New Name. Same Mission.

2024 Impact Report

As we reflect on the incredible work we’ve accomplished over the past year, we’re excited to share a big change with you…

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Application Now Open: ELEVATE Cohort V

ELEVATE Cohort V’s is designed to empower and support minority-owned businesses committed to advancing the green economy, integrating sustainability practices, and driving environmental innovation.

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RE-RELEASED: Guide to Small Business Financing

We’ve updated our Guide to Small Business Financing!
Take a look and navigate the various local lenders and loan products to find the best financing option for your business.

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The New DCSmallBizHelp is Here!

Your one-stop resource hub to help plan, start, and grow your small business is now LIVE!

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DC Community Anchor Partnership

The DC Community Anchor Partnership (DCAP) is a collaborative committed to leveraging their operations to advance equitable economic development in the District of Columbia.

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DC Landlord Partnership Fund

The District of Columbia is facing a severe shortage of affordable housing and a shortage of landlords willing to lease affordable units to households with histories of homelessness.

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The Coalition (formerly CNHED)

We leverage our cross-sector network and convening power to advance innovative community economic development solutions that address the inequity of under-resourced communities in the District of Columbia.

We Listen.

We bring together practitioners, residents, elected officials and others to understand the challenges facing the field.

We Interpret.

We brainstorm comprehensive strategies to address these challenges inclusive of research, policy change, community engagement, and programmatic initiatives.

We Innovate.

We design and implement holistic, systems change solutions encompassing research, public policy, community engagement, capacity building, and high-impact initiatives.

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Recent News & Updates

December 16, 2024

2024 Impact Report | Introducing The Coalition

As we reflect on the incredible work we’ve accomplished over the past year, we’re excited to share a big change with you — one that marks the beginning of a new chapter for our organization. After much thought and conversation, we’re pleased to announce that the Coalition for Nonprofit Housing and Economic Development (CNHED) is now simply The Coalition.

Advocacy Asset Building Capacity Building/Training Community Engagement CVA DC Community Anchor Partnership DC Landlord Partnership DCSmallBizHelp Case Studies ELEVATE Events Housing Impact/Case Study Public Policy Resources Small Business The Coalition Updates VISTA Strong Communities Program Workforce Development
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December 18, 2024

Applications Now Open for ELEVATE Cohort V

The Coalition (formerly CNHED) is pleased to announce recruitment for the fifth cohort of its ELEVATE Minority Executive Education Program! The Coalition is accepting applications for ELEVATE Cohort V now through Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at 11:59 PM, and interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.

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Upcoming Events

Event Details

January 21, 2025

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Supportive Housing Working Group Meeting

Strengthening the capacity of members to develop and operate supportive housing and improving District processes.

Supportive Housing Working Group
Event Details

January 22, 2025

1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Housing Committee Meeting

Coordinating CNHED’s housing priorities across the Continuum of Housing and synthesizing information from all the housing-affiliated Working Groups and Projects.

Housing Committee
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