Rev. Dr. Valerie Oliver-Durrah & Brooke Durrah
Mother & Daughter Building a Legacy of Black Excellence in Brooklyn Known throughout Brooklyn as “The Prophet of Nonprofits,” Rev.
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Read moreAtlanta mom Jasmine Crowe-Houston launched Goodr, a company that keeps food out of landfills while addressing food insecurity. Here, her
Read moreAisha Glover joined Audible as VP, Urban Innovation in 2020, when Audible’s Founder Don Katz asked her to help lead our Global Center for Urban Development (GCUD). At the time, she’d been serving as president and CEO for the Newark Alliance and Invest Newark, working with Mayor Ras J. Baraka to oversee community-focused economic development initiatives for the city. Before that, Glover had led nationally recognized organizations focused on job creation, industrial development, and environmental justice and education.
Read moreOn January 17, 2024, the New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency (NJHMFA) celebrates its 40th anniversary. Since its founding
Read moreNew Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency (NJHMFA) approved two new programs, the Urban Preservation Program (UPP) and Workforce Housing
Read moreFinancial health is an important foundation that helps build strong and resilient households, communities and economies. Being financially healthy better prepares you for life’s unexpected expenses. The reality is, more than 50% of Americans across all income levels consider themselves financially unhealthy. That group includes many Black, Hispanic and Latino families in the U.S., who have less than 50 cents in assets for every dollar held by white families. Studies show that Black, Hispanic and Latino families also face the biggest gaps in access to banking and resources to help them manage their financial needs.
Read moreWe’re ringing in a new year, and that means a fresh start for your finances! Becoming more financially savvy can positively impact your overall well-being. It’s not just about the numbers on your bank statement – it’s about taking control of your financial future. We all make financial missteps, whether it’s overspending or neglecting our savings. Starting off with a fresh mindset gives us the opportunity to learn from those mistakes and make better choices moving forward. Head into the new year financially prepared by following these tips.
Read moreThe holiday season is fast approaching, and most people find themselves spending a little – or a lot – more
Read moreMetropolitan Baptist Church, the largest Baptist church in Newark, hosted the North Central Jersey Association of Realtors (NCJAR) housing fair
Read moreHomeownership is the largest financial undertaking for most Americans and a key to building generational wealth. It can provide a
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