Tools
Metrics for Healthy Communities
Build Healthy Places NetworkWebsite gives sample logic models for cross-sector health oriented initatives
Pro Bono Analytics for Non-Profit Organizations
INFORMSLearn about the pro-bono analytics software that nonprofit organizations can use to analyze data
All in Cities Initiative
PolicyLinkToolkit includes policy ideas, data and assistance to advance racial economic inclusion and equitable growth
Advancing Racial Equity and Transforming Government: A Resource Guide
Government Alliance on Race & EquityResource guide includes lessons learned from practitioners on how to advance racial equity in governments
MeasureUp
Build Healthy Communities NetworkExplore tools and resources to help you measure and describe your program's impact on famillies and communities
Addressing Community Opposition to Affordable Housing Development: A Fair Housing Toolkit
Housing Alliance of PennsylvaniaLearn about how to effectively address the concerns of those opposed to affordable housing development in their communities
Consolidated Planning/CHAS Data
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy data can be used to explore the extent of housing problems and housing needs, particularly for low income households.
Community Resources for Boards
BoardSourceSet of guides on everything for nonprofit boards, from how to take minutes to financial and fundraising issues.
The Impact of LIHTC in Massachusetts
Affordable Housing Rental A.C.T.I.O.N.Factsheet covers the positive impact of LIHTC in Massachusetts from 1986-2013
Free Management Library
Authencity ConsultingLibrary provides resources on management related topics including operations, fundraising, HR, communications etc.
Social Justice Communications Toolkit
Opportunity AgendaThis toolkit provides communications strategies for promoting equity and social justice
Beyond Confrontation: Community-Centered Policing Tools
PolicyLinkThis series of toolkits can help communities and law enforcement understand strategies to build mutual trust and respect, increase safety in communities, and minimize senseless killings and excessive use of force by police.
Creating Opportunities for Families Through Resident Services: A Practitioner's Manual
Enterprise, Freddie MacManual provides guidance on how to create and offer effective services for residents
MA Coalition Finder
The Community Health Training InstituteFind local coalitions working towards healthier communities in Massachusetts
CDC Community Health Improvement Navigator
Centers for Disease Control and PreventionTool provides examples of best practices for how health centers can engage in community improvement projects
2015 Enterprise Green Communities Criteria
EnterpriseCriteria required to become a certified green community from Enterprise
American Housing Survey
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban DevelopmentSurvey data collected by the U.S. government on housing
Preserving, Protecting and Expanding Affordable Housing
Change Lab SolutionsThe toolkit provides information on housing market trends and research on the links between rising housing costs and poor health outcomes.
Logic Model Workbook
Innovation NetworkStep-by-step guide explains how nonprofit organizations can develop a logic model for program evaluation
Housing Toolbox for Massachusetts Communities
Massachusetts Housing Partnership and CHAPAThis website explains strategies that local officials and volunteers can use to garner support for affordable housing