DC Systems 101

The policies, programs, and systems shaping DC communities.

DC has no shortage of programs, policies, resources, and organizations working to strengthen our communities. But understanding how those pieces fit together can be a challenge.

DC Systems 101 breaks down the programs and policies that shape housing, small business, workforce development, and other critical areas of community development. Each guide provides a straightforward look at how a system works, who it serves, why it matters, and where The Coalition sees opportunities to strengthen it.

Whether you are new to community development or looking for a refresher on a familiar system, these guides are designed to make DC’s policy landscape easier to navigate.

Housing Programs and Systems

Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act 101

How DC protects tenants and preserves housing.

Housing Production Trust Fund

How DC invests in affordable housing.

Local Rent Supplement Program (LRSP)

How DC helps make rental housing affordable.

Small Business

DC Main Streets Program

How DC supports neighborhood small businesses.

Small Business Technical Assistance (SBTA) Program

How DC supports small business growth and sustainability.

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