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Veteran Housing Corp says that IF YOU ARE NOT PART OF A PERMANENT AND LASTING SOLUTION TO THE AFFORDABLE HOUSING CRISIS AND HOMELESSNESS, YOU ARE THE PROBLEM! THE AFFORDABLE HOUSING INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX IS BROKEN AND NOT WORKING FOR AMERICAN TAXPAYERS Veteran Housing Corp would ask every TAXPAYER to demand and get answers from their elected and appointed government officials the below questions as they relate to any affordable, workforce, or supportive housing project in your community! 1. How much local, state, and federal funding, tax credits, or other government benefits or incentives did the project receive? 2. What is the affordability period for each project? Is the affordability period permanent and in perpetuity? 3. What guarantees exist have your local, state, and federal government officials obtained in writing that rents will not go up or that tenants will not be displaced or evicted after the "affordability period expires? Every local, state, and federal housing authority and affordable or workforce housing stakeholder should adopt the State of Vermont's "permanent affordability" policy as a model for all future government funded or subsidized housing projects or developments, no exceptions! https://lnkd.in/eFEUC8c8 Additionally, local, state and federal housing agencies should look to the Helsinki, FINLAND MODEL of ending homelessness by providing affordable housing for all 'It’s a miracle': Helsinki's radical solution to homelessness https://lnkd.in/er9HZSQU Even the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development AGREES THAT adopting FINLAND'S MODEL OF ERADICATING HOMELESSNESS may be of great value to resolving the affordable housing and homelessness crises in America https://lnkd.in/gkSZWYRU

🌟 An #volunteering open day is a great way to showcase what volunteering is like at your organisation. Spice up your with these top tips from @swmuseums 🔗 https://buff.ly/47gV2FG #101Wednesday #Volunteer #volunteermanagement #volunteerism #museums #heritage

How are you commemorating ANZAC day today? If you’ve got young children, it can be difficult to find the balance between sharing with them what it is all about, without causing overwhelm or anxiety. This post shares some nice ideas that may just inspire you. Lest we forget. #ANZACSpirit #ANZACDay #YourOTTutor #OccupationalTherapy

Did you miss our hearing on public-philanthropic partnerships? You can watch a video of the full hearing on our YouTube channel. Witnesses at the hearing discussed what factors have led to successful public-philanthropic relationships, how to institutionalize the infrastructure that leads to success, and where there might be opportunities for improvement. #publicprivatepartnerships #philanthropy https://lnkd.in/ga4Uadpv

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As we observe Memorial Day, let's remember the bravery and sacrifice of those who served. 🇺🇸 It's a day of reflection and gratitude, reminding us of the values that drive us to serve our community with integrity and dedication. This Memorial Day, we are harnessing the power of personalized engagement and emotional connections; check out our latest blog post, https://lnkd.in/gSNDt4Up #MemorialDay #HonorAndServe #DigitalMarketingEthics #CommunityFirst #ReflectionAndGratitude

For my Friends in the DC Metro area: Imagine the anguish of a parent who wants nothing more than for their child to be understood, accepted, and given the same opportunities as others. For so many families, finding a place where their child’s unique needs are not just met, but embraced, feels impossible. The National Children's Center (NCC) has been a beacon of hope for these families for 65 years. It’s where children who were once isolated and misunderstood found a community that saw their potential and celebrated their progress. Yet, the journey to this place of acceptance is often filled with pain. The pain of watching a child struggle in environments not built for them. The pain of feeling like you’re always fighting an uphill battle to ensure they receive the support they need. And for some, the heartbreaking realization that their child may never have the opportunities that others take for granted. But NCC offers something rare: a place where these battles don’t have to be fought alone. It’s a sanctuary where families find the support, understanding, and resources they need to help their children flourish. This gala is more than just a celebration of 65 years; it’s a reminder of all the work that still needs to be done, of the countless children who still need that sanctuary. By supporting NCC, you’re not just attending an event—you’re giving hope to families who need it the most. You’re helping to build a future where every child, no matter their abilities, can thrive. Join us in making that future a reality. Learn more about the gala and how you can help. https://lnkd.in/ebEFRAwg

It often happens that I get so caught up in my daily life (and head) but I am so thankful for having joined Latinos for Education as a 2024 Latino Board Fellow. Connecting with people who have a shared vision of Latino representation, education, and advancement is invigorating and powerful! - 40% of Fortune 1000 companies are inclusive of Latinos on their corporate boards, reflecting a 5 percentage point increase from 2022 – the second most notable increase since 2019.  - With most of the progress occurring outside of the Fortune 100, minimal progress continues in the Fortune 100, shifting from 53% to 54% in Latino representation. - While slow, Latino board representation continues to rise. The numbers have increased to 5.4% of Fortune 500 seats held by a Latino and 4.9% among Fortune 1000, a 1% and .8% respectively, one of the most notable increases for both segments since 2020. Please take a look at Latinos for Education and their amazing programs that support communities across the United States

Lions Myrna Ann Adkins, Susy Osorio-Kinsky, and Steve Kinsky spent ten days in Cuernavaca on our most recent Eyesight Campaign, which was conducted in collaboration with Sisters Cities. They helped 534 people with eye exams and eyeglasses from COLERC. What is a Sister City: A sister city, county, or state relationship is a broad-based, long-term partnership between two communities in two countries. It is officially recognized after the highest elected or appointed official from both communities agrees to become sister cities. A city may have any number of sister cities, with community involvement ranging from a half dozen to hundreds of volunteers. In addition to volunteers, sister city organizations can include representatives from nonprofits, municipal governments, the private sector, and other civic organizations. Each sister city organization is independent and pursues activities and thematic areas vital to its community, including municipal, business, trade, educational, and cultural exchanges and projects with its sister city. Denver Sister City – Cuernavaca: Cuernavaca is the capital and largest city in the state of Morelos in Mexico. Located in the central highlands of Mexico, about 50 miles south of Mexico City, it is often referred to as ‘la Ciudad de la primavera eterna’ (‘the city of eternal springtime’) because of the year-round temperate climate. Cuernavaca has numerous tourist attractions, like its cathedral, which was built by Franciscan missionaries in the 16th century. It is among the oldest churches still in use on the North American continent. Since becoming Denver’s sixth sister city in 1983, residents of both cities have benefited from the cultural, educational, and personal exchanges promoted by the relationship. https://lnkd.in/gJdypKFg #WeServe #LCIFLions #LionsClubs #LoudAndProudLeo #LionsEverywhere #LionsMD6 #LeoClub

Building Better Communities—what does that mean, exactly? To me, it is seeing this: our employee-owners came together to select the organizations we wanted to support, and our clients and friends helped determine how our support would be distributed. The best part is that these three organizations now have more resources to serve their communities.