-risk children and families
Federal judge took just five minutes to tell HUD and DOGE to reinstate grant funds to four fair housing projects
National fire and EMS groups wrote a letter to HHS Secretary RFK Jr. stating that cuts to firefighter safety programs could have long-term consequences for first responder health
Interim Chief Mark Kreamer is now officially leading Cheshire EMS, focusing on training, first responder partnerships and managing rising costs as federal funding phases out
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The “peacekeepers” in the new unit received training in areas including crowd de-escalation tactics and crisis interruption
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