What We Do
Think for a moment about the image of rural America: close-knit communities where people are hard working and independent, small towns replete with family and friends, places where hard times are met by resilience and strength. Then think about neighborhoods across our nation where life is a constant struggle to get by, jobs are scarce, schools are marginal and it seems like there’s nowhere to turn. That’s where we work.
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Fifth Third Awards $10,000
Fifth Third again provided financial support for Rural Neighborhood’s Owner Occupied Rehab Program that it operates in conjunction with Collier County. Low-income households, many who are elderly, can apply for the program to repair major health, safety, and maintenance issues with their home. Funding from Fifth Third helps support the program and cover costs that…
Thanks to PNC Bank and Fifth Third Bank for their Corporate Support
Long-time investment partners PNC Bank and Fifth Third Bank made meaningful charitable contributions to our work in Collier and Miami-Dade. PNC, our 15-year limited partner in the 100-unit Oaks at Shannon’s Crossing rental community prior to their scheduled December 31st, 2023, withdrawal, announced a $20,330 contribution toward professional training and compliance software. Fifth Third, our…
Enterprise Community Partners adds Kirk to National Council
Steven Kirk, President of Rural Neighborhoods, has joined 14 seasoned nonprofit affordable housing leaders from across the county on the Enterprise Community Leadership Council. The national housing organization intends council members to help them shape and devise innovative policies, practices and capital for affordable housing and community development . “We’re asking this diverse group of…