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SUMMARY:Making Missing Markets: Challenges and Innovations in Puerto Rico
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, May 14\, 2026\, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York\, in collaboration with Discover Puerto Rico\, will host an event on fostering and improving the markets channeling investments into under-resourced communities on the Island. The event is part of the New York Fed’s Making Missing Markets initiative. \n\n\n\nThe event will explore strategies that help connect new sources of capital to community needs and solutions; scale existing sources of capital for communities; and connect previously unlinked buyers and sellers of services and products that address critical community challenges. Speakers and panelists will highlight the vital role of community-based interventions. \n\n\n\nAudience\n\n\n\nThis event is open to the public.  \n\n\n\nMedia\n\n\n\nThis event is open to the media. All remarks are on the record. For media inquiries\, please contact Ellen Simon at Ellen.Simon@ny.frb.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresented by\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation
URL:https://fedcommunities.org/event/making-missing-markets-challenges-innovations-puerto-rico/
LOCATION:Hyatt Place San Juan\, Avenida Fernandez Juncos 580\, San Juan\, 00907\, Puerto Rico
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260519T100000
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SUMMARY:Small Business and AI: Understanding Adoption and Building Support Systems
DESCRIPTION:The Federal Reserve’s 2025 Small Business Credit Survey found that nearly half of small businesses are using AI\, with an additional 15% planning to adopt AI in the next 12 months. \n\n\n\nJoin the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco’s EmergingTech Economic Research Network on May 19 to explore the implications of AI for small businesses. The program will include: \n\n\n\n\n\nA preview of forthcoming research on small business AI adoption\, including differences between employer and nonemployer firms and emerging trends by industry.\n\n\n\nA panel discussion with small business lending and technical assistance practitioners at the forefront of AI-driven changes across the small business ecosystem.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis is a virtual event hosted by the EmergingTech Economic Research Network (EERN). It is open to everyone and will be livestreamed. A recording will be available after the event. \n\n\n\n\n\nPresented by\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation
URL:https://fedcommunities.org/event/small-business-ai-understanding-adoption-building-support-systems/
LOCATION:This is a virtual-only event
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SUMMARY:Opportunity Zones 2.0: How Communities Can Engage Now
DESCRIPTION:As Opportunity Zones 2.0 takes shape\, upcoming decisions will determine which communities attract investment. Join this webinar designed to help you understand what’s changing with OZ 2.0\, why it matters\, and what is happening right now with the census tract designation process. Speakers will discuss the current timeline\, what makes a competitive census tract\, why community input is essential\, and practical steps you can take to champion your community’s interests.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresented by\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation
URL:https://fedcommunities.org/event/opportunity-zones-2-0-how-communities-can-engage-now/
LOCATION:This is a virtual-only event
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SUMMARY:Investing in Rural America: Demystifying Capital Investment in Rural Communities
DESCRIPTION:Accessing the right mix of capital remains one of the most persistent challenges facing rural communities working to advance local projects and economic growth. While a range of funding sources exist\, from public programs to private investment\, navigating how they fit together can feel complex and out of reach.  \n\n\n\nJoin the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond’s Center for Rural Economies for its next Investing in Rural America webinar which will break down the fundamentals of capital investment\, helping participants understand the core building blocks needed to develop\, structure and secure funding. Through practical insights and real-world examples\, the session will explore how communities can successfully leverage available resources\, align funding strategies with local priorities\, and move projects from concept to implementation.  \n\n\n\nWhether you are new to capital sourcing or looking to strengthen your current approach\, this session will provide a clearer roadmap for unlocking investment in rural communities. \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresented by\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation
URL:https://fedcommunities.org/event/investing-rural-america-demystifying-capital-investment-rural-communities/
LOCATION:This is a virtual-only event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T110000
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SUMMARY:How Can Public Policy Boost Hiring?
DESCRIPTION:A variety of obstacles can interfere with how quickly people find jobs. Workers may lack necessary skills or face other barriers to available employment\, such as a lack of transportation or child care. Employers may be reluctant to hire when they have limited information about workers’ qualifications or when economic conditions are poor. Public policies such as wage subsidies and programs that provide jobs through direct government employment aim to boost hiring in these circumstances. \n\n\n\nDuring this event\, research and policy experts from the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis\, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development\, Economic Innovation Group\, Hired\, and Upjohn Institute will explore the design\, implementation\, and impact of policies that encourage employers to hire. Attendees will learn about what role these policies can play in a healthy labor market and potential trade-offs for policymakers to consider. Panelists will also discuss examples of existing policies\, including state-level programs in Minnesota. \n\n\n\nWe hope you can join us. \n\n\n\nSpeakers include: \n\n\n\n\n\nTimothy Bartik\, Upjohn Institute\n\n\n\nAyushi Narayan\, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis\n\n\n\nHue Nguyen\, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis\n\n\n\nAdam Ozimek\, Economic Innovation Group\n\n\n\nJen Swalboski\, Hired\n\n\n\nNeal Young\, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n11:00 am – 11:06 am CT \n\n\n\n\n\nWelcome and Introduction\n\n\n\nSpeaker: Hue Nguyen\, Community Development and Engagement\, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n11:07 am – 11:57 am CT \n\n\n\n\n\nPanel: Implementation and Impact of Policies Intended to Boost Hiring\n\n\n\nModerator: Ayushi Narayan\, Community Development and Engagement\, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis \n\n\n\nPanelists: \n\n\n\n\nTimothy Bartik\, Upjohn Institute\n\n\n\nAdam Ozimek\, Economic Innovation Group\n\n\n\nJen Swalboski\, Hired\n\n\n\nNeal Young\, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n11:58 am – 12:00 pm CT \n\n\n\n\n\nClosing Remarks and Thank You\n\n\n\nSpeaker: Hue Nguyen\, Community Development and Engagement\, Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresented by\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation
URL:https://fedcommunities.org/event/how-can-public-policy-boost-hiring/
LOCATION:This is a virtual-only event
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SUMMARY:Connecting Communities: Highlights from the 2025 Survey of Household Economics and Decisionmaking
DESCRIPTION:During this Connecting Communities webinar\, researchers from the Federal Reserve Board of Governors will share key findings from the annual Survey of Household Economics and Decisionmaking (SHED)\, which was fielded in October 2025 and will be released shortly before this Connecting Communities event. The survey is a key tool for measuring the economic well-being of U.S. households and identifying potential risks to their finances. \n\n\n\nIn addition to monitoring household financial circumstances\, the survey explores a range of related topics. In 2025\, it introduced new questions about the use of generative AI at work\, alongside expanded modules on Buy Now\, Pay Later\, financial fraud\, homeowners insurance\, and student loan debt. The survey also continues to track other financial topics such as access to credit\, housing affordability\, child care costs\, student loans\, economic hardship\, and banking.  \n\n\n\nAttendees will also have the opportunity to engage directly with the panelists during a live Q&A session\, bringing deeper context and clarity to the findings.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlicia LloroPrincipal EconomistConsumer & Community ResearchFederal Reserve Board of Governors \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEllen MerryPrincipal EconomistConsumer & Community ResearchFederal Reserve Board of Governors \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMike ZabekSenior EconomistConsumer & Community ResearchFederal Reserve Board of Governors \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSergio GaleanoCommunity and Economic Development AdvisorFederal Reserve Bank of Atlantamoderator \n\n\n\n\n\nPresented by\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Connecting Communities®\n\n\n\nReal people. Real research. Real conversations. \n\n\n\nConnecting Communities is a Federal Reserve-sponsored webinar series providing timely information on community and economic development issues. It complements Fed community development outreach initiatives conducted through the 12 regional Reserve Banks and Federal Reserve Board of Governors.  \n\n\n\nHave questions about the program? Contact us. 
URL:https://fedcommunities.org/event/connecting-communities-highlights-2025-survey-household-economics-decisionmaking/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Connecting Communities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T133000
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SUMMARY:2026 State of Small Business Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Small businesses are the backbone of the American economy\, employing nearly half of all workers\, supporting job creation\, and building vibrant communities across the nation. Organizations like yours play a vital role in supporting their success. Join us for an important conversation that will uplift data\, allow participants to share experiences\, and highlight opportunities to support this crucial sector. Leave with fresh strategies\, deeper insights\, and new connections that will strengthen your work. \n\n\n\nWhy attend\n\n\n\n\n\nHear up-to-date information about current trends impacting small businesses. Topics may include access to credit\, AI impacts\, rural communities’ needs\, navigating the costs of goods and services\, and evolving consumer choices. \n\n\n\nGain insight into local challenges and opportunities for small businesses and small business intermediaries across the United States. \n\n\n\nLearn more about innovative strategies and solutions that are supporting small businesses nationwide. \n\n\n\nBuild relationships with stakeholders across geographies. \n\n\n\n\n\nWho should attend\n\n\n\nThe symposium will feature key discussions on regional and national topics relevant to small businesses. It’s the right place to be for \n\n\n\n\n\nsmall business support organizations\n\n\n\nlenders \n\n\n\nadministrators of small business programs \n\n\n\nlocal government staffers \n\n\n\n\n\nSeats are limited. Register today to secure your place. Register by June 5\, 2026 3:59 pm.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\nWednesday\, June 24th \n\n\n\n\n\n1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Check In | Registration\n\n\n\n2:00p.m. – 5:15 p.m. Conference\n\n\n\n5:15 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Networking Reception \n\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, June 25th  \n\n\n\n\n\n8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Check In | Continental Breakfast \n\n\n\n9:00 a.m. – 12:10 p.m. Conference\n\n\n\n12:10 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. – Lunch | Participant Reflections\n\n\n\n\n\nPresented by\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation
URL:https://fedcommunities.org/event/2026-state-of-small-business-symposium/
LOCATION:Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland\, 1455 E 6th Street\, Cleveland\, OH\, 44114\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T150000
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SUMMARY:Place-Based Strategies: Strengthening Rural Economies through Investment
DESCRIPTION:Investment is a critical part of any healthy\, growing economy\, but the geography of investment – specifically community and economic development investment – can be uneven. This session will foster a research-driven conversation on community development finance ecosystems that help address barriers to community investment in smaller towns and rural communities. The session will feature insights from the Richmond Fed’s Rural Investment Collaborative\, as well as research on factors that support community investment. \n\n\n\n2026 Federal Reserve Community Development Research Seminar Series\n\n\n\nWhere people live can affect their financial well-being and job prospects. This is especially true for residents of lower-income neighborhoods. Join us for the 2026 Federal Reserve Community Development Research Seminar Series\, Place-Based Strategies: Strengthening Local Economies. \n\n\n\nIn this year’s three seminars\, experts will share their research on job market conditions\, the impact of community-focused strategies\, and how investments can help local economies thrive. \n\n\n\nJoin us to explore how research and effective strategies can create opportunities that benefit local communities as a whole. \n\n\n\nAddtional events: \n\n\n\n\n\nPlace-Based Strategies: Strengthening Local Economies in Low-Income Communities\n\n\n\nPlace-Based Strategies: Strengthening Local Economies through Labor Market Policies\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresented by\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation
URL:https://fedcommunities.org/event/place-based-strategies-strengthening-rural-economies-investment/
LOCATION:This is a virtual-only event
CATEGORIES:Federal Reserve Research Seminar Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T140000
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SUMMARY:Investment Connection - Kansas and Western Missouri 2026
DESCRIPTION:During Investment Connection\, community development proposals that would receive CRA consideration are presented to potential funders. The lending and investment opportunities presented will be exclusively in Kansas and Missouri. Funding requests typically range from $25\,000 to $2.5 million\, and geographic target areas range from single community developments to statewide efforts. \n\n\n\nTypical proposals address: \n\n\n\n\n\nAffordable Housing\n\n\n\nAsset Building\, Financial Access\, Capability and Empowerment\n\n\n\nBroadband Services / Digital Inclusion\n\n\n\nCommunity Services and Facilities\n\n\n\nDisaster Relief\n\n\n\nSmall Business Development / Microlending\n\n\n\nWorkforce Development / Economic Development\n\n\n\n\n\nPresenters have seven minutes to share information about their organization and proposal\, followed by three minutes of questions from funders. This is a great way to learn about new and existing organizations and opportunities in community and economic development. \n\n\n\nFor additional information and testimonials about Investment Connection\, please visit the Kansas City Fed’s Investment Connection page. The program is also featured in the Fed Communities three-part story series\, Investment Connection: Getting to ‘We Have a Deal’. \n\n\n\nWho should attend\n\n\n\nThis event is for the funding community including: \n\n\n\n\n\nfinancial institutions\n\n\n\nfoundations\n\n\n\nphilanthropists\n\n\n\nlocal\, state and federal government\n\n\n\n\n\nTo participate\, please contact\n\n\n\nMarisa MartinezCommunity Development AdvisorFederal Reserve Bank of Kansas CityKansas Citymarisa.martinez@kc.frb.org \n\n\n\nPresented by\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation
URL:https://fedcommunities.org/event/investment-connection-kansas-western-missouri-2026/
LOCATION:Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City\, 1 Memorial Drive\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64198\, United States
CATEGORIES:Investment Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T133000
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SUMMARY:Place-Based Strategies: Strengthening Local Economies through Labor Market Policies
DESCRIPTION:Place plays an important role in the economic outcomes of residents. Place-based strategies have long been used  to address employment and mobility barriers in lower-income communities. However\, evidence on the effectiveness of such initiatives has been mixed. Researchers in this seminar will examine the impact of workforce development programs\, sharing ideas to improve them and offering insights to help inform future policy strategies. \n\n\n\n2026 Federal Reserve Community Development Research Seminar Series\n\n\n\nWhere people live can affect their financial well-being and job prospects. This is especially true for residents of lower-income neighborhoods. Join us for the 2026 Federal Reserve Community Development Research Seminar Series\, Place-Based Strategies: Strengthening Local Economies. \n\n\n\nIn this year’s three seminars\, experts will share their research on job market conditions\, the impact of community-focused strategies\, and how investments can help local economies thrive. \n\n\n\nJoin us to explore how research and effective strategies can create opportunities that benefit local communities as a whole. \n\n\n\nAddtional events: \n\n\n\n\n\nPlace-Based Strategies: Strengthening Local Economies in Low-Income Communities\n\n\n\nPlace-Based Strategies: Strengthening Rural Economies through Investment\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresented by\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation
URL:https://fedcommunities.org/event/place-based-strategies-strengthening-local-economies-labor-market-policies/
LOCATION:This is a virtual-only event
CATEGORIES:Federal Reserve Research Seminar Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260910T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260910T134500
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SUMMARY:Investment Connection - Colorado 2026
DESCRIPTION:During Investment Connection\, community development proposals that would receive CRA consideration are presented to potential funders. The lending and investment opportunities presented will be exclusively in Colorado. Funding requests range from $25\,000 to $2.5 million\, and geographic target areas range from single community developments to statewide efforts. \n\n\n\nTypical proposals address: \n\n\n\n\n\nAffordable Housing\n\n\n\nAsset Building\, Financial Access\, Capability and Empowerment\n\n\n\nBroadband Services / Digital Inclusion\n\n\n\nCommunity Services and Facilities\n\n\n\nDisaster Relief\n\n\n\nSmall Business Development / Microlending\n\n\n\nWorkforce Development / Economic Development\n\n\n\n\n\nPresenters have seven minutes to share information about their organization and proposal\, followed by three minutes of questions from funders. This is an great way to learn about new and existing organizations and opportunities in community and economic development. \n\n\n\nFor additional information and testimonials about Investment Connection\, please visit the Kansas City Fed’s Investment Connection page. The program is also featured in the Fed Communities three-part story series\, Investment Connection: Getting to ‘We Have a Deal’. \n\n\n\nWho should attend\n\n\n\nThis event is for the funding community including: \n\n\n\n\n\nfinancial institutions\n\n\n\nfoundations\n\n\n\nphilanthropists\n\n\n\nlocal\, state and federal government\n\n\n\n\n\nTo participate\, please contact\n\n\n\nAriel CisnerosSenior AdvisorFederal Reserve Bank of Kansas CityDenver Branchariel.cisneros@kc.frb.org \n\n\n\nPresented by\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation
URL:https://fedcommunities.org/event/investment-connection-colorado-2026/
LOCATION:Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City – Denver Branch\, 1020 16th Street Mal\, Denver\, Colorado\, 80202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Investment Connection
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SUMMARY:2026 Investing in Rural America Conference
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date: 2026 Investing in Rural America Conference\n\n\n\nWe are excited to announce the upcoming 2026 Investing in Rural America Conference\, a flagship event for the Richmond Fed’s Center for Rural Economies. Mark your calendars for September 30 – October 2\, 2026\, as we gather at the Omni Grove Park Inn in Asheville\, North Carolina. \n\n\n\nThis year’s conference will showcase innovative strategies for rural prosperity across several key areas: \n\n\n\n\n\nEconomic development\n\n\n\nSmall business development\n\n\n\nFinancial inclusion\n\n\n\nWorkforce pathways\n\n\n\nAnd more!\n\n\n\n\n\nThis conference creates a valuable space for attendees to: \n\n\n\n\n\nConnect with influential rural stakeholders from across the nation\n\n\n\nLearn about cutting-edge approaches to rural economic vitality\n\n\n\nEngage in discussions that shape the future of rural America\n\n\n\n\n\nOur new venue\, the historic Omni Grove Park Inn\, offers a stunning backdrop for collaboration and inspiration\, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Asheville\, North Carolina. \n\n\n\nRegistration details will be available in the coming months. To ensure you receive notification when registration opens\, please sign up here. \n\n\n\nFor more information about our ongoing work in supporting small towns and rural communities\, visit our Center for Rural Economies page. \n\n\n\nWho should attend\n\n\n\nPolicymakers\, community representatives\, business executives\, nonprofit leaders\, investors\, workforce development professionals. \n\n\n\nPresented by\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation
URL:https://fedcommunities.org/event/2026-investing-rural-america-conference/
LOCATION:Omni Grove Park Inn\, 290 Macon Avenue\, Ashville\, North Carolina\, 28804\, United States
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SUMMARY:Advancing Apprenticeships: Fostering a Strong-Talent Economy​
DESCRIPTION:Interested in cutting-edge models and approaches for advancing apprenticeship programs? Save the date for our one-day conference organized around exploring this path to a stronger workforce. You will: \n\n\n\n\n\nHear how apprenticeship models provide opportunities for workers to develop skills and connect with employers in industries requiring skilled labor\n\n\n\nGain actionable strategies for developing\, scaling and sustaining apprenticeship programs that address business needs and promote economic prosperity\n\n\n\n\n\nAttendees will leave with practical tools\, valuable connections and renewed inspiration for building apprenticeships that bridge the gap between potential and opportunity\, fostering pathways to economic security for individuals while meeting the evolving demands of regional economies. \n\n\n\nStay tuned for additional details when registration opens in late spring. \n\n\n\nWho might benefit from attending?\n\n\n\nEmployers and Business Leaders |  Workforce Development Boards | Economic Development Organizations | Educational Institutions | Vocational and Technical Training Institutions \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact the Community Development team at communitydevelopment@stls.frb.org. \n\n\n\nThe opinions and statements expressed are those of the speakers and are intended only for informational purposes. They do not reflect official positions of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis or the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. \n\n\n\n\n\nPresented by\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation
URL:https://fedcommunities.org/event/advancing-apprenticeships-fostering-strong-talent-economy/
LOCATION:Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis\, 1 Federal Reserve Bank Plaza\, St. Louis\, Missouri\, 63102\, United States
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