News in “Community & Economic Development”
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June 9, 2009 -
In the Media
"Creative New Venture to Help Communities Revitalize Neighborhoods Hit Hard by Foreclosures"
From Press Release Point
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June 1, 2009 -
In the Media
"'Green Boot Camp' at Harvard to Draw Top Officials from 17 U.S. Cities and the Obama Administration"
From Reuters
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May 19, 2009 -
Press release
Helping Communities Revitalize Neighborhoods Hit Hard by Foreclosures
The National Community Stabilization Trust, a new collaborative venture of nonprofit housing organizations, private philanthropies, and financial institutions announced the launch of its national effort. Read More
March 12, 2009 -
Video
Partners in Change - The New Communities Program
In 16 communities across Chicago, the Local Initiatives Support Corporation -- with the help of the MacArthur Foundation -- is leading the nation's largest commitment to comprehensive community development: the New Communities Program.
Read MoreMarch 9, 2009 -
From the field
Foreclosure Filings Continue to Grow in Chicago Region
This report from MacArthur grantee the Woodstock Institute shows that foreclosure filings in the Chicago region continue to grow. Read More
January 15, 2009 -
Press release
Stabilizing Neighborhoods Hit by Foreclosure Crisis
Mayor Richard M. Daley outlined the city’s plans for using more than $55 million from federal and private sources to revitalize Chicago neighborhoods hardest hit by the national mortgage foreclosure crisis. Read More
January 15, 2009 -
Speech
Remarks by MacArthur President Jonathan Fanton at the City of Chicago’s Foreclosure Press Conference
MacArthur President Jonathan Fanton describes new Foundation initiatives intended to help stabilize Chicago neighborhoods hard hit by vacancy and foreclosure. Read More
December 18, 2008 -
Video
Edward Glaeser on the Future of American Cities
In a roundtable interview with MacArthur President Jonathan Fanton, Harvard University's Edward Glaeser discusses the future of American cities.
Read MoreDecember 9, 2008 -
From the field
Community Development Banks Gain Access to New Federal Funds
The Treasury Department announced that banks that are certified as community development financial institutions (CDFIs) can utilize funds from the government’s $700-billion financial rescue package. Read More
November 24, 2008 -
In the Media
"A Tough Time to Draw New Donors"
From the Chicago Tribune
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October 28, 2008 -
Press release
Helping Chicago Organizations Increase Their International Connections
MacArthur awarded $260,000 in new grants to help diverse Chicago organizations increase their international connections with eight countries. Read More
October 15, 2008 -
Press release
MacArthur Commits $68 Million to Foreclosure Prevention and Mitigation in Chicago
To help combat the growing lending crisis and the rise of foreclosures in Chicago, MacArthur is investing $68 million in grants and low-interest loans in foreclosure prevention and mitigation efforts in local neighborhoods. Read More
October 15, 2008 -
Speech
Remarks by Jonathan Fanton at the Announcement of the Foreclosure Prevention & Mitigation Project
MacArthur President Jonathan Fanton details the Foundation's commitment of at least $68 million dollars to keep homeowners in homes, assist renters displaced by foreclosure, and help the City of Chicago return foreclosed homes to the ... Read More
