Are you a community leader or nonprofit wondering how this state law can bring resources to your community or amplify community development work? Are you an IL CRA covered lender wondering how you can support community development activities to comply with the law? Join us for a presentation and Q&A with CRA experts to learn […]
Nonprofits play a critical role in disaster recovery, but responding effectively requires strategic planning. This webinar will help leaders align recovery efforts with agency capacity, optimize fundraising, and navigate key partnerships. Join us to strengthen your nonprofit’s impact and ensure responsible stewardship of community resources.
As a business owner, you’ve invested your time, energy, and resources into building your business—but is your financial future as secure as your company? Many entrepreneurs make the critical mistake of relying solely on their business as their retirement plan. Don’t let that be you! Join us for a powerful workshop designed to equip you […]
Instructor: Pamelia Harris From the devastating California wildfires and Kentucky floods to the blizzards that struck the Northeast, recent disasters have deeply impacted many of our nonprofit service areas. In times of widespread crisis, nonprofit organizations play a critical role in supporting local Emergency Managers and government-led recovery efforts. As nonprofit leaders, we must ensure […]
Instructor: Leigh Lester Course Description: This is a foundational Fair Housing Basics course, incorporating new regulatory changes and current guidance while retaining essential principles of fair housing education. Participants will review the core elements of fair housing law, history, and complaint procedures alongside updates in the AFFH rule and recent administrative changes. Key topics include: […]
The National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA) will host Forum 2025: "Today's Choices, Tomorrow's Impact," in San Francisco, CA, April 9-13, 2025. NCRC's Chief of Institutional Accountability and Community Engagement Catherine Crosby will be speaking on the panel: Place-based strategies: Leveraging private capital to meet local needs on April 11 at 11:45 am PT. […]
Graduate students with a passion for economic justice: Join us for an informational webinar to learn more about the application process to be a 2025 NCRC Fellow completing an 8-month, paid fellowship project at a community development organization in your local community. Fellows will speadhead projects that address pressing issues such as climate resilience, affordable […]
Proper financial systems and record-keeping are essential for business success. This webinar will guide entrepreneurs and small business owners through best practices for setting up and managing financial records efficiently. Topics covered include selecting the right accounting software, organizing financial documents, tracking expenses and revenue, and ensuring compliance with tax and reporting requirements. Gain the […]
Understanding how to borrow wisely is key to growing your business without unnecessary financial strain. This webinar will cover the essentials of small business borrowing, including covering SBA guidelines, loan options, eligibility requirements, how to prepare a strong loan application, and tips for securing the best financing options. Learn best practices for securing financing and […]
Instructor: Sue Ortiz HUD-certified housing counseling agencies are required to maintain accurate and comprehensive action plans that include a required financial analysis. One of the top reasons agencies fail HUD audits is due to deficiencies in these areas. Even if your agency is not HUD certified this webinar will help you work with customers using […]
Learn the ins and outs of optimizing your website for search engines, improving visibility, and driving organic traffic. From keyword research to on-page optimization, equip yourself with the skills to enhance your website’s search engine rankings and attract more potential customers. Come ready to immerse yourself in an interactive environment where you can actively participate, […]
Instructor: Pamelia Harris Description: This dynamic webinar will explore the key challenges that homebuyers face on the path to homeownership—including rising housing costs, credit barriers, limited housing inventory, and systemic inequities. Participants will gain insights into how these obstacles affect different communities and learn practical strategies to help clients navigate them. Through real-world examples and […]
