Community Change Grants And Local Priorities
Community Change Grants send EPA funding toward local pollution, resilience, and capacity work. Here is what residents can track next. Continue reading
How to Build Strong Community Coalitions in Union County
In October 2020, Union County started the Healthy Union Advisory Coalition (HUAC). This group aimed to bring together different community partners to solve big health and quality of life problems. Imagine a room full of neighborhood groups, labor unions, faith congregations, and youth councils. It might seem chaotic, but it’s where real change starts. What […]
Rural Housing Grant Supports NorCal Homes
A rural housing grant for RCHDC will support affordable housing work across rural Northern California communities and local planning. Continue reading
Massachusetts Grants Put $179M Into Local Projects
Massachusetts grants will fund local housing, downtown, infrastructure, planning, and redevelopment work across 190 communities. Continue reading
Affordable Housing Leadership Earns ECD Honor
Affordable Housing Leadership by ECD earned ENR MidAtlantic recognition, with local implications for residents and civic housing oversight. Continue reading
Mableton Grant Targets Blight And Property Reuse
Mableton grant funding will help the city acquire blighted properties, with residents watching reuse steps, safety goals, and local impact. Continue reading
Marion Press Freedom Settlement Lessons For Voters
Marion Press Freedom settlement coverage explains what changed in Marion, Kansas, and how residents can defend local records access. Continue reading
Why County Budget Transparency Needs More Than A PDF In 2026
County residents trying to understand where public money goes should not have to decode a thousand-page budget document before they can identify the decisions affecting roads, public safety operations, facilities, staffing, contracts, or local services. In 2026, the Government Finance Officers Association is placing greater attention on how state and local governments communicate budget decisions […]
The Ultimate Guide to Phonebanking and Textbanking at Scale
Political outreach can feel like background noise in a busy bar. Your message is up against Netflix, dinner, and avoiding unknown calls. So, how do you get noticed? It’s about knowing when to call and when to text. We’ll look at the strategy behind calling versus texting. Goals like voter ID, recruiting volunteers, and getting […]
How to Build an Effective Door-to-Door Canvassing Team in Union County
Most emails get lost in cyberspace quickly. But, knocking on doors is the gold standard for reaching voters. Studies show it beats postcards and digital methods. Walking through Union County without a plan is like being outgunned. The key is turf cutting. You must analyze voter files and find those likely to answer. By using […]