October 2009

• 27th

  National CLT Conference

  The Foundry Inn

  The current economic challenges have highlighted the need for change, the need to return to our roots. Land as a community asset has proven its value during both the economic boom and bust. Effective land stewardship yields a wide range of returns: access to land can provide places for people to live, to work, and to build vibrant, diverse communities. As our national leaders chart a course for economic recovery, Community Land Trusts are part of the solution providing long-term housing affordability, protecting homes from foreclosure, creating green jobs, and building a sustainable economy.

  In this environment, what are the challenges facing us? How do we meet these challenges? We invite you to join us at the 2009 Community Land Trust Network National Conference in Athens, GA from October 27 through October 30, 2009 to engage in dialogue, flesh out these challenges, identify the opportunities and continue to build a strong CLT movement From the Roots Up!

  The 2009 National CLT Conference, Growing Sustainably from the Roots Up is the largest gathering of Community Land Trustsand its happening in Georgia, where the CLT concept was born in the 1960s. Building on the roots of our movement, we will focus on sustainability and the benefits of stewardship. Our local host, Athens Land Trust, will share its experience with an engaging tour of homes and conservation lands. Enjoy the beautiful Athens community and bring your challenges and inspirational ideas to share.

  Communities across the country need the stability and strength of CLTs now more than ever. Join us in Athens to help strengthen the national CLT community and to celebrate our success!

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• 15th

  The Capitol Hill Summit on Sustainable Communities, Environmental Justice and the New Economy

  Omni Shoreham Hotel

  The Capitol Hill Summit will convene on October 15-16, 2009 seizing this moment to impact the new green economy. In collaboration, the Alliance seeks to ensure that federal investments, including the budget and economic recovery efforts, advance sustainability by definition incorporating equity, addressing and meeting community needs.

  Hosted by U.S. Rep. John E. Conyers, Jr., (D-Mich.), the Summit seeks to ensure that federal investments, including the budget and economic recovery efforts, advance sustainability by definition incorporating equity, addressing and meeting community needs.

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• 13th

  2009 Neighborhood Funders Group Conference Stepping Up: Creating a New Social Compact

  Loews New Orleans Hotel

  The 2009 Annual Conference theme Stepping Up: Creating a New Social Compact. reflects the growing call for a new era of partnership between government, nonprofits and the American public. With the close of a decidedly anti-government administration and talk of creating a New, New Deal, many are asking what is the proper role of the public sector and how can philanthropy play a positive part?

  The conference will explore how philanthropy can support and expand vibrant civic engagement through partnerships between government, philanthropy and communities. We will also investigate ways to help low- and moderate-income urban and rural communities recover from years of neglect. We will be highlighting many of the successful philanthropic partnerships and programs that have arisen along the Gulf Coast and across the country. Conference participants will have the opportunity to see grassroots efforts to rebuild communities, restore economic stability, and renew citizen participation and ownership.

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