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| NeighborWorks celebrates Women's History Month |
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Thirty-one years ago, Congress designated March as National Women's History Month. This annual celebration is an opportunity to recognize the often-overlooked accomplishments of women from all walks of life who make a lasting and positive difference in our communities. From large public programs to quiet and personal persistence, their achievements take many forms—but all are educational and inspirational. |
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For 40 years, NeighborWorks America and its network members have been committed to supporting women in their roles as leaders, educators, volunteers, entrepreneurs, single parents and first-time homebuyers. In this issue, we share the stories of a few of the women who are strengthening our network and have been empowered by it. During the month of March, we'll profile female leadership of NeighborWorks organizations throughout the United States and how they're benefitting their communities. |
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| Course empowers women by teaching home-improvement skills |
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Encouraged by federal data showing that more single women are purchasing homes than their male counterparts, NeighborWorks of Western Vermont offers a five-week how-to course called "We Can Fix It." The course, which was developed and is taught by women, teaches female students how to tackle the basics of home repair. |
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| DC nonprofit helps formerly homeless mother of seven become homeowner |
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Once homeless, a D.C. mom and her seven children now live in their own home thanks to MANNA, a developer and NeighborWorks member that also provides services and other resources designed to help low- and moderate-income residents become homeowners. |
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| Maxine Woodside: focused on those in greater need |
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For Maxine Delores Hill Woodside, of Tampa, Florida, adversity at a young age bred inspiration and a burning desire to help others. Her good works earned her the Dorothy Richardson Award for Resident Leadership. |
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| Puerto Rico: struggling but strong |
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Two NeighborWorks America staffers visited Puerto Rico to assess the damage that still exists months after Hurricane Maria hit, learn firsthand the progress being made by our three network members on the ground to chart a path forward to continue to help the island's residents recover. |
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