Program Areas

Economic Development

Inclusive economic development lies at the very heart of what we do at LISC. To foster equitable, flourishing local economies everywhere is both a matter of economic justice and the key requisite for a strong, sustainable national economy. 

We seed economic opportunity with every tool at our disposal. Our work creates opportunities for people to find quality jobs that boost their income and assets, and then the financial know-how to reach short- and long-term life goals. It equips entrepreneurs to launch and grow businesses that are engines of economic activity, generating wealth for families and communities. And it rebuilds disinvested neighborhoods and rural areas, along with their economies, through a set of integrated strategies that address the needs of residents, small businesses, and the community at large.

Our approach

LISC draws on our local roots, national breadth, strong partnerships, and comprehensive set of programs, products and services to pursue inclusive economic development at three basic levels:

Our work, in action

Straight from the field, we took a look at how our inclusive economic approach has impacted work on the ground. Read on for stories digging into how it all takes shape:

Join us

Interested in supporting economic progress for people, businesses, and places? Contact us here.