2024 Equitable Growth Learning Exchange
Join the Economy League and our partners on June 13th and14th as we explore best practices in equitable economic development in Washington, DC.
Connect with Philadelphia's emerging and established leaders in government, nonprofit, business and institutional leaders as you learn from Washington, D.C. organizations that are working to transform their region.
Trip Itinerary
Learn More About our EGLE Partners
"The Coalition for Nonprofit Housing & Economic Development is a dynamic 501(c)3 nonprofit that advances equitable community economic development solutions in the District of Columbia. Our holistic systems-change approach encompasses community-informed budget and policy advocacy, data-driven thought leadership, and needs-based programmatic initiatives in the areas of Housing and Homelessness, Workforce Development, and Small and Minority-owned Business Ecosystem Building.
Since its inception in 2000, CNHED has grown from 55 organizations to nearly 180 today. CNHED’s strength is in its convening power, highly successful advocacy, robust communications, and information sharing, and equipping its members with tools and resources for their work. CNHED’s organizational members include nonprofit and for-profit affordable housing developers, housing counseling and service agencies, community economic development organizations, workforce and business development entities, lenders, intermediaries, and government agencies."
Description retrieved from CNHED website
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"CNHED’s DC Community Anchor Partnership (DCAP) is a collaborative of local “anchor institutions” – hospitals, universities, and utility companies – harnessing their purchasing power to grow DC-based minority-owned business enterprises (DC MBEs). Led by CNHED and co-convened with the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development (DMPED), DCAP works with its Anchor Members to re-engineer institutional procurement systems and create equitable access to contract opportunities."
Description retrieved from DCAP website.
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DC Central Kitchen (DCCK) is an iconic nonprofit and social enterprise that combats hunger and poverty through job training and job creation. The organization provides hands-on culinary job training for individuals facing high barriers to employment while creating living wage jobs and bringing nutritious, dignified food where it is most needed. DCCK’s social ventures include serving scratch-cooked farm-to-school meals in DC schools, delivering fresh, affordable produce to corner stores in neighborhoods without supermarkets, and operating fast-casual cafes throughout the District of Columbia.
Description retrieved from DCCK website.
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"The Anacostia Business Improvement District aims to support a thriving and diverse commercial district. To that end, the BID’s priorities are as follows:
support a clean, safe, and vibrant community by providing supplemental support to services provided by the District of Columbia Government
attract and retain commercial office and retail tenants
attract local residents and visitors to be returning customers
increase sales, create jobs, and increase occupancy rates in commercial properties
increase and manage public and private investment
increase the use of technology for training and marketing"
Description retrieved from the Anocastia BID website
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The Mission
To promote sustainable and equitable access to nourishing meals in Philadelphia, driving economic growth and job opportunities. Through strategic partnerships and responsible sourcing practices; we foster a thriving food ecosystem, emphasizing local production and waste management for a resilient and inclusive community.
The Vision
Philly Cooks for Philly envisions a dynamic public-nonprofit partnership that fosters economic development and empowers individuals in the workforce. We believe in the power of combining nourishing meals with opportunities for personal and professional growth to create a vibrant and thriving community.
Description retrieved from the Philly Cooks for Philly website.
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Thank You to our EGLE Sponsors!
