Hartford, CT (July 24, 2024) – A grant of $25,000 has been awarded by Liberty Bank Foundation to Partnership for Strong Communities to support general operations and programming across policy and advocacy, research and resources, and events and convening. A portion of the grant will also be utilized to support the Partnership’s fifth annual Connecticut’s Affordable Housing Conference, set to occur November 18-19, 2024.
“We deeply value our partnership with Liberty Bank Foundation. They have shown continued commitment and investment in strong and thriving communities, including the provision of safe, affordable, stable homes for all our residents.” Chelsea Ross, Executive Director, Partnership for Strong Communities
The $25,000 grant supports the Partnership in smart policy design and strategic civic and political advocacy to expand housing opportunities for the more than 480,000 households in Connecticut that experience housing cost-burden.
A key program of the Partnership is the annual Connecticut Affordable Housing Conference which offers a comprehensive array of sessions tailored to advocates, policymakers, housing and service providers, lenders and funders, and the public. The conference explores innovative solutions to help create and support equitable and affordable housing and resilient communities across our state. This work is made possible, in part by Liberty Bank Foundation’s generosity as a Champion sponsor.
About Liberty Bank
Since its inception in 1997, Liberty Bank Foundation has awarded $18 million in grants to nonprofit organizations throughout Liberty Bank’s market area. Following the Bank’s ‘Be Community Kind’ spirit, the Foundation seeks to improve the lives of individuals and families by investing in three key areas: Education & Training, Affordable Housing, and Food. Learn more at www.liberty-bank.com/about-liberty-bank/liberty-community.
About Partnership for Strong Communities
Partnership for Strong Communities promotes equitable change in Connecticut housing policy by coordinating advocacy, advancing research, and uniting diverse partners.