LISC Gr. Cincinnati

We work with local groups on both sides of the river to help neighbors transform communities into great places to live, work, do business, and raise families.

[Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) @LISC_HQ]

The new #housing initiative will help unlock millions of dollars in equity and contribute to closing the racial wealth gap in under-resourced communities in the region. Learn more: https://t.co/M4Rcws6crp [2/2] @LISC_Cincy

[Denise Driehaus @DeniseDriehaus]

Excited to announce the Revive + Thrive Home Repair Loan Program, a partnership between @HamiltonCntyOH, @CityOfCincy, @LISC_Cincy, @HabitatCincy, Working in Neighborhoods, and Warsaw Federal!

[Councilmember Reggie Harris @CMReggieHarris]

Thank you @DonovanEnergy , @LISC_Cincy , @CinDevFund , Kaiker Development Co. , Stephen Brown and all of our partners who helped to put together today's speakers series on how Cincinnatians can access the billions available in funding for green projects.

[Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) @LISC_HQ]

Youth in under-resourced communities deserve quality, safe spaces for sports! If you are a #nonprofit looking to improve the physical environment for youth sports, apply by September 5 for a grant from LISC + The @DICKS
Foundation. Learn more: https://t.co/0TVdTQKJI1

[Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) @LISC_HQ]

Over the past 3 years, LISC and Foot Locker Foundation have awarded grants to 50+ youth-serving nonprofits nationwide. Could your #nonprofit be next? Learn more about the Community Empowerment Program and apply for grants up to $100K by Sept 30: https://t.co/JNLZyjeEBy

[Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) @LISC_HQ]

Tiffany turned her family's Southern recipes into a thriving #smallbiz during the pandemic. With flavors like sweet potato pie, and help from The Greater Cincinnati Microenterprise Initiative - supported by @usbank Foundation + @LISC_Cincy - she expanded to a commercial kitchen!

[Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) @LISC_HQ]

We’re thrilled to work with The @DICKS Foundation on the Game On-Community Places to Play Initiative! 🥎🥍🏈⚽️ If you're a #nonprofit looking to build or renovate sports facilities for youth in under-resourced communities, apply for a grant by September 5: https://t.co/yD9yiLYVe5

[Hamilton County, OH @HamiltonCntyOH]

Hamilton County Commissioners announce the launch of their $5.3 million Lead Safe Ohio program to help eligible homeowners afford home repairs. Learn more here: - https://t.co/p4uZLSxZkP

[Denise Driehaus @DeniseDriehaus]

80% of homes built before 1978 contain lead based paint. Long term exposure to can impact mental and physical health. We are announcing that we received $5.3 million from the state to create an abatement program for eligible homeowners. Call 513-366-4697 to determine eligibility.

[Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) @LISC_HQ]

We're thrilled to share that the #WhatsPossible project is available for download! The free book brings together experts from the climate, finance and #commdev sectors and offers actionable solutions to build more #resilient, #sustainable and #equitable communities. [1/2]

[Soapbox Cincinnati @SoapboxCincy]

@NewUrbanism has agreed to sponsor a “legacy project” in Norwood. Norwood Together, @LISC_Cincy, @Interact4Health, and other organizations have been working together to improve the quality of life in the city. https://t.co/4wGUFi43fM

#CommunityDevelopment #CommunityStories

[Jeff Conway @jeffconway]

Meet Jasmine Davis, Founder/CEO of Sweet Jazz Treats Bakery in Cincinnati, Ohio.

With the help of @KevinHart4real’s Coramino Fund, Jasmine was able to hire more bakers, increase inventory and create internships within her community.

More at @Forbes: https://t.co/AqIgRW4GKr

[Cincinnati Business Courier @BusinessCourier]

“We need to avoid California-style housing policies. We need our local governments to cut red tape.” https://t.co/1yMQ98KFm1

[Lucy May @LucyMayCincy]

Cincinnati offering small grants as 'Seeds of Change' for community climate projects - via @becca_costello https://t.co/o3itVfvxek

[Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) @LISC_HQ]

We’re publishing a book! Counting down the days until LISC x @EnterpriseNow's #WhatsPossible, a timely + critical collection of essays on the relationship between climate resilience and community development, rolls off the presses. https://t.co/GD4XDikIj4 @LISC_BOSTON @LISC_Phx

[Lucy May @LucyMayCincy]

Greater Cincinnati's housing shortage is among the least severe (but it's still really bad) - via @becca_costello https://t.co/YrwtDZd4i3

[Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) @LISC_HQ]

Happening now: tune in! https://t.co/fEhL3qBKJi and follow @LISC_Policy for a recap.

[Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) @LISC_HQ]

📢 Join us for a #CVIPI webinar! Discover how municipalities + agencies prioritize resources for community violence intervention or #CVI. Explore traditional vs. nontraditional data sources + strategies to minimize bias. Don't miss this crucial discussion! https://t.co/moJJDcHa0I

[Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) @LISC_HQ]

Happy Women's History Month! This month, and every day, we recognize and celebrate the remarkable contributions women have made in community development. From advocacy to entrepreneurship, their dedication shapes brighter futures for us all. Stay tuned for more! #WHM

[Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) @LISC_HQ]

Tenant Right to Purchase Act (#TOPA) coupled with #commdev investment is creating security and opportunity for communities threatened by gentrification in DC and across the country.

Here are free resources on TOPA and much more: https://t.co/ek3H2lZugx