"These are business investments in the long-term health of our workforce, our local economy and our communities. When they can access the capital they need, they can be a powerful counterweight to years of disinvestment.”

LISC is collaborating with mission-driven lenders in underserved urban and rural communities on a new national service program to provide financial literacy, financial planning, budgeting, saving, and other financial counseling education to residents—all with an eye toward addressing persistent poverty and helping families build a stronger future.

LISC has promoted one of the nation’s strongest voices in community development as its new president. Denise Scott has four decades of experience working to bridge gaps in health, wealth and opportunity throughout the country, particularly for underserved communities of color. Now, she joins Lisa Glover, who will continue to lead the organization as interim …