Bridgeshttps://www.stlouisfed.org/rss/page%20resources/publications/bridgesA quarterly review of regional community and economic development issues, projects and regulatory changes.en{708481B8-B88C-48EE-B124-A92C0A38FD47}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/2023/vol4/practitioner-perspectives-workforce-development-challenges-opportunities-eighth-districtPractitioner Perspectives: Workforce Development Challenges and Opportunities in the Eighth District<span style="color: black;">Roundtables with labor force development stakeholders across the Eighth District identified housing, transportation and child care as key barriers to work.</span>Thu, 16 Nov 2023 11:24:00 -0600{3A1205E7-F773-48A7-844D-CE40A6DC8E42}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/2023/vol4/closing-skills-gap-using-employer-partnershipClosing the Skills Gap Using Employer Partnership<span style="color: #000000;">This article explores an anchor partnership in Memphis, Tenn., that supports workforce development, career readiness and economic mobility.</span>Thu, 16 Nov 2023 11:12:00 -0600{12E8A6EA-F4D7-4314-99A5-8DAAF63D23E1}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/2023/vol4/funding-environment-community-economic-development-nonprofits-stlouisThe Funding Environment for Community and Economic Development Nonprofits in St. Louis<span style="color: #000000;">An analysis examines the importance of grant-based funding to </span><span class="normaltextrun" style="color: #000000;">community and economic development nonprofits in St. Louis </span><span style="color: #000000;">and how that funding is distributed.</span>Thu, 16 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0600{EEED4D5B-6F61-49FA-893D-84DF75D2C0A8}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/2023/vol3/addressing-racial-homeownership-gap-louisvilleAddressing the Racial Homeownership Gap in Louisville<p>Organizations in Louisville, Ky., are using a new mortgage underwriting initiative and community land trusts to narrow the area’s racial homeownership gap.</p>Wed, 23 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0500{AF1A1C82-1260-4D67-96F7-A9ADF096F66C}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/2023/vol3/how-low-moderate-income-households-are-coping-inflationHow Low- and Moderate-Income Households Are Coping with Inflation<p>Most people across income groups report financial stress from recent high inflation. To cope, individuals with lower incomes have cut back on necessities.</p>Wed, 23 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0500{3EF25006-D7AA-4064-866E-30F4B1596CFA}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/2023/vol2/primer-barriers-participation-labor-forceBarriers to Participation in the Labor Force: A Primer<p>Structural barriers make it harder to join the labor force. Addressing these barriers could create opportunities for vulnerable groups and grow the economy.</p>Wed, 24 May 2023 10:55:00 -0500{E4AAC191-9B81-4436-9D8D-13E4B325DE14}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/2023/vol2/access-mental-health-services-eighth-district-lags-usAccess to Mental Health Services in the Eighth District Lags U.S.<p>Access to mental health services in the Eighth District is low relative to the U.S. as a whole. An analysis examines this lag and its economic implications.</p>Wed, 24 May 2023 10:54:00 -0500{31A71AFE-65C4-46FA-B4C1-C08CAD6581AD}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/2023/vol2/building-equitable-workforce-development-strategies-boone-county-missouriBuilding Equitable Workforce Development Strategies in Boone County, Missouri<p>Boone County, Mo., leaders participating in the ROC Cohort Program share their experiences around creating equitable workforce development strategies.</p>Wed, 24 May 2023 10:54:00 -0500{5731EE5B-A0E7-4283-BE1B-4873839EE38F}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/2023/vol1/bank-on-impact-eighth-federal-reserve-districtBank On and Its Impact in the Eighth Federal Reserve District<p>An analysis of Bank On data describes how the initiative works to bring affordable banking products to unbanked and underbanked Eighth District households.</p>Tue, 28 Mar 2023 09:30:00 -0500{AEB34CA1-72F6-4EB1-A4E2-557AC5BE148D}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/2023/vol1/challenges-community-based-organizations-eighth-districtChallenges Faced by Community-Based Organizations in the Eighth District<p>While community-based organizations faced milder COVID-19-related disruptions in 2022 relative to the previous year, signs of hardship remain.</p>Tue, 28 Mar 2023 09:30:00 -0500{0A4D3D65-84FD-4B14-AF01-051D8560F549}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/2022/vol4/arkansas-cdfis-scale-small-business-lendingArkansas CDFIs Poised to Scale Small-Business Lending<p>Arkansas small businesses will see more lending options from CDFIs through a $10 billion federal program called the State Small Business Credit Initiative.</p>Thu, 17 Nov 2022 10:50:00 -0600{9340F903-303D-4EEA-958B-86AA45412FDD}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/2022/vol4/covid19-impact-eighth-district-lmi-communitiesHow Is COVID-19 Impacting Eighth District LMI Communities? An Update<p>A Fed survey shows Eighth District communities continued recovering from COVID-19 disruptions, but returning to pre-pandemic conditions may still take time.</p>Thu, 17 Nov 2022 10:50:00 -0600{45D5A7C2-F604-4B05-A11B-A20C1BCD80E7}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/2022/vol4/key-facts-economic-impact-child-care-arkansasKey Facts on the Economic Impact of Child Care in Arkansas<p>An economic snapshot of child care in Arkansas looks at parents’ workforce participation, average child care costs and child care’s importance for business.</p>Thu, 17 Nov 2022 10:50:00 -0600{D9271C9F-8AD3-4573-B7E7-9B04C7D1A67B}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/2022/vol4/transforming-highways-impact-community-wealthHow Might Transforming Highways Impact Community Wealth?<p>Cities are rethinking what the highway system might look like. How might changes impact wealth, and how might a history of racial inequities be addressed?</p>Thu, 17 Nov 2022 10:50:00 -0600{2C0A725C-3BA1-4B53-8F9B-D905EB8C08D4}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/2022/vol3/coordinated-funding-strategies-equitable-developmentCoordinated Funding Strategies for Equitable Development<p>Learn how the Delta Philanthropy Forum and St. Louis Community Development Funders Forum support their regions’ ability to deploy capital for equitable economic growth.</p>Thu, 04 Aug 2022 10:00:00 -0500{B91864F2-A081-4EFE-A1C2-F955BF810900}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/2022/vol3/initial-reflections-first-institute-economic-equity-listening-tourInitial Reflections from the Institute for Economic Equity Director’s First Listening Tour<p>The St. Louis Fed’s Institute for Economic Equity hears stakeholder concerns about labor, child care and housing during director’s listening tour.</p>Thu, 04 Aug 2022 10:00:00 -0500{5B10559B-C982-4898-9C40-6FBD86FBA981}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/2022/vol3/policy-collaborative-executive-child-care-impact-arkansas-economyQ&A: Policy-Collaborative Executive Discusses Child Care’s Impact on the Arkansas Economy<p>Excel by Eight’s Angela Duran talks with the St. Louis Fed’s Institute for Economic Equity about Arkansas working families’ access to affordable child care.</p>Thu, 04 Aug 2022 10:00:00 -0500{7419CBC9-08D6-4F6C-B983-AB4EC5CF7BB3}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/2022/vol2/eighth-district-eviction-filings-climb-pre-pandemic-levelsEighth District Eviction Filings Climb toward Pre-Pandemic Levels<p>Eviction filings appear headed back toward pre-pandemic levels as short-term interventions lapse, but certain renter protections could help mitigate this trend.</p>Thu, 02 Jun 2022 11:00:00 -0500{9A80D5CE-7968-4480-9C7F-D7FDB1223DF0}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/2022/vol2/equity-philanthropy-flow-capital-st-louisEquity and Philanthropy: The Flow of Capital in St. Louis<p>Understanding the experience of Black-led nonprofits in St. Louis may be the key to more equitable community development funding.</p>Thu, 02 Jun 2022 11:00:00 -0500{BC388300-4C1D-4D19-916D-2A8878B56BB7}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/2022/vol2/sustaining-success-deploying-era-funds-louisvilleSustaining Success in Deploying ERA Funds in Louisville<p>The ERA program’s success in Louisville was built on collaboration among stakeholders across sectors. But maintaining that success will come with challenges.</p>Thu, 02 Jun 2022 11:00:00 -0500{840E511A-7EDF-4DC1-BC90-A167EC9AFF4E}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/2022/vol1/child-care-access-affordability-missouriChild Care Access and Affordability for Missouri’s Working Families<p>Read about the impact of child care on Missouri’s overall economy.</p>Tue, 29 Mar 2022 10:00:00 -0500{8A36C224-1B19-402D-A694-2E3FFC77045F}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/2022/vol1/deployment-louisville-era-fundingEffective Deployment of Louisville’s ERA Funding: Lessons Learned<p>Explore the topic of evictions and methods taken in Louisville to quickly distribute emergency rental assistance.</p>Tue, 29 Mar 2022 10:00:00 -0500{73D157C0-2E82-43D0-A302-095629F23257}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/2022/vol1/north-star-revitalizing-north-cityA North Star for Revitalizing North City<p>Learn about the strides St. Louis-based community development organizations are making to boost investments in North St. Louis City.</p>Tue, 29 Mar 2022 10:00:00 -0500{CF4F1C05-6D44-4E05-B0B6-DDDFFFF23138}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/volume-4-2021/low-to-moderate-income-community-development-outlookLow- to Moderate-Income Community Development Outlook for Communities of Color in the Eighth District<p>Our Institute for Economic Equity reviews the economic conditions, including the impact of COVID-19, on LMI individuals and communities of color within our District.</p>Wed, 17 Nov 2021 12:00:00 -0600{9D633C1C-ACE6-4BC7-825A-2912D72EFE4B}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/volume-4-2021/why-inclusive-development-matters-to-rural-communitiesWhy Inclusive Development Matters to Rural Communities<p>Dive into an overview of <em>Investing in Rural Prosperity</em>, a joint publication from the St. Louis Fed and the Federal Reserve Board of Governors that focuses on ways rural communities are creating lasting economic prosperity.</p>Wed, 17 Nov 2021 12:00:00 -0600{B4737501-E65F-406D-B478-58D7B81B7EBE}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/volume-4-2021/st-louis-fed-community-investment-explorerDigging into the St. Louis Fed’s Community Investment Explorer 2.0<p>Learn about a new interactive data tool created to help users analyze the equitable distribution of capital throughout the U.S. from 2012 to 2020.</p>Wed, 17 Nov 2021 12:00:00 -0600{08DB026B-A09C-47F6-B863-A6D34EA878A2}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/volume-4-2021/investing-in-region-of-opportunity-delta-philanthropy-forumInvesting in a Region of Opportunity: The Delta Philanthropy Forum<p>Two directors within the St. Louis Fed’s Community Development team share insights on how Eighth District stakeholders are working to advance a resilient and racially equitable Delta region.</p>Wed, 17 Nov 2021 12:00:00 -0600{F98FC65E-75A7-4A55-966C-5F0B8639B5F2}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/volume-3-2021/coming-up-from-institute-for-economic-equityComing Up from the Institute for Economic Equity<p>Our upcoming Labor Day message talks about the state of American workers and how things have changed because of globalization, the COVID-19 pandemic and more.</p>Wed, 25 Aug 2021 08:00:00 -0500{D1DE500A-4FFD-471D-B449-55A8AE9C8E13}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/volume-3-2021/digital-inclusionDigital Inclusion: It’s Not Just about Access<p>Learn why digital inclusion is a multifaceted issue, from basic internet access to hardware and digital literacy.</p>Wed, 25 Aug 2021 07:30:00 -0500{A19262B5-52AA-476C-80BF-56F2AF657D33}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/volume-3-2021/building-equitable-workforceBuilding an Equitable Workforce in the St. Louis Region As the local economy continues its recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s more important than ever to establish a workforce that benefits all.Wed, 25 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -0500{8DA01747-647D-48E0-B64F-9CEE6ECA2510}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/volume-3-2021/black-chamber-executive-community-resources-opportunityQ and A: Black Chamber Executive Discusses Community Resources, OpportunitiesWed, 25 Aug 2021 06:00:00 -0500{17411920-6448-4A29-9459-86D1F8617111}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/volume-2-2021/grow-early-childhood-education-stlouisKey Ways to Grow Early Childhood Education Offerings in St. Louis Discover the impact of the early childhood education system in St. Louis and methods of potential growth.Tue, 01 Jun 2021 09:30:00 -0500{7A567DF0-E0EA-45E3-9034-9233C91093F3}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/volume-2-2021/stlouis-hispanic-chamber-commerce-community-resourcesQ&A: St. Louis Hispanic Chamber Official Talks Community Resources and ResiliencyTue, 01 Jun 2021 09:30:00 -0500{9505CAEC-795F-4FF4-94A4-FE0D8C207F7F}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/volume-2-2021/eighth-district-small-business-forge-aheadYes, We’re Open: Eighth District Small Businesses Forge AheadDive into recent Eighth District findings from the Fed’s 2021 Small Business Credit Survey (SBCS).Tue, 01 Jun 2021 09:30:00 -0500{7C372B28-687B-41EA-814E-F433F58E5CD3}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/volume-2-2021/resourcesResource: 2021 Report on Firms Owned by People of ColorTue, 01 Jun 2021 09:30:00 -0500{C206962D-8271-44DB-BFFA-C05E6315E936}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/volume-1-2021/eighth-district-lmi-communities-respond-covid19Eighth District LMI Communities Respond to COVID-19’s TollRead a synopsis of the ways COVID-19 continues to impact LMI communities and individuals within the Eighth District of the Federal Reserve System.Wed, 24 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0600{45B8DB38-8BC7-4028-8288-36D2A872F3E0}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/volume-1-2021/food-insecurity-eighth-districtFood Insecurity in the Eighth DistrictFood insecurity is a harsh reality for many Americans. Results from a recent Household Pulse Survey indicate serious consequences for Eighth District communities.Wed, 24 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0600{531BC018-818C-478F-A601-557CFF82CAFE}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/volume-1-2021/news-from-community-development-teamNews from the Community Development TeamOn February 11, the St. Louis Fed launched the Institute for Economic Equity (IEE, or the Institute) to support an economy that works for all, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender or place of residence.Wed, 24 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0600{262609F8-F977-43B8-86CF-F4AB8AC2F052}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/volume-1-2021/fed-ppplf-cdfi-balance-sheet-reliefFed’s PPP Liquidity Facility Provides CDFIs Balance Sheet ReliefLearn how the Federal Reserve’s Paycheck Protection Program Liquidity Facility has aided community development financial institutions in supporting small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.Tue, 23 Feb 2021 18:00:00 -0600{A45645F4-E808-4F60-8A6E-CB2A33E48FE6}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/volume-4-2020/resources-cra-modernization-cdfi-surveyResources: CRA Modernization CDFI SurveyLearn about the Fed’s Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on the CRA, as well as how community development financial institutions have adapted amid the pandemic.Mon, 16 Nov 2020 05:00:00 -0600{B8E5B858-F531-48E0-8876-4DB2D91D99CE}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/volume-4-2020/black-nonprofit-leaders-equity-fundingQ&A: Black Executives on Equitable FundingWhat is your definition of <em>true</em> equity? Three Black executives share their personal insights and tips on counteracting funding inequality.Mon, 16 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0600{D5E63EB0-F207-41F2-8138-BE0CDA43492E}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/volume-4-2020/covid19-effects-early-childhood-education-stlouisCOVID-19’s Ongoing Effects on Early Childhood Education in St. LouisOur Policy and Analysis team dives into the longstanding implications of the pandemic’s impact on the child care ecosystem in St. Louis.Mon, 16 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0600{BC710DAE-5D99-4DF7-A769-C20C241BE9E1}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/volume-4-2020/eighth-district-housing-distress-challenges-demographics-resourcesEighth District Housing Distress: Challenges, Demographics and ResourcesDiscover the factors impacting housing distress rates for renters and homeowners across the Eighth District.Mon, 16 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0600{DF82952E-01BE-4511-9831-F7814C4D42B7}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/volume-3-2020/resources-occupational-mobility-covid19-infographicsResources: Occupational Mobility, COVID-19 InfographicsDiscover a new report on the transferability of in-demand skills, along with an infographic series explaining the Fed’s lending facilities amid the pandemic.Mon, 17 Aug 2020 06:00:00 -0500{CDF2163C-89A8-444E-BB64-35244DB5DE01}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/volume-3-2020/covid19-community-reinvestment-act<em>CRA: An Examiner’s Perspective</em></br> — FAQs on COVID-19 and the Community Reinvestment Act An examiner provides an overview of FAQs intended to offer clarification for the <em>Joint Statement on CRA Consideration for Activities in Response to COVID-19</em>.Mon, 17 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0500{65349A7E-1D38-42D6-AE92-1D88584B078E}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/volume-3-2020/examining-us-economic-racial-inequality-by-stateExamining U.S. Economic Racial Inequality by StateThe Center for Household Financial Stability documents racial economic inequality across the United States.Mon, 17 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0500{FEE15827-6541-475A-8FBF-EBEFF010BD21}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/volume-3-2020/philanthropic-culture-lasting-partnership-columbia-missouriPhilanthropic Culture Leads to Lasting Partnership in Columbia, Mo.An investment opportunity highlights the importance of creating and maintaining partnerships for a Missouri nonprofit.Mon, 17 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0500{EF72F409-9FC3-4B27-ADF0-C0283384B3C9}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/volume-3-2020/virtual-cdfi-symposium-focus-policy-innovationVirtual CDFI Symposium Places Focus on Policy and Innovation See highlights from a webinar series created to promote research surrounding the purpose and influence of community development financial institutions (CDFIs).Sun, 16 Aug 2020 19:00:00 -0500{DF824418-23A7-4667-AA4C-7A52370D0CE8}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/volume-2-2020/assessing-community-credit-needs<em>CRA: An Examiner’s Perspective</em></br> — Assessing Community Credit NeedsAn examiner reviews the important opportunity financial institutions have in establishing relationships with community development organizations.Mon, 29 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -0500{D8EF3AFE-4DFC-40BA-9935-518713EFF26C}https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/bridges/volume-2-2020/community-development-covid19-resourcesCommunity Development COVID-19 ResourcesDiscover tools and publications from the St. Louis Fed and other organizations that may provide assistance in the midst of the current pandemic.Mon, 29 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -0500