About Community Development

The Dallas Fed’s Community Development team promotes the economic resilience and mobility of low- and moderate-income (LMI) individuals, families and communities.

Activities include:

• Conducting research and identifying emerging issues for LMI communities
• Sharing ideas and information through publications, events and other resources
• Fostering collaboration and building partnerships with stakeholders, including representatives from community groups, nonprofits, financial institutions, philanthropic organizations, government agencies and academic institutions

Areas of focus include:

Economic development and human capital

• Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) and compliance
• Small business and entrepreneurship
• Workforce development

Financial access and capability

• Asset building and financial stability
• Consumer credit
• Financial education

Housing and neighborhood stabilization

• Affordable housing
• Healthy communities
• Neighborhood revitalization