Reclaiming Potential: How Land Banks TransformCommunitiesGuests: Brian Larkin, Director, National Land Bank Network, Center for Community Progress Brandi Parker, Assistant Director of Outreach for Veteran Services, Axess Family ServicesEpisode Description: This episode explores land banks and their transformative impact on distressed and blighted communities. Guests Brian Larkin and Brandi Parker share how land bank programs can enable new construction of affordable homes, including opportunities specifically for veterans. Listeners will learn about innovative partnerships, community-driven development, and national initiatives that make revitalization inclusive and sustainable.Link to Episode Insights <a href="https://www.calameo.com/read/005810385c9e0b68d769f" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.calameo.com/read/005810385c9e0b68d769f</a>

Rebuilding After a Tragedy: Manchester Apartment Rebuild with HVAF

Addressing and ending veteran homelessness is more than an obligation, it is a responsibility. Roughly 33,000 veterans throughout the country lack permanent housing, of this some 14,000 are unsheltered on any given night.

The National Coalition for Homeless Veterans is launching “The Road Home” podcast with a series covering affordable housing for veterans. Tune in as we discuss several projects across the country, housing best practices and how affordable housing availability is critical to ending veteran homelessness.