Every child deserves the opportunity to grow up in a community with the resources needed to thrive. The 2030 Census will determine how federal funding is distributed for critical programs that support children, families, and communities – including the National School Lunch Program, Child Care Assistance Program, and road and community development funding.  Next year, local governments have an important opportunity to make sure communities are ready for the 2030 Census: the Local [...]

When we talk about “resilience,” we often talk about how individuals respond after a crisis. Someone standing strong despite the challenges faced. But resilience often starts long before a crisis, and our ability to adapt, recover, and thrive is heavily shaped by the communities we live in.  If we want Kentuckians to be resilient, we need to ensure the communities they live in are also resilient.  To help communities assess their levels of [...]