Since 2016, the Enterprise Faith-Based Development InitiativeSM has provided training, consulting, grant funding, and technical assistance to support the West Baltimore Ames Memorial United Methodist Church's vision to transform underutilized land into affordable housing.

As disasters increase in frequency and severity, it is more critical than ever to ensure disaster recovery programs are effective and responsive to the needs of impacted communities. Enterprise has long advocated for policies that promote resilience, efficiency, and adaptability in disaster recovery efforts, particularly around the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) program, which is the only source for federal long-term disaster housing recovery funding.

Housing and climate experts working in Puerto Rico and the mainland convened to discuss ongoing efforts to build more sustainable communities on the Island and ensure people with the lowest incomes are not left behind in disaster recovery and resilience.

The city of Rockford, Illinois - which just a decade ago struggled with a host of economic and demographic challenges - has undergone a remarkable turnaround. Enterprise Advisors recently spoke with Rockford Mayor Tom McNamara to explore Rockford’s success, and to gain insights into the strategies and lessons that could serve as a model for similar communities.