The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development, otherwise referred to as HUD, is an independent agency in the Executive branch of the federal government that is primarily responsible for increasing the rates of homeownership and supporting community development.
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HUD works in a matter that will lead them to the realization of their agency's mission, which is to "strengthen the housing market to bolster the economy and protect consumers; meet the need for quality affordable rental homes: utilize housing as a platform for improving quality of life; build inclusive and sustainable communities free from discrimination."
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Lead-Based Paint Hazard Control Grant Program
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About The Author
Michael Saunders is an editor of TopGovernmentGrants.com one the the most comprehensive Websites offering information on government grants and federal government programs. He also maintains Websites providing resources on philanthropy giving and community grants. |
Morgan Simon, Pi Investments and Transform Finance, explains the concept of impact investment that supports economic and community development. Simon notes that this concept, while gaining attention from varying financial contenders, is an exciting, but potentially problematic trend seen over the last decade.