This is part of a series of profiles showcasing the talented entrepreneurs of NCRC’s DC Women’s Business Center. GoPursue is a women-owned business started by Kathryn Breisch that helps students discover careers. What kind of product or service do you sell? We’re a Software-as-a-Service company that helps high school and college students figure out what […]
DCWBC Women Entrepreneur Profile: GoPursue Read More »
While many economic indicators are better than they have been in years, leading to recently published reports asserting that income inequality is not as bad as we have been told, many people are working multiple jobs just to get by.
What you need to know about income inequality Read More »
“The Constitution couldn’t be clearer on this stuff — And they are defying it anyway.”
NCRC Statement on Attempted CFPB Mass Firings Read More »
From the United States’ earliest beginnings, progress has been hampered by the challenges of building community-level capacity, which is undermining economic mobility for most Americans. Today’s economy has created an extremely competitive workforce environment where many talented, young individuals struggle to find meaningful career pathways that align with their values. Young professionals, those in the
Fellowship Programs: A Catalyst for Lasting Change and Systemic Impact Read More »
In response to President Trump’s illegal attempt to fire duly appointed and Congressionally confirmed members of the National Credit Union Administration board, National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC) President and CEO Jesse Van Tol released the following statement: “The president can’t just fire people the Congress confirmed for years-long terms. The Constitution isn’t a set of
Carol Johnson is the new NCRC Board Chair, bringing decades of experience fighting for civil rights at local, state and national levels.
Carol Johnson Elected Chair of NCRC Board of Directors Read More »
Analysis of Topline Figures in the April BLS Report The economy added 228,000 jobs in March, while the unemployment rate increased to 4.2%. In the midst of a brewing trade war and talks of a potential recession, the job gains caught forecasters off guard. We should note that the reference period for the establishment survey
The Recessionary War on Workers: April 2025 Race, Jobs and the Economy Update Read More »
The OCC’s Acting Comptroller of the Currency Rodney Hood spoke at the 2025 Just Economy Conference on how financial inclusion is the civil rights issue of our time.
NCRC President and CEO Jesse Van Tol sits down with National Urban League President Marc Morial to discuss the current political environment.
Imagine relying solely on predatory payday lenders or prepaid debit cards to secure the funds needed to meet your daily expenses. This is the reality for the 5.6 million households in the United States without access to the financial services that a bank or credit union can provide to historically underserved communities. Whether it’s an
NCRC And Its Members Expand Fair Banking Options In Underserved Communities Read More »
Rep. Maxine Waters speaks at the 2025 Just Economy Conference on the importance of the Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) Fund, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development.
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The National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC) will host the 2026 Just Economy Conference on April 13-14 in Washington, DC, with their members-only Hill Day occurring on April 15. Mark your calendars now, because 2026 will be here before you know it. You do NOT want to miss the national event for community, policy, government, business
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Fireside chat between Rebuilding News CEO Steve Waldman, Democracy Fund President Joe Goldman, URL Media CEO S. Mitra Kalita and NCRC CDF Executive Director Mac McNeil at the 2025 Just Economy Conference. They discussed reinvesting in local news.
Fireside Chat At The 2025 Just Economy Conference, Reinvest in Local News Read More »
NCRC President and CEO Jesse Van Tol presents The William Proxmire Award to Robert Dickerson, Executive Director of the Birmingham Business Resource Center at the 2025 Just Economy Conference, March 27,2005 in Washington, DC.
Bob Dickerson Receives The William Proxmire Award At The 2025 Just Economy Conference Read More »
A conversation between New York State Department of Financial Services Superintendent Adrienne A. Harris and NCRC Chief Policy Counsel Eden Forsythe at the Just Economy Conference on March 26, 2025
(Download) April 4th, 2025 VIA ELECTRONIC FILING Terry McMahon Via Email: terry.mcmahon@dfs.ny.gov RE: NCRC Comment on the New 3 NYCRR 120 – Compliance with Banking Law Section 28-bb Dear Mr. McMahon: The National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC), a network of over 700 community organizations dedicated to creating a nation that not only promises but delivers opportunities
NCRC’s Comment on New York’s Proposed State CRA Rules for Mortgage Companies Read More »
They discussed how community partnerships through NCRC’s community benefits agreements (CBAs) have redefined their business practices.
