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11/30/2023

New report: Pandemic prompted nonprofits to pivot programs, expand roles to meet community need

COVID-19 and its aftermath have shifted how NeighborWorks network organizations serve their communities, and NeighborWorks America’s new report highlights how the nearly 250 nonprofits pivoted their programs and services, met residents’ needs and helped keep communities healthy, safe and connected.

10/24/2023

Survey: Stronger leadership, resident voices severely missing in affordable housing conversations

A majority of Americans are concerned about a lack of affordable housing in their communities, but few agree there is strong or sufficient leadership speaking on behalf of affordable housing or that resident voices are being heard, according to a new survey from NeighborWorks America.

9/6/2023

Next stop: Limitless possibilities; Emerging real estate leaders graduate from NeighborWorks' program

On Sept. 20, 18 real estate professionals from around the country will graduate from an inaugural program committed to empowering and developing talent, particularly leaders of color. NeighborWorks America’s Advancing Leaders in Real Estate Program provides participants with one-on-one mentoring and in-person and online training, including at NeighborWorks Training Institutes

8/16/2023

Navigating disaster response: Symposium on climate resilience highlights advancing equity for people of color

An Aug. 23 symposium in downtown Chicago will present solutions to build climate-resilient communities. “Climate
Resilience: Fostering Wealth, Health and Sustainability in Communities of Color” is the third in a year-long serieson advancing equity for people of color.

8/2/2023

Housing leader Marietta Rodriguez selected for The Nonprofit Times’ 2023 Power & Influence Top 50 List

NeighborWorks America President & CEO Marietta Rodriguez has been named one of the top working executives in the nonprofit sector on The Nonprofit Times’ 2023 NPT Power & Influence Top 50 list. The awards recognize 50 of the sector’s leaders for innovation, influence on the broader sector, and for developing organizational models that can be replicated.

7/12/2023

7 ways NeighborWorks America serves communities now

NeighborWorks America serves individuals and families by using comprehensive approaches to affordable housing and community development.

6/29/2023

NeighborWorks America awards $2.76 million in grants to help communities expand shared equity housing

NeighborWorks America announced that it awarded $2.76 million in grants to 15 NeighborWorks network organizations to plan, launch or grow shared equity housing programs.

6/22/2023

NeighborWorks America honors top community leaders with resident leadership award

Since 1992, the Dorothy Richardson Award for Resident Leadership has recognized resident leaders who inspire solidarity in their neighborhoods through cultural and community-driven strategies and work.

6/22/2023

NeighborWorks America appoints Rodney E. Hood board chair

NeighborWorks America announced the election of Rodney E. Hood as its board chair, effective June 23. Hood succeeds Martin Gruenberg of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.

6/14/2023

Homeownership hampered by inability to age in place and other factors

As the nation celebrates National Homeownership Month in June and how to increase opportunities for future homeowners, NeighborWorks America is proud to have increased the number of urban homeowners it has preserved by 97% since fiscal year 2020.

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Annual Report FY 2021

NeighborWorks America's mission is to help meet the housing and community development needs in communities across the nation. In 2021, that mission was more critical than ever. Read our annual report to learn how we, along with NeighborWorks network organizations, are making an impact. If you're interested in speaking to an expert or learning more information, please contact [email protected] or 202-760-4097.

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