News & Updates

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.

We are excited to share an important update regarding the evolution of our organization. After careful consideration and consultation, we have made the decision to rebrand our name from The Coalition for Nonprofit Housing and Economic Development (CNHED) to simply 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.

Take a look back at the last 25 years of CNHED through our three-part series: #CNHED25

CNHED commends Chairman Phil Mendelson’s Emergency Rental Assistance Reform Emergency Amendment Act of 2024 as a welcome step toward acknowledging that a District of renters needs both rental property owners and residents who can thrive.

We are thrilled to announce that Maya Brennan has joined The Coalition for Nonprofit Housing and Economic Development (CNHED) as our new Chief Housing Officer. Maya brings a wealth of experience and a deep passion for advancing housing solutions to our team.

We are thrilled to announce that CNHED has been awarded a $3.6M three-year grant through the Greater Washington Community Foundation Health Equity Fund in partnership with the Washington Area Community Investment Fund, Inc. (Wacif).