Catalytic Capital – The Power of Investing in Place
At the Neighborhood Economics conference in February, I had the opportunity to share with other place-based developers about the work of FCS and in particular,
At the Neighborhood Economics conference in February, I had the opportunity to share with other place-based developers about the work of FCS and in particular,
FCS exists to undo the concentrated forces of inequity that plague our places – replacing those forces with an environment that allows neighbors to thrive
Take a moment to read their stories and see what drives them to continue in place-based work. Happy International Women’s Day! Since 1911, March 8th
In honor of Women’s History Month we want to start off by celebrating with a person who embodies faithfulness, kindness, caring, and neighborliness: Shell Stafford.
Black history is more than just remembering key events from the past—instead, it’s about recognizing the continuous, rich narrative that a multitude of Black Americans
The 2024 Southside Cohort of Start:ME recently kicked off 14 weeks of intensive learning – with 19 small business owners and entrepreneurs along for the
Life at Haven in South Atlanta is never dull—there’s always something going on with residents as they build community together! As one of our Community
Please join us in welcoming Candace Salim as our new Major Gifts Officer! We are so excited to have her wisdom, experience, and passion in
Late last year, I was rushing through the office to get to a meeting. The team at FCS will tell you that it is normal
Over the past decade, we’ve worked to equip leaders in their local context to empower their neighborhoods and produce continual investment back into their communities.
The holidays aren’t just a time for joy and generosity – they’re also a time for celebrating local leadership! Pride for Parents is a pop
We know that early childhood education benefits entire communities. However, there is still a lack of equitable access. How can we ensure that all children
It may sound surprising, but preschoolers and toddlers have the power to impact neighborhood flourishing. The evidence is clear – early childhood education is critical
Abundant Joy: Scenes from Pride for Parents 2023 What an incredible holiday season it has been at Pride for Parents! Our hearts overflowed with joy
One of the joys of our work at FCS is getting to know the families and neighbors who have anchored our community for decades –
When the weather turns cooler and the leaves start to fall, we know it’s time for Breakfast on the Block! This annual event gives us
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