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October 30, 2025

Beyond Barriers: A Field That Refuses to Stand Still

A reflection on resilience, renewal, and the shared determination to keep serving D.C. communities.

Staff Column by Coalition President and CEO, Stephen Glaude

In the wake of this year’s Beyond Barriers Conference, I’ve found myself returning again and again to the question Bakari Sellers posed to all of us: “Where do we go from here?”

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September 16, 2025

Staff Column | Going Green: District Resources for Building a Sustainable Business

Staff Column by Senior Director of the DC Community Anchor Partnership, Phil Berkaw

When you hear the word “sustainability”, what comes to mind? Bold government policies? Large corporations greening their supply chains? Taking fewer flights? Each of these plays an important role in moving toward a more sustainable future. However, one community that is frequently overlooked in the conversation is small businesses.

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August 27, 2025

Staff Column | Finding the Zero Line

What one week at Harvard taught me about leading through uncertainty

Staff Column by Coalition President and CEO, Stephen Glaude

For one week I joined 159 nonprofit leaders from across the globe. They represented organizations working in housing, childcare, small business development, environmental justice, adoption, and so many other critical areas. To be in the room with them was both humbling and inspiring. Each of us carried stories of challenge and resilience, and together we reflected on how leaders make choices in moments of opportunity and crisis.

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April 14, 2025

Staff Column | Keep the Faith

Keep the Faith: Why Our Work in Community Economic Development Matters More Than Ever

Staff Column by Coalition President and CEO, Stephen Glaude

In times like these—when the path forward feels uncertain, when resources are scarce when rhetoric overshadows results—we must be the torchbearers. More than anything, we must keep the faith.

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January 28, 2025

The Coalition’s Statement on the President’s January 28th Executive Order

The White House has issued an Executive Order, effective at 5 PM today, January 28, 2025, directing all federal agencies to temporarily pause activities related to the obligation or disbursement of federal financial assistance. Here’s what we know.

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December 17, 2024

New Name. Same Mission.

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.

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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.

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