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Data centers that are already operating or approved will likely keep running and generating revenue. Here’s how localities could use that revenue to address housing affordability.
Boston organizations develop advanced algorithm to address city challenges By leveraging data and technology, Boston organizations and local government leaders found a better way to connect young people to summer jobs.Using data to make a difference for Boston-area students at risk of homelessness Data provide the glue for a new alliance fighting student homelessness and promoting academic success at a Promise Neighborhood site in Boston.Five recent improvements to help families access work support benefits Millions of working parents qualify for food, medical, and child care assistance, but accessing these supports can be difficult.Four ideas for strengthening the finances of community development financial institutions Demand for the financial services offered by community development financial institutions is growing, but CDFIs must strengthen their finances.Six ideas to help community development financial institutions better demonstrate their impact How do we measure the effectiveness of community development financial institutions?