Blog: Economic Development
Central Corridor Purchasing Study Demonstrates the Transformative Power Anchors Can Have in Their Local Community
Anchor institutions, or large, place-based organizations such as universities and hospitals, have always played significant economic roles in their communities. Read More
For Cities With Diversity Goals, Pre-Apprenticeships Prove Critical
There’s been much discussion about how the jobs being created today are either well-paying, highly-skilled positions or low-wage jobs for low-skill workers. Read More
California-Based CDFI Funnels $50M in Resources to Inner Cities
During last week’s Inner City Economic Summit, participants had the chance to tour some of the new developments taking place in downtown Detroit. Read More
#ICSummit15 Panelists: Access to Capital, Skilled Labor Remain Critical to Inner City Growth
What strategies are working to create jobs, income and wealth for the nation’s inner city residents? Read More
#ICSummit2015 Preview: Focus: Hope’s Rashida Thomas Talks Detroit
Throughout its history Detroit has experienced major social changes, from its postwar economic prosperity and the 1967 race riots that divided the city to its current resurgence and revitalization. Read More