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Case Studies

The following resources provide an array of case studies and best practices in housing and community development.

Best Practices/Case Study Databases

Best Practices Database
U.S. Conference of Mayors has developed a database of best practices and case studies in a number of areas including affordable housing.
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Enterprise Resource Database
A searchable collection of tools and resources that help community development practitioners in a wide range of efforts including housing finance, affordable housing and workforce development.
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John J. Gunther Blue Ribbon Practices
Profiles of communities that took creative approaches to meeting challenges in housing and community development. Profiles of each project and contact information are included.
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Maxwell Awards
A Fannie Mae Foundation award for outstanding work of nonprofit organizations developing and maintaining housing for low-income Americans. Includes profiles of award winning projects.
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National Rural Development Partnership Success Stories
A searchable database designed to share information and activities that have helped make a positive impact in rural communities. Includes brief project profiles and contact information.
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Reports and Studies

Affordable Housing Causes, Initiatives and Progress Evaluation: A New Orleans Case Study

This report describes the housing and economic environment in New Orleans and the community development efforts underway. The report also highlights several recent publicly and privately sponsored low-income housing initiatives.

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