Enterprise Community Partners

Enterprise Community Development Announces Janine Lind as President

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

SILVER SPRING, Md., March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Enterprise Community Development, Inc. (ECD), a leading non-profit owner and developer of affordable homes in the Mid-Atlantic and an affiliate of Enterprise Community Partners (Enterprise), today announced the appointment Janine Lind as its new president starting April 29.

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  • SILVER SPRING, Md., March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Enterprise Community Development, Inc. (ECD), a leading non-profit owner and developer of affordable homes in the Mid-Atlantic and an affiliate of Enterprise Community Partners (Enterprise), today announced the appointment Janine Lind as its new president starting April 29.
  • Lind will lead Enterprise Community Development's $1.4B portfolio of 115 communities serving 24,000 residents.
  • office, Lind will lead the Community Development division's high-impact residential development, preservation, asset and property management, and resident services work and its $1.4 billion portfolio of 115 communities serving 24,000 residents.
  • "Janine's experience and dedication to mission-focused housing organizations make her a clear choice to lead our Community Development division and to help make home and community places of pride and belonging," said Shaun Donovan, president and CEO of Enterprise Community Partners.

Elemental Excelerator and Finance New Orleans Open Applications for the Resilient New Orleans Innovation Challenge

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

HONOLULU, March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Following the successful launch of their financing partnership, Elemental Excelerator and Finance New Orleans (FNO) are excited to announce that applications are now open for the Resilient New Orleans Innovation Challenge. This collaborative initiative, born out of a shared commitment to integrate innovative climate technologies into affordable and resilient housing solutions, invites entrepreneurs, community members, public agencies and housing developers to contribute to the creation of sustainable homes that are designed for New Orleans and will serve as models for future developments.

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  • By leveraging green financial strategies and cutting-edge technologies, the Resilient New Orleans Innovation Challenge is a significant step towards building a cleaner, greener and more vibrant future for our community.
  • This initiative serves as a beacon, inspiring other housing finance organizations to join us in the journey of innovation and community-driven progress."
  • As a judge for the Resilient New Orleans Innovation Challenge, I'm looking for projects that address housing challenges while contributing to broader community resilience.
  • As Elemental and Finance New Orleans deepen their collaboration, they invite individuals and organizations to join them in shaping the future of sustainable housing in New Orleans.

BofA Delivers $7.1 Billion in Financing to Build 11,000 Housing Units

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bank of America Community Development Banking (CDB) today announced that it provided $7.1 billion in debt and equity financing last year to help build strong communities through affordable housing and economic opportunities across the United States. This financing helped create and preserve 11,000 housing units for individuals, families, seniors, veterans, the formerly homeless and those with special needs.

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  • This financing helped create and preserve 11,000 housing units for individuals, families, seniors, veterans, the formerly homeless and those with special needs.
  • CDB provides financing, treasury and advisory services to optimize their companies, so developers can focus on their mission of creating much-needed affordable housing.
  • This $150 million fund will preserve 3,000+ housing units for the "missing middle," or those earning between 80% to 120% area median income (AMI).
  • "Mercy Housing recognizes the link between stable housing and good health and understands that you can't have one without the other," said Ismael Guerrero, President & CEO of Mercy Housing.

Truist Charitable Fund names 17 new grant recipients

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Truist Financial Corporation (NYSE: TFC) today announced the initial recipients of its Truist Community Catalyst Initiative, a three-year Community Reinvestment Act program supporting local efforts with statewide impact. This initiative will support 17 efforts across 13 states, impacting 54 communities, allowing local nonprofit organizations to better respond to critical community needs within their state.

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  • The 2023-25 Truist Community Catalyst Initiative focuses on issues within four key focus areas: affordable housing, small business access to capital, workforce development and essential community services.
  • As each program expands, grant recipients will have the opportunity to reapply for additional funding annually through 2025.
  • Grant funding will expand the nonprofit's Naturally Occurring Affordable Housing Preservation Project and Housing Loan Fund to finance and secure affordable housing units.
  • Capital Good Fund: A CDFI with a mission to create pathways out of poverty and advance a green economy through inclusive financial services.

Union Home Mortgage Foundation announces fourth quarter grant recipients

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Monday, February 12, 2024

STRONGSVILLE, Ohio, Feb. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Union Home Mortgage Foundation, the charitable arm of Union Home Mortgage whose mission is to equip families with the tools and resources needed to achieve economic self-sufficiency, has announced its grant recipients for the fourth quarter of 2023.  The Foundation awarded grants to eight nonprofits from across the country totaling $67,500. 

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  • Awardees include 8 nonprofits in Florida, Indiana, Ohio, North Carolina, and Texas
    STRONGSVILLE, Ohio, Feb. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Union Home Mortgage Foundation, the charitable arm of Union Home Mortgage whose mission is to equip families with the tools and resources needed to achieve economic self-sufficiency, has announced its grant recipients for the fourth quarter of 2023.
  • "At Union Home Mortgage, it's critical for us to partner with dynamic organizations that make a difference in our communities, providing more equitable opportunities for those they serve," said Bill Cosgrove, CEO of Union Home Mortgage.
  • For more information on the Union Home Mortgage Foundation, visit www.uhmfoundation.org , or email [email protected] .
  • The fourth quarter grant recipients are:
    Junior Achievement of Greater Cleveland: $15,000 in support of financial literacy programming that will serve more than 25,000 Cleveland-area students and focus on personal finance, savings, budgeting, and investing wisely.

Free Tax Preparation to Be Offered at Cleveland Central Catholic High School

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

Third Federal is again partnering with CHN Partners, Cleveland Central Catholic High School, Cuyahoga County, the City of Cleveland, Enterprise Community Partners, and several other non-profit organizations to offer free income tax preparation assistance for individuals and families earning less than $60,000.

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  • Third Federal is again partnering with CHN Partners, Cleveland Central Catholic High School, Cuyahoga County, the City of Cleveland, Enterprise Community Partners, and several other non-profit organizations to offer free income tax preparation assistance for individuals and families earning less than $60,000.
  • IRS-trained and certified tax preparers will help tax filers identify their eligibility for the Earned Income Tax Credit.
  • The Federal Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) was introduced in 1975 with bipartisan support to help working families with children rise above the poverty line.
  • Its role as a community economic development tool is significant, since most tax credit recipients use their refunds to purchase essentials in their local communities.

BeiGene to Present New Data Highlighting Hematology Portfolio and Pipeline Strengths at ASH 2023

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

BeiGene has 24 abstracts accepted at ASH, with three abstracts scheduled for oral presentations.

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  • BeiGene has 24 abstracts accepted at ASH, with three abstracts scheduled for oral presentations.
  • “Our data at ASH showcase BeiGene’s leadership in the treatment of blood cancers, with promising clinical advances across our pipeline.
  • BeiGene will host an event in San Diego on Sunday, December 10 at 8:00 pm PST for investors and analysts attending ASH.
  • BeiGene senior management and invited speakers will review BeiGene’s pipeline and highlights of the presented data, followed by a Q&A panel.

Messagepoint Named a Leader in 2023 Aspire CCM-CXM Leaderboard

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

Messagepoint announced today that it has been recognized by Aspire Customer Communication Services as a leader for the sixth consecutive year in its 2023 Aspire Leaderboard™ for customer communications management (CCM) and customer experience management (CXM) technology vendors.

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  • Messagepoint announced today that it has been recognized by Aspire Customer Communication Services as a leader for the sixth consecutive year in its 2023 Aspire Leaderboard™ for customer communications management (CCM) and customer experience management (CXM) technology vendors.
  • “For the sixth year running, Messagepoint has been recognized by Aspire in their CCM-CXM Leaderboard,” said Steve Biancaniello, founder and CEO of Messagepoint.
  • “Messagepoint provides innovative solutions for the CCM space that focus on driving efficiency and speed through more intelligent control over content.
  • Register for the event at this link https://www.messagepoint.com/generative-ai-ccm-webinar/
    To view the 2023 Aspire Leaderboard, visit https://www.messagepoint.com/resources/2023-aspire-ccm-leaderboard/

Wells Fargo and Enterprise Announce Winners of $20 Million Housing Innovation Challenge

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

The Wells Fargo Foundation and Enterprise Community Partners (Enterprise) today announced the winners of the 2023 Housing Affordability Breakthrough Challenge , a $20 million nationwide competition to find and seed innovative housing solutions.

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  • The Wells Fargo Foundation and Enterprise Community Partners (Enterprise) today announced the winners of the 2023 Housing Affordability Breakthrough Challenge , a $20 million nationwide competition to find and seed innovative housing solutions.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231114901101/en/
    Build UP in Birmingham, Alabama named winner of 2023 Housing Affordability Breakthrough Challenge.
  • “Through the Housing Affordability Breakthrough Challenge, we are intentionally lifting up solutions to serve communities that have experienced disinvestment and marginalization for far too long.
  • The cohort will gain access to a network of leaders from across the housing sector, including experts from Enterprise and past winners of the competition.

Fifth Third Exceeds $180 Million Commitment to Empowering Black Futures Program, Publishes Inaugural Community Impact Report

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

Fifth Third Bank, National Association, today announced that its Empowering Black Futures Neighborhood Program has in two years already exceeded the program’s $180 million, three-year commitment.

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  • Fifth Third Bank, National Association, today announced that its Empowering Black Futures Neighborhood Program has in two years already exceeded the program’s $180 million, three-year commitment.
  • Fifth Third also is extending technical assistance related to the program by an additional year, through 2025, to ensure continued, sustained impact and progress.
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    Fifth Third announced comprehensive updates for the neighborhoods, along with progress on additional initiatives to drive transformation in low-to-moderate income areas, in its inaugural Community Impact Report .
  • The Community Impact Report illustrates Fifth Third’s commitment to building stronger communities and promoting inclusion by partnering directly with individuals in those communities to achieve their plans.