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Apr 21, 2021 | Report/Brief | Jessi Russell

Prioritization in Emergency Rental Assistance Programs: A Framework of Strategies, Policies, and Procedures to Better Serve Priority Populations

This co-authored report introduces a framework for how emergency rental assistance programs can give priority to renters most impacted by COVID-19 and at greatest risk of housing instability at every stage of program administration.

Apr 19, 2021 | Fact Sheet | Diana Orozco

Accessing the Third Stimulus Payment for People Traditionally Excluded from the Tax System

We compiled these frequently asked questions (FAQs) to support those who work with unhoused, unbanked, and/or immigrant communities, as well as the people directly impacted, in understanding how to access their stimulus payment

Mar 26, 2021 | Blog Post | Diana Orozco

What We Can Learn from a Universal Basic Income for the Expanded Child Tax Credit

A basic income pilot in Stockton, California provided $500 monthly payments to 125 residents with no strings attached. From improved family wellbeing and financial stability to an increase in full-time employment, these positive impacts hold hope for the refundable Child Tax Credit (CTC). 

Jan 14, 2021 | Blog Post | Barbara Semedo

Q&A with CLASP Leaders: Meeting this Moment to Advance Racial Justice

This conversation with CLASP Executive Director Olivia Golden and Board Chair LaVeeda Battle was held before the Capitol insurrection on January 6, but its lessons on moving forward in the wake of racial terror are more important than ever.

Oct 7, 2020 | Blog Post | Barbara Semedo

Allowing Ourselves Grace in these Troubling Times

A reflection on the importance of self-care when facing moments of uncertainty, pain, anger, and fear that, at times, seem to have no end.