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EITC: Why is this important to rural and native young people?

August 23, 2021

An estimated nearly 5 million young people ages 19-24 will benefit from the permanent expansion of EITC and 21 percent of workers without children in rural areas will benefit from the EITC expansion, compared to 17 percent of those in metro areas. An extra $1500 matters; for rural and Native young people, ETIC provides an equitable pipeline to economic security. It can help young adults gain safe and stable housing, offset transportation costs, buy food, or pay student loans.

Five Takeaways from Rural and Native Spiritual Leaders

August 17, 2021

We invited rural and Native spiritual leaders to gather this summer. Here’s what we learned about community, connection, and unity.

Tyler Owens: I Was Raised To Believe

August 12, 2021

In my family and community, we care for one another and that is just a part of life. There is no such thing as individuality in my family. No matter what I do in life, it would always circle back to my family. My actions, successes, and failures will always be not only a reflection of myself but of where I come from. Everyone that had a hand in raising me, taught me what I needed to know to ensure that I was brought up in a way of wanting to contribute to something that was bigger than myself.

Back to School: Covid Walks These Halls

August 9, 2021

Whitney Kimball Coe reflects on sending her children back to school as the pandemic continues, and asks how we harness both anger and grace.

Young People — Rural America’s Most Valuable Resource

August 6, 2021

As part of the April 2021 Rural Assembly Everywhere Event, the Rural Youth Catalyst Project (RYCP) hosted a breakout session with rural youth development practitioners from across the country. Kathy Moxon, RYCP Co-Founder offers her reflections from that conversation.

New Resources For Renters and Landlords

August 2, 2021

If you’re a renter having trouble paying your rent, utilities, or other housing costs – or if you’re a landlord trying to stay afloat with tenants in this situation – help may be available. State and local programs are distributing billions of dollars in rental assistance to help renters stay housed during the pandemic.