Translating evidence into impact
Place-based data about how disasters have affected the Gulf Coast since Hurricane Katrina and the federal government’s role in managing extreme events.
Story How the Federal Income Tax System Can Worsen Racial Disparities Reforms to the child tax credit, capital gains tax, and other policies could make the federal income tax system a more powerful tool to advance racial equity.Story Housing First Is Still the Best Approach to Ending Homelessness Misconceptions about Housing First ignore decades of evidence of its effectiveness. To end homelessness, policymakers should invest in evidence-backed solutions, such as permanent supportive housing.Story How Hmong Farmers in the Twin Cities Are Creating a More Equitable Food System The Hmong American Farmers Association is helping farmers access land, training, and stable income—and get food to community members who need it most.Story How One Tribal Nation Is Increasing Food Access and Restoring Culinary Traditions in the Great Lakes Region Programs to reduce food insecurity among tribal citizens have often ignored cultural differences and eroded food sovereignty, but one tribe is taking a new approach.Story A Food Prescription Program Is Bringing Fresh Produce to Rural Mississippi By combining food access with health care, the program is transforming community health.Story An Illinois Food Bank’s Move toward Online Ordering and Grocery Delivery Is Removing Barriers to Healthy Food Access The My Pantry Express Program prioritizes client choice and dignity to reach more people facing food insecurity.