UCANRs Community Economic Development programming focuses on Inclusive Economic Development. The four dominant paradigms of economic development (attraction and retention, small business development, ...

In my journey from a community development funder to a practitioner, I saw that many of us don’t fit within traditional definitions of community development. That exclusion is not by chance; it is ...

April 2, 2026The City of Santa Barbara is joining communities nationwide in celebrating National Community Development Week from April ...

Address social problems by promoting participative democracy, sustainable development, economic opportunities, and social justice. Implement strategic solutions and empower people within their ...

The City of Jacksonville is kicking off their ‘Community Development Week’ by celebrating two new homeowners and the ...

Build and lead stronger communities. The fields of policy studies and community development are aimed at finding democratic solutions to social problems. Learn how these applied, transdisciplinary ...

The latest Community Investments series examines the evolving landscape of AI and its implications for community development.

The city of Laredo proclaimed Community Development Week, emphasizing the impact of federal funding programs.

Some say improvements funded by West Valley City’s Community Development Block Grant program are bringing new life to ...

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATIONS (CDCs) are nonprofit, community-focused entities whose mission is to support their affiliated city neighborhoods with a range of programs such as affordable housing, ...

After tearing down 200 blighted homes in year one, the mayor’s team is now beefing up redevelopment efforts in Baton Rouge.

Purdue Extension aims to assist Indiana communities to have thriving and resilient economies, quality infrastructure and sustainable job opportunities for its residents. This thematic area provides ...